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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBook 7: 1947-1949 - - - - ,~ t~llqfl ~vl1 ~~ t ~ l t q ~ { ~- , I { I I . 1 - :Hi01 Counoil Chambers, City Hall, Aroadia, Calif. Deoember 16, 1947, 8:00 o'olook P. M. The City Council of the City of Aroadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Ormsby presiding: PRESENT : ABSENT: Counoilmen Adoook, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of December 2, 1947, be and the same are hereby approved. Mayor Ormsb~~,up~~ced this was the time and plaoe fixed by the City Council for t~Jn~rng on the Sewer Improvement proposed by ~~EM Resolution No. 1725. ~~~~ ,~,. The Clerk announced that all of the protests had been read at the previous meeting. oomputed' the area The City Clerk tmyor Ormsby asked the City Engineer if he bad of protests and the City Engineer replied that he had. then read the report of the City Engineer as follows: "December 15, 1947 "The Honorable City Counc 11 of the City of Arcadia Arcadia, California. Pursuant to the directions of the City Council of the City of Arcadia, I, G. B. Watson, City Engineer of the City of Arcadia, have carefully examined all of the written protests or objections which were filed in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Arcadia pursuant to Resolution No. 1725 of said City Council. I find that written protest against the proposed work has not been made by the owners of one-half of the area of the property to be assessed fOr the work and improvement described in said Resolution No. 1725. I also find that the total area of all property for which said written protests or objections have been filed is approximately O.81~% of the total area of the property to be assessed under said Resolution No. 1725 and is less than 1% thereOf." SIGNED: G. B. WATSON City Engineer of the City of Arcadia, California The City Clerk also read a letter from the Realty Board request- ing the City Council to re-activate the Citizens Sewer Committee and that no action be taken by the Council until such time as the Citizens Sewer Committee report the action of the Committee to the Counoil. Mayor Ormsby asked if anyone had anything more to add on this matter, or desired to be heard further thereon. The City Clerk read a oommunication from A. M. Hawn, Chief Engineer and General Manager of Sanitation District No. 15 of the' County of Los Angeles stat.ing that he had directed at what points conneotions of laterals and colleoting sewer lines should be made with the main trunk lines of or operated by the District and authorizing all sewer lines shown on said plans and specifications to be conneoted to the main trunk lines of or operated by Sanitation District No. 15 of the County of Los Angeles, to be oonnected at the points shown on or in said plans and specifications and in the manner speCified in said plans and specifications.. This communication further stated it is expressly understood that the City of Arcadia may discharge into the main trunk lines of the Pistrict sanitary sewage and industrial wastes, but that nothing discharged into the District's main trunk lines shall be of such character or oomposition as to tend to destroy or render unsafe the District's main trunk lines or interfere with the District's treatment a~d disposal prooess. Mayor Ormsby then made a statement regarding the manner in which the sewer plan had been developed as follows: "So that there may be no confusion about the method by which this council is proceeding, I feel that a brief statement at this time is de- sirable. Seven and a half years ago former 1myor Perkins appointed me a Committee of one on sewers. City Engineer i'latson proceeded to get out blue prints of the City, and Engineer Koebig stated later that this work saved the City between five and six thousand dollars." "The Citizens Sewer Committee was not one picked by any member of this Council, but many organizations of Aroadia were asked to appoint a representative to serve. Prior to the First meeting of the Citizens Committee so far as I know, members of this Counoil never disoussed the sewer situation among themselves. tiThe Cit.izens Committee had many meetings month after month, and investigated and discussed every phase of the sewer situation. The :1602 Committee approved the selection of Koebig & Koebig as consulting Engineers, a firm which has been building sewers for more than sixty years. The Committee also recommended the selection of Attorney,Beebe of the outstanding law firm of O'Melveny & Myers. Also Mr. Mapes to properly spread the assessments. Following these recommendations this Council made the official appointments." "This body is just as interested in saving the taxpayers money as any other citizen, and each is a taxpayer. All actions being taken are in confirmity with the unanimous recommendation of the Citizens I Sewer Committee, and we have and are proceeding to follow out those recommendations. We are taking the advice of these outstanding Engineers and attorneys." Mr. Wilkerson of the firm of Koebig & Koebig, Engineers, dis- cussed the benefits to various pieoes of property to be gained from this improvement. Mr. Bebee of the firm of O'Melveny & Myers made a statement regarding information he had developed on the Improvement Aot of 1913 and the Improvement Act of 1915. Mr. F. Wesley Davies spoke, objected to speakers being sworn and stated that the Citizens Sewer Committee had not passed upon certain phases of the plans of Engineers and Attorneys as well as the method of bonding. Mr. Alfred Perkins, Chairman of the Citizens Sewer Committee, stated that the Committee had been consulted regarding the employment of Engineers, Attorneys and the development of plans, but had not considered the method of bonding. Mayor Ormsby requested City Attorney Cornyn to present and read in full Resolution No. 1734, the Resolution being: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA MAKING FINDINGS AND OVERRULING PROTESTS AND OBJEJTIONS. n WHEREAS, this City Council, by its Resolution No. 1725, de- I clared its intention to order the construction of oertain. san- itary sewers and appurtenances and appurtenant work under the Improvement Aot of 1911, and in said resolution fixed 8:00 o'clock P. M., December 2nd, 1947, in the Council Chambers of this City Counoil, as the time and place for the hearing of protests and objeotions; and WHEREAS, at the time and place fixed in said resolution a hearing was duly held and all written protests or o~jeotions were duly read and all persons desiring to be heard thereon were heard, and this City Council gave all persons present an oppor- tunity to be heard in respect of any matter relating to the improvements proposed in said Resolution No. 1725 or the boundaries of the assessment district or in any way relating to the proceedings proposed by said resolution of intention and said hearing was duly continued to the 16th day of December, 1947, at the hour of 8:00 o'clock P. M., in this Council Chamber; and WHEREAS, all persons desiring to appear and be heard have been , heard and this City Council has taken evidenoe relating to the work proposed to be done, the boundaries of the proposed assessment distriot, and the benefits to the property to be included in the proposed assessment district, and is fully informed in the prami s e s ; NOW, THEREFORE, the City Counoil of the City of Aroadia DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER as follows: Seotion' 1. That' the. area of all property for which written protests or objections have been filed is approximately .813% of the total area of the property to be assessed for the proposed improvements and is less than 1% of such total area. That prot- ests or objections have not been made by the owners of one-half of the area of the property to be assessed for the proposed im- provements. I Section 2. That all protests and objections, both written and oral, are hereby overruled and denied. Section 3. That no changes are to be made in the boundaries of the proposed assessment district or in the work proposed to be done and the boundaries of the assessment district are defined and established as the boundaries described in the resolution of intention, to wit: Resolution No. 1725, and the work proposed to be done is likewise defined and established as the work described in said Resolution No. 1725, and reference is hereby made to said Resolution No. 1725 for a full and complete description of said work and of the assessment district and for further particulars. Seotion 4. That the attorneys are hereby directed to prepare a resolution ordering the work. Seotion 5. That this resolution shall be entered upon the minutes. IIfI I ADOPl' ED , SIGNED AND APPROVED this 16th day of Deoember, 1947. M. H. ORMSBY Mayor of the City of Arcadia, California. .., I I 1.603 ATTEST: W. C. BILLIG City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, California. STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES) SS. CITY OF /.RCADIA I, W. C. BILLIG, City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, Calif. DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the City Council of said City and approved by the Mayor of said City at a regular meeting of said City Council held on the 16th day of December, 1947, and that it was so adopted by the following vote: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and NOES: None Russell ABSENT: None W. C. BILLIG City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, California." Motion by Councilman Adcock that Resolution No. 1734 be adopted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman ,Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None looyor Ormsby announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for the hearing on the placing of all property now in Zone C-l and Zone C-2 and all future rezoning to these zones in Fire District #1. The City Clerk informed the Council no written protest had been received. ' No verbal protests were registered. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary Ordinance and documents placing all property now in Zones C-l and C-2 and all future rezoning to these zones, in Fire Zone No.1. Mayor Ormsby announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for the hearing of protest if any, on the rezoning of a portion of Baldwin Avenue from Fairview to the present Zone C-2 near Duarte Road to Zone C-l and Fire Zone No.1. The City Cl~rk informed the Council no written protests had been received. No verbal protests were registered. Motion by Councilman' Leeper, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney ba instructed to prepare the necessary Ordinance and documents rezoning a portion of Baldwin Avenue from Fairview to the present Zone C-2 near Duarte Road to Zone C-l and J:o'ire Zone No.1. r~yor Ormsby announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing protests, if any, against Assessment District No. 62, being the assessment ~gainst property for the Ornamental Light- ing District on Huntington Drive between Second and Fifth Avenues. The City Clerk informed the Council that no written protests had been received. No verbal protests were registered. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the diagram be approved and the report showing the amounts proposed to be assessed against various lots or parcels of land for the said Ornamental ~ighting District be and the same is hereby approved and confirmed. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Clerk called,attention to a typographical error in the min- utes of November 10,1947, and requested a motion making the correction. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the third paragraph of the Minutes of the ad- journed regular session held November 10, 1947, be amended to read in the second from last and last sentences of Paragraph 3, as follows: "---- all said Resolutions approving the Resolution of Intention No. 1725 of the City of Arcadia granting consent under the 1911 Act." Communication was presented from Florence Hopper requesting per- mission to remove two Eucalyptus trees on Double Drive near LaPorte St. The City Engineer reported he saw no reason for removing these 1J;04 trees at this time. Motion by Councilmen Nugent, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be aocepted, and the request of Florenoe Hop~er be and is hereby denied. The City Engineer's report on the request of Leonard FUllmer, Jr. to remove a tree at 815 Balboa Drive was presented, recommending the tree be removed at the owner's expense. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the request of Leonard Fullmer, Jr., be grant- ed providing he removes the above mentioned tree at his own expense. The report of the City Engineer regarding the request of Mrs. H. N. Mottern for the removal of a dead tree from the parkway at 428 Camino Real, was presented, recommending that the tree be removed at the owner's expense. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the request of I~s. H. N. Mottern be granted, providing she remove the tree at her own expense. The report of the City Engineer on the request of E. C. Crump to remove a large Euoalyptus tree on the South side of Alta St. approxim- ately 220 feet West of Third Avenue, was presented recommending this tree not be removed at this time. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the request of E. C. Crump as set forth above, be and is hereby denied. Communication was presented from the G. E. Kinzey Operating Co., Inc. granting to the City of Arcadia the right and privilege to move at its .sole cost and expense the building now used as a building for the American Red Cross, Veterans' Service and other activities, provided said building is moved on or about October 25, 1948. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Counoilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the ,offer of the G. E. Kinzey Operating Co., Inc., as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to sign the Agreement on behalf, of the City of Arcadia. . Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimouslY oarried, that the City Engineer be and is hereby instructed to make preparations for the moving of this building to a new location before the expiration of the date set above. Communication was presented from the Baker Septic Tank Company requesting permission to hold a private dinner-dance in the private dining room of Carpenter's Cafe on December 22, 1947. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimouslY carried, that the request of the Baker Septic Tank Company as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. Communication was presented from Harold A. Barnett, Civil Engineer, regarding the improvements of Santa Anita Avenue from Virginia Road to Grandview Avenue. Said communication was referred to the Street Committee and the City Engineer ~r investigation and report. Communications were presented from Roy C. Long, Chairman Deoor~ at ions Committee, the West Arcadia Business Association, and the Chamber of Commeroe, thanking the City for their participation in the Christmas lighting program. Said communications were ordered placed on file. Communications were presented from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce, The American Red Cross and J. H. Hoeppel, protesting the hazard created by the intersection of certain streets with the tracks of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman unanimously carried, that these communications be referred Attorney for such action as may be feasible. Russell and to the City \ Communication was presented from James W. Bontems & Co. stating that due to the great increase in the volume of City transactions it will be necessary for them to increase their annual fee for auditing the City of Arcadia books from $600.00 to $1000.00 per year, this price to include also the preparation of the annual report to the State Controller. Motion by Councilman Russell that the City of Aroadia employ James W. Bontems & Co. as Auditors for the year 1947-4e at a price of $1000.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYF'13: NOES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None I I I I I I :L605 Communicat,1on was presented froo Margaret Kemmerling asking for a refund on Building Permits Nos. 8658 and 8671. . The City A~torney reported this request seemed to be in order. . Motion by Pouncilman Leeper that the request of Margaret Kecmerling as set forth abov~, be and is hereby granted, and refund on the above mentioned Building permimbe made. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: Non.e Communicat~on was presented from the City Attorney reporting upon the legality of a, refund for an unused portion of a Building Permit issued to Helene Wasohman, recommending that the refund be, made. Motion by Councilman Leeper that the reoommendation of the City Attorney be and is hereby accepted, and the City Engineer be instruoted to prepare an estimate of the amount due Helene Waohsman for the unused portion of said building permit, and that suoh refund be made. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Adoock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None The City Clerk presented Applioations under Ordinance No. 680 for permission to disseminate ~ritten or printed matter relating to Horse Raoes and other oontests, as follows: SaIlIUel Spellman Turf Press (Dan MoLayne) C. N. Hewlett Milton A. Bradley (Turfcraft) Thomas J. Carr D. O'Connor Sidney Stern C. R. Malloy Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously oarried, that the above applications for permission to disseminate written or printed matter relating to horse raoes and other contests, be and are hereby approved. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recommend- ing the opening of Seventh Avenue between Duarte Road and Camino Real by means of condemnation of property necessary for this purpose and the creation of an assessment district to pay the cost of euoh street, suoh district to include the area between Sixth and Eighth Avenues, and between Camino Real and Duarte Road, and that the City of Arcadia work in con- junction with the City of Monrovia on this projeot. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and that the City of Arcadia prooeed with the opening of this street in the manner outlined above. Communioation was presented from the Planning Commission recommend- ing for denial the petition of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Carlsen requesting permission to conduct a Real Estate office in the dwelling at 45 Bonita St. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the recommend~tion of the Planning Commission be and is hereby accepted, and the petition of Mr. and l~s. Fred Carlsen be denied. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission stating that the petition of H. J. Ortman requesting a zone variance to allow the operation of a mop head assembling business at 720 W. Duarte Road in Zone C-2, had been denied beoause of a tie vote in the Commission. Motion by Councilman Russell that the request of H. J. Ortman for a zone varianoe to operate a mop head assembly business in Zone C-2 be allowed subjeot to the following oonditions: 1 - The business must be in operation within six months. '2 - The variance to expire two years after effective date. 3 - The business be limited to not more than four employees and not more than two sewing machines Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adoock and carried on Roll oall as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcook, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Assessor requesting permission to cancel the following Assessments because of ohanges made in the Los Angeles County Roll, or errors discovered in the assessments: 1.606 " Assessment No. 610~ - Canoel Improvements $1900.00 Assessment No. ~4 A1- II " 6000.00 Assessment No. 16. _ n ' . II 700.00 Assessment No. 6469 _ II II 210.00 Assessment No. 2189G - Reduoe Land Value 400.00 Assessment No. 2189F - II " 300.00 Assessment No. 2189A- " " 210.00 Assessment No. 2189D- " " 400.00 Assessment No. 2189C- " " 70.00 Assessment No. 2191 - " " 120.00 Assessment No. 2190 - " " 410.00 I Assessment No. 2194 - II " 110.00 Assessment No. 219 II' " 260.00 Assessment No. 2193A- " " 90.00 Assessment No. 2193 - II " 170.00 Assessment No. 2196 " " 670.00 Assessment No. ~60 - II " 40.00 Assessment No. 93 - II II 110.00 Assessment No. 45Gt- Canoel Per. Property 250.00 Assessment No. 50 - II " 100.00 Motion by ,Counoilman Leeper, that the request of the City Assessor as set forth above be and is hereby granted, and the above desoribed ohanges in Assessments be and are hereby made, subject to the written approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Adcook and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby ~nd Russell NOES: None COllllllW1ica tion was presented from the Oi ty Clerk request ing that he be authorized to employ a regular Auditor for the oustomary mid-year audit of the books of the City of Aroadia. Motion by Councilman Adoook seoonded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby author- ized to request James W. Bontems & Co. to make the customary mid-year audit of the books of the City of Arcadia. I Comounication was presented from the City Clerk requesting that he be authorized to pay the sum of $5.00 to cover the purchase of 500 post-cards by the Safety Council. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the request of the City Clerk as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and that he be author- ized to expend $5.00 for the above mentioned purpose. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: ' AYES: Councilmen Adoook, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Personnel Board submitting the names and addresses of the three individuals on the eligible list for Captain in the Police Department in the order of their final per- oentail;es: I Motion by Counoilman Adoock that William S. Orr, Eric R. Topel and Kenneth B. Leslie be appointed as Captains in the Police Depart- ment at a salary of $255.00 per month, and that the Chief of Police appoint one of them to act as Special Investigator. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as ft)llows: AYES: Councilmen Adoock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: ,None Communication was presented from the Personnel Board submitting the names and addresses of four individuals on the eligible list for Assistant Building Inspeotor in the Building Department, in the order of their final peroentages: 1 - Arthur ~ron Maxwell 2 - John Neuviller 3 - Fred Curtiss Post 4 - Donald Henry George Motion by Councilman Nugent that Fred C. Post and Donald H. George be appointed to the position of Assistant Building Inspector at the salary of $230.00 per month in the order of their seniority, under the Rules and Regulations governing the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, and that John Neuviller be appointed to the position of Assistant Building Inspector in the Building Department, at a salary of $200.00 per month, his appointment to start on a date to be set by the City Engineer. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Adcock and oarried on Roll Call as fbllows: I AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None 1 I I I :l607 Communication was presented from the Personnel Board submitting tne names and addresses of the four individuals on the eligible list for Equipment Operator Laborer in the Street Department in the order of tneir final peroentages: 1 - Paul Armstrong 2 - Wilton S. Knight 3 - Steve L. Stephens 4 - William BRcome Motion by Councilman Nugent that Paul Armstrong be appointed to tne position of Equipment Operator Laborer in the Street Department at a salary of $215.00 per month, and Wilton S. Knight, Steve L. Stephens and William Beoome at a salary of $195.00 per month, each, under the Rules and Regulations governing the Personnel System of the City of Aroadia, appointments to beoome effective on a date to be fixed by the CHy Engineer. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES : NOES: Councilmen Adoock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None Communioation was presented from the Personnel Board submitting tne names and addresses of the tenth and eleventh individuals on the eligible list for Patrolman in the Polioe Department. Motion by Councilman Adoock that William LeRoy Reddington, 6602 Speoht St., Bell Gardens, be appointed to the position of Patrolman in tne Police Department under the Rules and Regulations governing the, Personnel System of the City of Arcadia at a salary of ~200.00 per month, effeotive Deoember 21, 1947. Said motion was seconded by Counoilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Counoilmen Adoock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None Motion by Councilman Adcook that the name of Warren W. Strong be referred beck to the Personnel Board, inasmuch as he failed to appear for interview and that the Personnel Board be requested to submit the name of the twelfth individual on the eligible list, and the Personnel Clerk be requested to instruot this individual to appear for interview at 7:00 P. M., December 26, 1947. Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Adoock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommending oertain raises in salary for the position of Lieutenant in the Fire Department in order to provide for a proposed new classifioation of Fire Apparatus Engineer. ' Said oommunioation was referred to the Polioe and Fire Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommending the creation of a new position classifioation of Fire Apparatus Engineer in the Fire Department, and submitting specifications for this position. Said oommunication was referred to the Police and Fire Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommending that hereafter any employee having a vacation due him under Resolution No. 1214 will be required to take a vacation within the calendar year during which such vacation privilege aocumulated, and not be permitted to work and reoeive double pay. Motion by Councilman Adcook that the recommendation as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, to become effective as soon as all vaoations aocumulated to date have been taken or adjusted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None Communication was presented from the Chief of Police advising that Kenny Rogers had been employed as temporary Patrolman in the Police Department, from December 5 to December 11, 1947, inclusive, at a salary of $200.00 per month. . Motion by Councilman Adcock that the action of the Chief of Police, in employing Kenny Rogers for the above mentioned time at the above mentioned salary, be and is hereby approved. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: :1608 AYES: NOES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None Communication was presented from the Chief of Police advising that Earl O. Cann had been appointed to the position of Patrolman in the Police Department at a salary of $200.00 per month, effeotive Deoember 12, 1947 under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Adcock that Earl O. Cann be and is hereby appointed as Patrolman in the Polioe Department at a salary of $200.00 per month, effective December 12, 1947. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None Communioation was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing that steps be taken to compel the Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe Rail- road to install railroad gates controlled by the tower man at the crossings located at First Avenue and Santa Anita Ave. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing that a double line be painted on the East Drive of Santa Anita Avenue from the Southern Pacific traoks to the crossing at Vllieeler, over to the West Drive, and also that a double line should be painted on West Santa Anita Drive, north from Bonita to the Park crossover on the East drive of Santa Anita Avenue, as a matter of safety, due to the ins~allation of safety signals. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seoonded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the above reoommendations of the Chief of Police be and are hereby approved, and that he be authorized to paint all lines under the direction of the City Engineer. Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising that the name of Joe Cryan had been omitted from the November 15, 1947 list of overtime due emplorees for posting 1911 Notices, and that said Joe Cryan was entitled to e hours pay. Motion by Councilman Nugent that Joe Cryan be paid for eight hours overtime posting 1911 Notices. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None Application for Owner's Permit (Autos for Hire-Taxicabs), was presented by Bernard M. Haibrecht, who has become a partner in the partnership of L. P. Dubois, Buddy L. ~Yens, Lance W. Legler. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the application for Owner's Permit as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, pro~ided Bernard M. Hai- brecht comply with all the rules and rogulations governing the operation of taxicabs in the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the California National Guard complimenting the City and its officials upon their participation in the reoruiting program of the 980th Field ~rtillery Battalion. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommend- ing a temporary cost-of-living adjustnent 'in salaries of $20.00 per month for a period of six months. Councilman Leeper requested the City Attorney to read Resolution No. 1733, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING RESOLUTIONS NOS. 1652 and 1653 AND PROVIDING FOR A TEMPORARY INCREASE IN THE COMPENSATION Or' CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF SAID CITY. II Said Resolution was read in full. Motion by Councilman Leeper that Resolution No. 1733 be adopted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None C. E. Ward made verbal protest about the rates charged him by the A-I Disposal Company. He was asked to make a formal written oomplaint. Verbal protest was made regarding the location of a Stop sign on California Street at its intersection with Santa Anita Avenue. Said complaint 'was referred to the Police Committee and the Chief of Police. I I I I I I .1609 City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1731 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT, OF EASEMENT TO THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1731 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1732 entltled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DESIGNATING ALTERNATE MEMDER TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF COUNTY SANITATION NO. 15 OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discus'sed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1732 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Mo~ion by Councilman Leeper, that proposed Ordinance No. 685 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 434 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED MAY 21, 1940", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Leeper, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 685. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 685. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nt~ent, Ormsby and RUBsell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No. 686 ent itled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 630 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED FEBRUARY 18, 1947", be given its second a nd final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 686. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen AdCOCk, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None CounCilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinanoe No. 686. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by CounCilman Adcock, that proposed Ordinance No. 687 entitled: "AN ORDIN/d'ICE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 51B OF SAID CITY BY ESTABLISHING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF ATlCADIA AS A PORTION OF FIRE ZONE NO. 1 OF SAID CITY.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read said proposed Ordinance in full. 1.6iO Mo~ion by Councilman Leeper, that proposed Ordinance No. 688 entitltld: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADI/l, AMENDING ORDINANCE No. ,0, OF SAID CITY BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION TO BE ICNOWN AND NUMBERED SECTION 8-D AND PROHIBITING PARKING OF AUTO- MOBILES OR OTHER VEHICLES IN FRONT OF A FIRE HYDRANT.", be intro- duced and.read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 688. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No. 689 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA MAKING CERTAIN PORTIONS OF SANTA ANITA AVENUE IN SAID CITY ONE-WAY . HIGHWAYS, RmUIRING ALL VEHICLES THEREON TO BE MOVED IN ONE SPECIFIED DIRECT!ON ,AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 470 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and oarried-on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: Nontl The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 689. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the City ~gineer be and is hereby authorized to purchase a Brown Bevis Street Sweeper and that he be pennitted to use his own judgment as to the disposition of the present street sweeper. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that all bids reoeived for the proposed Monrovia Sewer project, which were opened December 2, 1947, be and are hereby rejected. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adoock and unanimouely carried, that John Frank be permitted to remove a Pepper Tree located at 1120 S. Santa Anita Avenue, at his own expense. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, t~t Mrs. M. Sweeney be permitted to remove a De- odor tree and the Oleanders on each side of it, located at 180 W. Huntington Dr., at her own expense. MOtion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimoualy carried, that the City Engineer be and is hereby author- ized to oonsult with the Personnel Board concerning ways and means of employing temporary hourly labor not under the Personnel rules and regulations. Councilman Russell reported that Mrs. Longley had rejected the offer of the City for the lot owned by her, and located at the South- west corner of Palm and El Monte Ave. I The matter was referred to the Water Committee for further in- vestigation and report. Motion by Councilman Russell that Orville Tulga abd Gladys Randall be paid for earned vacation time not taken in the year 1947. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Nugent, Ruasell and Ormsby NOES: Counc ilmen Adcook and Leeper. Motion by Councilman Adcock that a new rack for drying fire hose be constructed at a cost not to exceed $250.00. Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call' as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None I Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adoock and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary Resolution providing for the temporary cost- of-living increase in pay to employees on an hourly pay basis and the Radio Technician, in addition to the similar increase granted employees under Resolution No. 17'3. I I JJl11 . Motion by Councilman Leeper, that the City Attorney be authorized to prep~re the necessary Resolution and other documents providing for the transfer to the California National Guard of a parcel of land approximately two acres in area at the Southwest end of the new Civic Center site, the deed to such property to be subject to architeotural supervision by the City's architect of the Armory building to be erected thereon within three years, by the State of California. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby instruoted to prepare a lease for certain City owned lands to be entered into with Marshburn Bros., upon the same terms as the existing lease. Motion by Councilmen Leeper, that Bill Jenkins be continued as an employee of the Recreation Commission at a salary of $1.50 per hour for approximately 10 to 12 hours per week, for the balance of the school year. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, ,Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Leeper that Frances Boyer be employed for the fiscal year of 1948 at a salary of $35.00 per month, the employment commencing January 1, 1948, for organization work on the City Band. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcook, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None . Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the Recreation Commission be commended for the large and varied list of recreational activities presented in the report of the Recreation Director. Mayor Ormsby suggested that H. E. Pippin, 136 W. Norman Ave., be appointed to a four year term on the Planning Commission, commencing Deoember 6, 1947. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that H. E. Pippin be and is hereby appointed for a four year term, on the Planning Commission, his term to commence December 6, 1947. Councilman Adcock announced there would be a meeting of the F1nance Committee with the Chief of Police, at 10:00 A.M., Saturday, December 20, 1947, at the Police Station. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman 'Russell and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering. Gen. Govt. Bldgs. ----------------- 2079 Recreation Commission ------------- 2l0b and 2107 F1re Dept. ------------------------ 1982 to 1987 incl. City Clerk ------------------------ 1916 and 1917 Water Dept. ----------------------- 2368 to 2376 incl. Police Dept. ---------~------------ 1982 to 1987 " Motion by Councilman Leeper, that Warrants Nos. 752 to 832 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, N\\gent, Ormsby and Ruseell None Motion carried, that 26, 1947. by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and the meeting adjourn to Friday, 7:30 o'clock P. M., Deoember 'I11fro~ 1 or ATTEST: ~c::~ (;1 ty Gler :16:12 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, Calif. December 26, 1947, 7:30 o'clock P. M. Pursuant to the foregoing adjournment, the City Counoil of the City of Aroadia met in regular adjourned session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Ormsby presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell ABSENT: None The City Clerk presented applications under Ordinance No. 680 for I permission to disseminate written or printed mattsr rslating to horse races and other contests, as follows: John C. Be.edeker Frank A. Stolo Mrs. Cecil Collins Robert W. Wood Marie LaDuke Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the above applications for permiSSion to dis- seminate written or printed matter relating to horse races and other contests, be and are hereby approved~ The City Clerk presented lease to be entered into between the City of Arcadia and L. C. ~mrshburn, covering the leasing of certain City owned land, for a rental of $724.00, said lease to terminate December 31, 1948. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the proposed lease with L. C. r~rshburn as above set forth, be and is hereby approved, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said lease on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Monrovia Motorcycle Club requesting the City lease oertain City owned property bordering on Peck Road, for the building of an amateur motorcyole raoe track. ~~. Knight, the Seoretary, spoke on behalf of the project. Mr. Knight was advised by the Council to take this matter up with the Reoreation Commission for further oonsideration. , Application for Owner's Permit (Autos for Hire-Taxicabs), was presented by Melvin Leavenson. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that Mr. Leavenson be granted the application for one Limousine, subject to all rules and ,regulations governing the operation of automobiles for hire in the City of Aroadia. Communication was presented from G. B. Watson, Building Inspeot- or, advising Mr. John Neuviller will report for work on January 16, 1948 and that Mr. McDonnell be permitted to work the entire month of January. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seoonded by Councilman Adcock and I unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the report of the City Engineer regarding the employment of Mr. John Neuviller as of January 16, 1948, and the retaining of Mr. McDonnell on an emergenoy basis for the. month of January. I Communioation was presented from the Chief of Police advising of the resignation of Officer Oscar M. Lide as of December 20, 1947. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the resignation of Oscar M."Lide as of Dec- ember 20, 1947, be and is hereby aooepted. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police advising of the employment of William L. Reddington as a Patrolman in the Police Department. Motio n by Councilman Adcock, that William L. Reddington be employed as a temporary Patrolman in the Police Department effective Deoember 21, 1947, and that his probationary period under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, oom- mence as of December 26, 1947, at a salary of $200.00 per month. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None I Communication was presented from the Personnel Board advising that no one had passed the examination held by the Los Angeles County Civil Servioe Commission for the position of Police Sergeant. Said oommunication was referred back to the Personnel Board for further consideration. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board submitting the name and address of the twelfth individual on the eligible list for I 1613 Patrolman in the Police Department. Edward D. Johnson, 4436 Hammel St., Los Angeles, Callf. Motion by Councilman Adcock that Edward D. Johnson be employed as Patrolman in the Police Department at a salary of $200.00 per month, under the rules and regulations governing the Personnel 'System of the City of Arcadia, effective December 28, 1947. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recom- mending for final approval final map of proposed Tract No. 14966 located at the Northeast corner of Second Avenue and Longden Ave. Motjon by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of proposed Tract No. 14966 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and suffioient 'Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 14966, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 307 of said City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from F. W. Griesinger requesting refund covering unused Building Permit No; 10386, issued October 20, 1947. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that refund in the amount of $14.00 be made to F. W. Griesinger covering a building permit not used by him. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as fOlloVls: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented by Mr. and Mrs. Fred Carlsen requesting refund of one-half the amount deposited by them when making applioation for a zone vnriance which was denied. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the sum of $5.00 be refunded Mr. and Mrs. Fred Carlsen covering the request as above set forth. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1735 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF /l.RCADIA, AMENDING RESOLUTIONS NOS. 1652 AND 1653 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AND PROVIDING FOR A TEMPORARY INCREASE IN THE COMPENSATION OF CERTAIN E!.fPLOYEES OF SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1735 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows,: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell , NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1736 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING rdEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR ACCUMULATION OF THE GAS TAX ALLOCATION TO CITIES." The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Adcock noved the adoption of Resolution No. 1736 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Russell that proposed Ordinance No. 690 entitled: "'AN ORDINMCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING A CONDITIONAL VARIANCE TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDlNANCl NO. 439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduoed and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: :16:14 AYES: NOES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None 'The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 690. Estimates for re-roofing the Fire Station on Wheeler Street were submitted. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Engineer be auth- orized to proceed with the re-roofing of the Wheeler Street Fire Station for a sum not to exceed $403.00, the J. W. Lytle Roofing Company to do the work. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as fbllows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held December 10, 1947 be corrected to read that the Captains in the Police Department be appointed at a salary of $265.00 per month instead of $255.00 as stated. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Nugent, and unanimously carried, that the practice of paying the Police officer who serves as Investigator an additional sum of $10.00 per month be disoontinued forthwith, the adjustments made in salaries through promotions and otherwise being contemplated to include this am~unt. ' Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman }mgent and unanimously carried, that Mr. Lee, Water Superintendent, and 1~. Talley, be requested to meet with the Personnel Board at their next regular meeting to be held January 8, 1948, for the purpose of working ou~ some agreement concerning the division of time to be spent by Mr. T~lley in the Engineering Department and the Water Department. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that Melvin Leavson be issued a license to operate one taxicab as applied for, in the City of Arcadia, provided he comply with all Ordinances governing the operation of taxicabs in the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Russell, that Warrants Nos. 833 to 838 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Amyor and City Clerk be and they are hereby author- ized and directred to sign said warrants. Said motton was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as fb llows : AYES: NOES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ~,#.cP~ / yor ATTEST: ~~,~ Depu y y er' ./ I I I \ I I I I I :Ult5 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California January 6, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned Flace, with Mayor Ormsby presiding: FRESENT: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held Decem- ber 16, 1947 and the Minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of Decem- ber 26, 1947, be and the same are hereby approved. Communication vas presented from the Woman's Club of Arcadia protesting the hazards existing at the crossings on First Avenue and Santa Anita Avenue with the Santa Fe Railroad tracks. Said communication vas ordered Flaced on file and the City Clerk instructed to notify the Woman's Club the situation is under investi- gation. Communication was presented from the Junior Chamber of Commerce requesting permission to sponsor a Carnival to be held in Arcadia on March 22 to 28, 1948, and further requesting permiSSion to use a portion of the City property in the City Civic Center for such Carnival. Said communication vas ordered placed on the agenda for re-con- sideration on January 20, 1948. Communication was presented from the Junior Chamber of Commerce requesting ~ermission to hold a dance at the Masonic Temple on Santa Anita Avenue in Arcadia on January 17, 1948. Motion by Councilman AdCOCk, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the request of the Junior Chamber of Commerce as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. Communication was presented from the El Monte Transit Lines setting forth two nev proposed extensions of their bus routes running through Arcadia. Communication vas also presented from the West Arcadia Business Association endorsing these proposed routes. Mr. Van Loben Sels, President of El Monte Transit Lines, offer- ed further verbal explanation of these routes. Said communications were referred to the Street Committee, City Engineer and the Transportation Committee of the Junior Chamber of Com- merce for investigation and report at the meeting to be held January 20, 1948. Communication was presented from Louis Potts requesting a refund of license fee of $15.50 paid for License No.8332 issued January 2, 1948, which Mr. Potts was unable to use. Motion by Councilman Leeper that the request of Mr. Potts as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and he be given refund of $15.50 for license No.8332 on the ground that payment for such license was erroneously made. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication vas presented from Bruce R. Wetmore advising the City that he had found it necessary to erect two gasoline signs just outside of the ten foot property line, said signs being on City ~roperty. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby instructed to inform Mr. Wetmore of the law regarding signs and request they be re- moved from City property. Communication was presented from the Marine Corps League requesting permission to conduct a mobile display in the City of Arcadia in the near future. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the request of the Marine Corps League as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, provided the location of such traveling exhibition be approved by the Chief of Police. Communication was presented from Egil Hopen requesting trees be planted in the parkways in Tract No.13367 in the usual manner, upon com- ~letion of the streets. Said communication vas referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and report. Communication was presented from Karl A. Swenson requesting in- stallation of the street light at the dead end of Fifth Avenue. :16:16 Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Lee~er and unanimously carried, that the street light requested by Mr. Swenson be installed at the dead end of Fifth AVenue, ~rovided the City of Monrovia bear one-half of the cost in accordance with the terms of the joint agreement between the said Cities of Monrovia and Arcadia. The a~plication of John Toscano for Owner's Permit for Autos for Hire (Taxicabs), was presented. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the application of John' Toscano for an Auto for hire without meter (Limousine), be and is hereby an'roved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Council,en Adcock, Lee~er, Nugent and Ormsby NOES: Councilman Russell for was , The application of Blue and White Cab Company of Santa Monica ~erm1ssion to o~erate autos for hire (Taxicabs), with taxicab meters, presented. Said communication was referred to the Chief of Police for in- vestigation and report of alleged violations of laws of other Cities regarding taxicab~. The ap~lication of the Valley Cab Com~any for Fermission to operate an ~uto for hire (Limousine) without meter was ~resented. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the request of the Valley Cab Company as set forth above, be and is hereby approved. Claim for damages against the City of Arcadia, a munici~al cor~ I ~oration, Glenn B. Watson, City Engineer and Street SUFerintendent, and Bent H. Greve, doing business under the fictitious name of Western Tree and Truck Service, for damage done to the property owned by the estate of Edna Buehler, was ~resented. Said claim was referred to the City Attorney for investigation and re~ort. / Communication signed by Koebig & Koebig, Consulting Engineers, and G. B. Watson, City Engineer, certifying that the City Sewer Trunk lines of Arcadia, Calif., were completed December 26, 1947, in accord- ance with a~~roved plans, specifications anc Change Orders on file with the City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, was presented. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Lee~er and unanimously carried, that such report be a~proved and that the sewer system trunk lines be and are hereby accepted as part of the sewer system of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending that the business of Steam Laundries be removed from Zone M-2 and included in the businesses allowed in Zone M-l. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock I and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Oom- mission as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to ~repare the necessary Ordinance effecting such change. Communication was presented from the City Clerk requesting per- mission to cancel Warrant No.672 in the amount of $689.54 made payable to H. L. Byram, County Tax Collector. Motion by Councilman Leeper that the request of the City Clerk as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and he is hereby instruct- ed to cancel the above mentioned warrant. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presente~ from the City Assessor requesting ~ermission to make the follOWing changes in the Assessment Roll: 1 -Reduce improvements on Assessment No.2710-A from $2710.00 to I $770.00. (This was an error in the County Roll). 2 -Add $800.00 to the Unsecured Personal Property Tax Roll. (This was missed by the Assessor). Motion by Councilman Adcock, that the request of the City Assessor as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and the above described changes in Assessments be and are hereby made, subject to the written approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None 1 I IJjt7 Communication was presented from the Clerk of the Personnel Board advising that Otto Haaker, Munici~al Laborer in the Water Department, has not returned to work after being granted a three qeek leave of absence without pay. Said communication was referred to the Personnel Board for re- commendation. Communication was ~resented from the Chief of the Fire Department advising that Frank E. Hale, Hoseman, will com~lete his six months' ~robationary ~eriod effective January 24, 1948, and requesting that he be given the customary $10.00 increase in salary. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the recommendation of the Chief of the Fire De~artment be and is hereby acce~ted, and that Frank E. Hale, be given an increase in salary of $10.00 per month, effective January 24, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Lee~er, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was ~resented from the Chief of Folice recommending the placing of orders for two new Patrol cars at this time. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for in- vestigation and re~ort. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommending the installation of Boulevard Stop Signs at Gate No.5, Santa Anita Race Tract, on Huntington Drive, South side. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the recommendation of the Chief of Folice as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and he is authorized to install said signs, and the City Attorney is instructed to prepare a Resolution covering said signs. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried.on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was lresented from the Chief of Folice advising of the termination of employment of A. B. Miller as of December 27, 1947. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the termination of employment of A. B. Miller be and is hereby acce~ted, and that he be raid for such earned vacation time as is due him. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Lee~er and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was ~resented from the Chief of Police requesting that former Officer Oscar H. Lide be given such vacation pay as is due him. Motion by Councilman Adcock that O. H. Lide be paid for such earn- ed vacation time as is due him. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: CoUncilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Chief of Police setting forth in detail the circumstances surrounding an automobile accident involving a City car which he was driving. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communica tion was I.resented from the Water Superintendent recom- mending the rurchase of additional Reservoir sites. Said communication was referred to the Water Committee for in- vestigation and report. Communication was presented from the Water SUlerintendent submittine explanation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the Water Derartment for layment covering overtime work during the month of December 1947: Louis 'doH --------- 35 Hours John llerrin -------- 25 " Donald Ott 41 " --------- D. E. Frazier ------ 29 II John I'Jl rks --------- 53 II Orville 1- Tulga --- 18 II ~G~8 Motion by Councilman Russell that the above mentioned em~loyees in the Water De~artment be ~aid for said overtime on a straight time- basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Lee~er, Ormsby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Communication was ~resented from the Cfty Treasurer advising that commencing January 1, 1948 the banks will ~ay the City 3/4 of 1% interest instead of 1/2% interest on the inactive accounts. Said communication was ordered Vlaced on file. Communication was ~resented from the City Treasurer informing the Council that a tax deed issued to the Ladies Auxiliary to the Veter- ans of Foreign Wars of the United States, Post No.2070, on the 18th of May 1943, covering Lot 2, Block 68, Tract No.866, as ~er map recorded in Book 16, Pages 198-199 of Maps, records of Los Angeles County, was inadequate, since the Title Com~any would not recognize the tax deed since the Auxiliary was not incorporated. The City Treasurer recommended a qUit-claim deed be issued to their ~urchaser in order that the Auxiliary may consumate a sale of this ~ro~erty. Motion by Councilman Lee~er, that the recommendation of the City Treasurer as set forth above, be and is hereby acce~ted, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the quit-claim deed to the above ~ro~erty, on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: CoUncilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was ~resented from the City Engineer advising of the employment of Paul Armstrong, W. S. Knight, Steve Stephens and William Bacome as Equ1~ment Operator Laborers in the Street De~art- ment, effective Jan. 2, 1948. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that Paul Armstrong, W. S. Knight, Steve Ste~hens and William Bacome be and are em~loyed in the Street De- ~artment under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, effective Jan. 2, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Lee~er and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: ~cock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell N~S: N~e Communication was vresented from A. W. Nass requesting the re- moval of two large Eucalyvtus trees located in the varkway at 1616 S. Santa Anita Ave. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and re~ort. The City Clerk presented a pro~osed Agreement to be entered into between the City of Arcadia and the Bureau of Census covering the details of the Census now under way for the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the above mentioned agreement be and is hereby a~~roved, and the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to sign for and on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Lee~er and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Mr. Cassity, revresenting the contractors for the Southern California Edison Company to make the cycle changeover for said Edison Company, requested ~ermission to erect a tem~orary office building and ~ark trucks on a vacant lot immediately behind the Standard Station located on Huntington Drive, said lot facing on First Ave. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the request of Mr. Cassity be granted, subject to the a~proval of the location by theCity Engineer. Mr. Richard Krebs, Jr., requested ~erm1ssion to replace four gaso11ne ~umps with two, said pumps being located upon a portion of City ~roperty on Foothill Blvd., near First Avenue. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the request of Richard Krebs as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, reserving to the City the right to require the removal of said pumps from City pro~erty at any time. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1737 en- I I I I I I I I 1.619 titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AFFROV- ING AGREEMENT FOR MAINTENANCE OF PORTIONS OF STATE HIGHWAYS WITHIN SAID CITY, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION THEREOF." The ~rovisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Lee~er moved the ado~tion of Resolution No.1737 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leerer, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that ~ro~o~d Ordinance No.687 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.518 OF SAID CITY BY ESTABlISHING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA AS A FORTION OF FIRE ZONE NO.1 OF SAID CITY.", be given its second and final !.'eading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Lee~er and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Lee~er, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.687. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Lee~er and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Lee~er, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the ado~tion of Ordinance No.687. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Lee~er and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Oouncilmen Adcock, Lee~er, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that ~ro~oBed Ordinance No.688 enti tled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING ORDINANCE NO.303 5F SAID CITY BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION TO BE KNOWN AND NUMBERED SECTION 8-D AND PROHIBITING PARKING OF AUTOMOBILES OR OTHER VEHICLES IN FRONT OF A FIRE HYDRANT.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Lee~er and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Lee~er, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.688. Said motion was seconded by Qouncilman Lee~er and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES; Councilmen Adcock, Lee~er, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the ado~tion of Ordinance No.688. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Lee~er and carried on Roll Call as follows: AyES: Councilmen Adcock, Lee~er, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that ~ro~osed Ordinance No.68g entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA MAKING CERTAIN PORTIONS OF SANTA ANITA AVENUE IN SAID CITY ONE-WAY HIGHWAYS, REQUIRING ALL VEHICLES THEREON TO BE MOVED IN ONE SPECIFIED DIRECTION AND REl-EALING ORDINANCE NO.470 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA. ", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adoock, Lee~er, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.68g. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Lee~er and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Lee~er, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the ado~tion of , Ordinance No.689. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Lee~er and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Lee~er, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES; None 1.620 Motion by Councilman Nugent, that ~roposed Ordinance No.690 entitled: " AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING A CONDITIONAL VARIANCE TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940." be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None I The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.690. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carr1ed on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.690. Said motion was seCOnded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the plans and specifications for the City Hall Build1ng, to be erected upon the new Civic Center site, as prepared and submitted by Architect Paul-Kingsley, be accepted and ap- ~roved, and that the City Clerk be instructed to advertise for bids for the construction of the building, bids to be opened at the regular meeting of the City Council on February 3, 1948, at 8:00 P.M. I Councilman Nugent announced the Street Committee would meet with Egil Hopen regarding certain streets immediately upon the adjourn- ment of the Council meeting. Councilman Adcock announced there would be a meeting of the Police and Fire Committee immediately u~on adjournment of the Council meeting. Councilman Leeper ~resented a communication from the Chairman of the Recreation Commission setting forth certain recommendations re- garding the im~rovement of the baseball ~ark located at Second Avenue and Huntington Drive. Motion by Councilman Leerer, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the Chairman of the Recreation Commission be requested to COnfer with the City Engineer regarding these suggested improvements, and that the City Engineer be and is hereby requested and instructed to have an estimate of the costs of such im~rovements to be presented at the meeting.of the Council held January 20, 1948. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and sup~lies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering. Gen. Govt Bldgs. --------- 2080 and 2081 Street Dept. ------------- 2082 Police Dept. ------------- 1988 to 1990 Fire De~t. --------------- 2168 to 2170 Incl. City Clerk --------------- 1918 Water De~t. -------------- 2377 to 2380 Incl. Recreation Commission ---- 2106 and 2107 Motion by Councilman Leeper, that Warrants Nos.839 to 92~ inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be. approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authoriz- ed and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried, that the meeting adjourn. m - ffcO~ Mayor I ATTEST: ~c;t.;?7 I 1.621 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia,Calif January 20, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of theCity of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Ormsby presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of January 6, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. Communication was presented from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., re- questing the City to fulfill its obligations regarding the fencing and landscaping of certain Reservoirs and water wells purchased from Rancho San ta Ani ta . Said communication was referred to the Water Committee for in- vestigation and report. Mr. Robert Barton made a verbal report explaining the cause of the delay in advertising for bids for the Latera1sewer system in the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., protest- ing the unsightly appearance of Huntington Drive and Colorado St., due to the number of tip sheets being thrown into these streets. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from Edward E. Greenlee stating that a well had been dug on property leased by him from the City of Arcadia for the purpose of washing rock, sand and gravel, and requesting that the Council grant the necessary permit for the operation of this well. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the request of Edward E. Greenlee as set forth above, be and is hereby approved, provided that he furnish to the City a log of the said well and that the water use from said well by him be used for the purpose of washing rock, sand and gravel only upon the property leased by Mr. Greenlee, and further, that no water from this well be sold or given to other persons. Communication was presented from the California National Guard requesting permission to hold a dance February 21, 1948, at the quarters of theGlen Dyer Post of the American Legion. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the request of the California National Guard as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Parent Teachers Association Council setting forth a resolution passed by that body favoring the extension of recreational facilities on a city-wide basis rather than in a centralized manner. Said communication was referred to the Recreation Commission for investigation and report. Communication was presented from Walter B. and Mrs. Elaine Hagstrom protesting the routing of race traffice along LeRoy Avenue. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee and the Chief of Police for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Citrus Belt Master Plumbers Association requesting permission to present material pertaining to the Uniform Plumbing Code of the San G~briel Valley. Mayor Ormsby informed the representatives of that organization present that upon the issuance of a new plumbing code by the Master Plumbers Association it is the intention of the Council to revise the present City of Arcadia Pl~bing Ordinance. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce making report and recommendations regarding the proposed routes of the El Monte Transit Lines through and near Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the recommendations of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce be and are hereby accepted, and the City Clerk is instructed to forward these recommendations to Mr. Van Loben Sels, President of the EI Monte Transit Lines. ment tain City Communication was presented from the State of California, Depart- of Public Works, Division of Highways, District #7, requesting cer- additions to the Agreement for maintenance of State Highways in the of Arcadia, whibh is now being negotiated. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by CoUncilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are here- by authorized to sign the acceptance of the inclusion of the above Agree- ments with the Division of Highways. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommending 1.622 that an open competitive examination be held for Meter Reader in the Water Department, at a salary of $210.00 per month. Said communication was referred to the Water Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommend- ing that all City employees who drive City equipment have Chauffeur's licenses. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing the installation of additional Stop Signs at the corners of El Monte and Las Tunas, making this intersection a four way Stop. Motion by Councilman Russell, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted. Said' motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and cartied on Roll Call as follows: I Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Nugent and .unanimously carried, that. the recommendation of the Personnel Board be disapproved. AYES: Councilmen Nugent, Leeper, Ormsby and Russell NOES: Councilman Adcock Communication was presented from the Chief of Police stating that the Arcadia Police Relief Association, a non-profit organization, had selected its officers, had arranged for a hall and orchestra and for the sale of tickets for a dance to be held on March 20, 1948. The Chief of Police was informed that before the Council could sanction this proposed organization and dance it would be necessary for the Arcadia Police Relief Association to incorporate as a non-profit organization and submit a copy of its pu~poses and by-laws to the Council for approval. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police making re- port on the proposed site for a Carnival to be sponsored by the Junior Chamber of Commerce the latter part of March, and recommending that the Carnival be permitted to exhibit on the south 500 feet of the City pro- perty West of the Wash. Said communication further made recommendations regarding entrances, exits and lighting. I Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the recommendations of the Chief of Police as set forth above, be approved and that the request of the Junior Chamber of Commerce to sponsor a Carnival to play in the City of Arcadia the latter part of March, be and is hereby approved, provided said Carnival pay the same rent for the City ground and on the same terms, as the last Carnival exhibiting in the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Fire Chief advising that the following named Firemen have been in the employ of the Fire Depart- ment for one year, and since their services have been found satisfactory, recommending they be allowed an increase of $5.00 per month, placing them in the top bracket for Hoseman: J. H. Harteis W. H. Fuller Edw. T. Harris Martin W. Pearcy Donald L. Morgan. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the recommendation of the Fire Chief be and is hereby accepted, and that the above named men be and are hereby granted an increase in salary of $5.00 per month, effective Jan- uary 20, 1948, or on the aniversary date of the completion of one year's service, and further, that the Personnel Board be informed of the Council's action. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None mission further Communication was presented .from the Fire Chief requesting per- to attend a conference at San Bernardino, January 24, 1948, and requesting he be allowed expenses not to exceed $25.00. as set attend Motion by Councilman Adcock that the request of the Fire Chief forth above be and is hereby granted, and that he be allowed to this Convention with expenses paid not to exceed $25.00. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Attorney informing the Council that the Pacific Electric Railway had advised the install- ation of wig-wag signals on Fifth Avenue had been delayed due to the lack of necessary materials, but that they expected to be able to in- I I ~623 stall them within the next three months. Said communication was ordered placed on file and the City Clerk instructed to notify all interested parties regarding this message. Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising of the employment of John Neuviller as Assistant Building Inspector in the Building Department, effective January 16, 1948, at a salary of $200.00 per month, with an automobile allowance of $40.00 per month, Said communication further advised of the termination of employ- ment of Mr. McDonnell on January 31, 1948, and requested he be granted the' usual earned vacation pay. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that John Neuviller be employed as Assistant Building Inspector, effective January 16, 1948, at a salary of $200.00 . per month, with an automobile allowance of $40.00 per month. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the termination of employment of Mr. McDonnell be and is hereby accepted effective January 31, 1948, and that he be granted accrued vacation pay due him. Communication was presented from the City Assessor requesting permission to reduce the value of improvements on Assessment No.4743 from $6660.00 to $3160.00. Motion by Councilman Leeper that the request of the City Assessor as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, subject to the written ap- proval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from Fred R. Fenton requesting a refund of $26.00 for Street and Building permits Nos.955 and 10485 issued by the City of Arcadia, such refund being requested since the building is not to be constructed. Motion by Councilman Leeper that the request of Fred R. Fenton as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and that the refund in the amount of $26.00 be given for Receipts Nos.955 and 10485. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock.and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Report of the Street Superintendent regarding the request of E. Traub for the removal of or triming of a tree at 627 Lemon Ave., was pre- sented. The Street Superintendent informed the Council he would trim the tree. Said communication was ordered placed on file. The report of the Street Superintendent regarding request of LeRoy Anderson to have a tree removed at 664 W. Duarte Road was p~esented. The Street Superintendent reported he believed it unnecessary to remove this tree. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the report of the Street Superintendent be and is hereby approved, and the request of LeRoy Anderson be and is here- by denied. Communication was presented from Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Sassoe re- questing the removal of a large aead Eucalyptus tree at 1521 N. Santa Anita Ave. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and report. Communication was presented from Egil .Hopen regarding sanitary sewers in subdivisions accepted by the City of Arcadia after November 1946. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer and the City Attorney for investigation and report. Applications from Martin C. Lair, Norman H. Buck and Sidney R. Brodrick for Owners' Permit for Autos for Hire(without meters), were presented. Mr. Lair spoke 6n behalf of these applications. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the applications for OWner's Permit as set forth above, be and are hereby granted, provided said Martin C. Lair, ~fi24 Norman H. Buck and Sidney R. Brodrick comply with all rules and re- gulations governing the operation of limousines in the City of Arcadia. Application for OWner's Permit, autos for hire(taxicabs) was presented from the Valley Cab Company, requesting permission to oper- ate additional taxicab. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the application of the Valley Cab Company be and is hereby approved, provided said Valley Cab Company comply with all the rules and regulations governing the operation of taxicabs in the City of Arcadia. The application of the Blue and White Cab Company, 7998 Santa Monica Blvd., Hollywood, Calif., which had been referred to the Chief of Police for investigation and report, was again presented. I The Chief of Police gave verbal report upon the number of vio- lations and arrests made in other cities against drivers of this company, Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the application of the Blue and White Cab Company be and is hereby denied. The report of the Street Superintendent regarding the request of Egil Hopen for the planting of parkway trees in Tract No.13367 was presented. The Street Superintendent reported he did not believe the City should plant trees in this Tract until improvements are all in and homes are being built. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Street Superintendent be and is hereby accepted, and the request of Egil Hopen be and is here- by denied, without prejudice. The report of the Street Superintendent upon the request of A. W. Nass for the removal of two large Eucalyptus trees at 1616 S. Santa Anita Ave., was presented. I The Street Superintendent reported he saw no reason for the City removing these trees at this time. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Street Superintendent be and is hereby accepted, and the request of A. W. Nass be and is here- by denied. The report of the Street Superintendent regarding certain re- commendations of the Department of Recreation of the City of Arcadia concerning the development of the Second and Huntington Ball Park, was presented. The Street Superintendent recommended that if the blacktop at the North end of Third Avenue within the boundary of the playing field be removed and the ground leveled, Third Avenue should be closed. This recommendation was referred to the City Attorney for in- vestigation and further report. The Street Superintendent recommended that the cement in the one abandoned Tennis Court which is nearest the playing field, be broken up and removed and that dirt be hauled in to fill the depression caused by the removal, the cost not to exceed $200.00. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the recommendation of the Street Superintendent be approved as set forth above, and that the cement be broken up and dirt hauled in at a cost not to exceed $200.00. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The Street Superintendent reported that he would repair the ceilings of the locker rooms beneath the Grandstand as~recommended by the Department of Recreation. The Street Superintendent recommended the repair of the over- head wire screen behind the Catcher at a cost not to exceed $50~00 Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the recommendation of the Street Superintendent be and is hereby accepted, and that he be authoriz- ed to make the above repairs at a cost not to exceed $50.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The 8treet Superintendent recommended that logs, blocks or old telephone poles be placed at a sufficient distance from the fence between the grandstand and the West side bleacher to keep parked cars from occupying this space, such blockade to cost not more than $25.00. I 1.625 ~otion by Councilman Nugent that the recommendation of the street Superintendent as set forth above, be and is hereby approved, and that he be ~uthorized to place such a blockade at a cost not to exceed $25.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The Street Superintendent reported that bleachers and grandstand should be repaired wherever necessary, so as not to constitute a hazard, such replacement not to exceed a cost of $100.00. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the recommendation of the Street Superintendent be and is hereby accepted, and that the Street Superin- tendent be authorized to repair such bleacher and grandstand at a cost not to exceed $100.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Mr. Knight inquired as to the status of the application of Monrovia Motorcycle Club for a race track on City property. Mr. Knight was informed that the Council had received no official communication from the Recreation Commission regarding the matter. City Attorney Cornyn presented a communication from Toplis and Harding regarding the claim of the estate of Edna S. Buehler against the City, and Bent H. Greve doing business as Western Tree and Truck Service, on the damage done to the property of said estate by a falling t~ee. Said communication informed the City that it was not the intention of this company or the Western Tree and Truck Service to hold the City of Arc~dia in any way responsible for this damage. City Attorney cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1738 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, PROVIDING FOR THE TRJ\NSFER OF MONEYS TO THE "SPECIAL FUND FOR CAPITAL OUTLAYS", HERETO- FORE ESTABLISHED BY THE PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE No.465, ADOPTED OCTOBER 2L 1941. " The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No.1738 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as folloWS: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1739 entitl- ed: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA. " The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1739 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follOWS: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution NO.174o entitl- ed: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING I'TS INTENTION TO CHANGE OR MODIFY THE GRADE OF A PORTION OF COLORADO BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AND SETTING FORTH THE CHANGE OR MODIFI- CATION OF GRADE PROPOSED TO BE MADE." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1740 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.691 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, RE- CLASSIFYING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN SAID CITY FOR ZONING PURPOSES AND ESTABLISHING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE "C-l OF SAID CITY AS DEFINED IN ORDIN- ANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None 1.626 The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.691. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.692 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA MAKING A CONDITIONAL VARIANCE TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY,OF ARCADIA, AS AMENDED, PURSUANT TO SECTION 25 THERE- OF.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.692. Motion by Councilman Nugent that proposed Ordinance No.693 ~n- titled:' "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING SECTIONS 9 AND 10 OF ORDINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduced and read in full. . Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried-on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.693. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and he is hereby authoriz- ed and instructed to call for bids for a bridge over Santa Anita Wash on Colorado Blvd., said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P.M., Feb. 17, 1948. Motion by O.ouncllman Nugent that the City of Arcadia install four foot shoulders along the East side of Santa Anita Avenue from Grandview Ave. south to Virginia St., at a cost not to exceed $1000.00, provided the owners of property along the above described street con- struct curbs and gutters at their own expense. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on' Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent that the Forestry Service, Depart- ment of Agriculture of the United States, be permitted to cut a roadway through the parkway in Santa Anita Ave. in front of their property, said cutover to be a driveway for the use of fire equipment only, and provid- ed said cut over be made at their own expense. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Russell announced there would be a meeting of the Water Committee immediately following the Council meeting. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the Fire Chief be and is here- by authorized to purchase a new gas range for the use of the Fire De- partment at a cost of $147.98, and that he be authorized to dispose of the old range. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Adcock that the Stop Sign now located on the Southeast corner of California St., at its intersection with Santa Anita Avenue, be moved to the Northeast corner of California St., and be set in place in a cOncrete island. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsbyand.Russell NOES: None Discussion was held regarding the regulation of parking on First Avenue between the Pacific Electric Tracks and the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railroad Co. tracks. The matter was referred to the Street Committee for investi- gation and report. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that all department heads be and are hereby authoriz- ed to employ temporary employees when needed, until April I, 1948. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the City Engineer be and he is hereby authorized to emplOY two men from the list of applicants for I I I I I I I ,. I - 1.627 Office Eningeer, as temporary employees, at the salary advertised in the bulletin calling for examination for Office Engineer. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen "dcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Adcock that the Chief of Police be and is hereby authorized to name Police Captain William S. Orr as Investi- gator at his present salary. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is here- by authorized and directed to issue purchase orders oovering: Street Dept. ------- 2083 Gen. Govt Bldgs ---- 2084 Police Dept. ------- 1993 to 1995 Incl. City Clerk 1919 to 1921 " --------- Fire Dept. 2171 to 2175 " --------- Water Dept. 2381 to 2386 " -------- Motion by Councilman Leeper, that Warrants Ncs.925 to 990 in- clusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authoriz- ed and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried, that the meeting adjourn. VA. J/~ Mayor ATTEST: ~~~~ City Clerk Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California. February 3, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, With Mayor Ormsby presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held January 20, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the construction of the City Hall Building as follows; NAME MAIN BID POSSIBLE LESS NET DEDUCTIONS ADDITIONS BID Louis F.Geisler Co.$174,800.00 '$ 9,293.00 $ 1,256.00 $165,507.00 P. A. Weegler 195,758.00 9,050.00 I,OOO.OO 186,708.00 w. C. Smith, Inc. 198,446.00 9,843.00 2,967.00 188,603.00 Peter P. Shelby 198,576.00 7,075.00 3,300.00 191,501.00 Halper Constr.Corp. 199,168.00 IO,725.00 188,443.00 The Contracting Engineers Co. 208,789.00 5,820.00 202,969.00 Harvey & Rose 209,281.00 10,623.00 1,913.00 198,658.00 R.J. Daum Const.Co. 213,038.00 9,700.00 1,500.00 203,338.00 E. A. Kaiser Co. 213,800.00 7,400.00 7,500.00 206,400.00 Waale-Camplan Co. and Smith, Inc. 217,421.00 6,950.00 1,800.00 208,471.00 !' Contd next page. :[628 NAME Oppert & Fo~sberg MAIN BID POSSIBLE DEDUCTIONS 10,605.00 12,540.00 LESS ADDITIONS 2,550.00 3,580.00 NET BID $213,267.00 229,860.00 Wm. C. Crowell Co. $223,872.00 242,400.00 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer and Mr. Paul Kingsbury, Architect, for tabulation and report later in the meeting. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the portion of the Minutes of the re- gular meeting of December 16, 1947, reading: "Mayor Ormsby announced I this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for the hearing on the Sewer Improvement proposed by Resolution No.1725.", be amended to read as follows: "Mayor Ormsby announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for the adjourned hearing on the Sewer Im- provement p~oposed by Resolution No.1725.", and that the amendment to that portion of the Minutes of the adjourned regular session held November 10, 1947 which formerly read: "-----all said Resolutions ap- proving the Resolution of Intention NO.1724 of the City of Arcadia grant- , ing consent under the 1911 Act." and which was amended to read "----alJ. said Resolutions approving the Resolution of Intention No.1725 of the City of Arcadia granting consent under the 1911 pct." be approved. City Attorney Cornyn read a letter from A. M Rawn, Chief Engineer and General Manager of Sanitation District No.J.S of Los Angeles County, which is as follows: " The Honorable City Council of the City of Arcadia Ci ty Hall, Arcadia, California. Gentlemen: )" "-L ~ . '-, Pursuant to law and as authorized by the Board of Dir- ectors of Sanitation District No.IS of the County of Los Angeles, ~~r:~o?~~wfxtr1;ijh~!~ yt~~l~~{~~~ar::Ji~~!l*~1fi~~~f~ ~ t~~ t f'S~:~~f1- cations for Sanitary Sewer Improvements Assessment District No. w-43. Prior to the filing of said plans and specifications with your Honorable City Council I directed at what points and in what manner connections of the lateral and collecting sewer lines shown on said plans and specifications should be made to the main trunk sewer lines of or operated by the District. Said plans and specifications have been prepared pursuant to said directions and have been and are approved by me. This is to advise you that I have authorized and do authorize the making of said connections to sa1d main trunk sewer lines (including Santa Anita Outfa21 Sewer Line) at the points and in the manner shown in said plans and specifications. "It is expressly understood that the City of Arcadia may discharge into said main trunk sewer lines sanitary sewage and industrial wastes, but that nothing so discharged shall be of such character or composition as to tend to destroy or render.unsafe the District's main sewer trunk lines or interfere with the Distr1ct's treatment and disposal processes. I Yours very truly I (SIGNED) A. M. HAWN Chief Engineer and General Manager of Sanitation District No.l~ of the County of Los Angeles." City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1730 en- titled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,CALIFOR- NIA, ORDERING THE CONSTRUCTION OF CERTAIN SANITARY SEWERS AND APPURTEN- ANCES AND APPURTENANT WORK IN CERTAIN STREETS, ALLEYS, EASEMENTS AND PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, IN THE CITIES OF MONROVIA, PASADENA AND SIERRA MADRE AND IN UNINCORPORATED TERRITORY OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, AND ORDERING POSTING AND PUBLICATION OF NOTICES INVITING SEALED PROPOSALS OR BIDS." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No.1730 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Ru~sell NOES: None 9ity Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.174S I entitled: 'RESOLUTION DETERMINING THE GENERAL PREVAILING RATE FOR LEGAL HOLIDAY AND OVERTIME WORK IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, FOR CERTAIN CRAFTS OR TYPES OF WORKMEN." .. The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.174~ as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: .. AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None I 1.(l29 City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1746 en- titled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFOR- NIA, DIRECTING THAT WORK DONE PURSUANT TO.RESOLUTION NOS.1130 AND 172? OF SAID CITY COUNCIL BE DONE UNDER TEE DIRECTION AND TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE ENGINEER OF WORK." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Adcock moved the adoption of Resolution No.l746 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Treasurer requesting authority to transfer $35,000.00 from the active to the inactive account, in order that this sum of money may draw 3/4 of 1% interest. Motion by Councilman leeper that the request of the City Treasurer as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and that she be authoriz- ed to transfer the sum of $35,000.00 from the active to the inactive account. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES; Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES;. None Communication was presented from the Womans' CIMb of Arcadia call- ing attention to the condition of the Deodar trees bordering Huntington Drive and Colorado Blvd., which appear to be dying. Said communioation was referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and report. Communioations were presented from the Arcadia Safety Council, the Santa Anita Parent Teachers Assn., and the Chief of Police, recommending the installation of "SLOW-SCHOOL ZONE 15 MPH" signs at Santa Anita School. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the requests .as above set forth be and are hereby granted, and the Chief of Police be instructed and authorized to purChase the above. mentioned signs. Further, that the Chief of Police instruct the Crossing Guard to conduct children across both sides of Santa Anita Avenue at Santa Anita School. Communication was presented ~rom Mr. J. E. Petz requesting per- mission to remove a large Euoalyptus tree at the point where a new street will interseot Baldwin Avenue in Tr,act No.L4843, located on the West side of Baldwin Avenue and South of Lemon Ave. The City Engineer reported that this tree should come out when grading of this street is commenced. Motion by Counoilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously oarried, that J. E. Petz and Rufus Taylor be permitted ~o remove the above mentioned tree at their own expense, at such time as grading for this proposed street shall start. Communication was presented from Citrus Junior College requesting of the Reoreation Commission permission to use the City Baseball ground at Second and Huntington Drive, on March 18, 19 and 20th, for the Southern California Junior College Baseball Tournament. It was reported that this project had the approval of the Reoreation Commission. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seoonded by Counoilman Nugent and un- animously oarried, that the request of Citrus Junior College as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, provided they agree to leave the grounds and grandstands in a clean condition after conduting their tournament play. Communioation was presented from Kiwanis Club of Aroadia request- ing permission to use the Arcadia Chamberof Commeroe quarters for regular monthly meetings of the Board of Direotors. Communioation.was also presented from the Aroadia Chamber of Com- meroe requesting that the Kiwanis Club be granted this privilege. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously oarried, that the request of the Arcadia Kiwanis Club as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, provided their meetings oreate no conflict with other organizations. Communication was presented from the City Assessor requesting per- mission to oanoel taxes in the amount of $1292.23 on Assessments Nos. 2179, 2207 and 2207-E, sinoe this land is now owned by the State of California and is operated as an Arboretum. Motion by Councilman Leeper that the request of the City Assessor as set forth above be and is hereby granted, and that he be authorized to make the above mentioned oanoellation, subject to the written approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: :1630 AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Water Superintendent setting forth explanation and itemized statement Of olaims of various employees in the Water Department for pay covering overtime work during the.month of January 1948: John Herrin --------- 4 Louis Wolf ---------- 9 Orville L. Tulga ----24 Donald Ott ---------- 4 John Frazier ------- 11 John Markel -------- 24 Hours " " " n n . . ~ I Motion by Counoilman Russell that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said. overtime work on a straight time basis. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Adcook and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Ormsby and Russell NOES: Counc ilman Nugent Communioation was presented from the Culligan Soft Water Servioe regarding the problem of water disposal at its regenerating department. Mr. M. K. Hopkins presented two further communioations from Mark L. Moody, Los Angeles County Supervisor of the Culligan Soft Water Ser- vice, addressed to Mr. G. B. Watson, City Engineer, and ^. M. Rawn, Chief Engineer, Los Angeles County Sanitation District No.15, which the City Clerk read. The matter was referred to the City Attorney for investigation and report. Communication was read from Joseph Spurgeon presenting his re- signation as a member of the Planning Commission. Motion by Councilman lfugent, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the resignation of Joe Spurgeon as a member of the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia be accepted with regrets, and that the City Clerk be instructed to write Mr. Spurgeon thanking him for the services performed. Mayor Ormsby presented the .name of Thomas C. Sullivan for con- sideration for appointment as a member of the Planning 60mmission. Motion by Councilman Leepsr, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that Thomas C. Sullivan, of 255 W. Longden Ave. be appointed to the Planning Commission for the unexpired term created by the resignation of Joseph Spurgeon. Petition for annexation to the City of Arcadia of the State ~ California of oertain uninhabited territory, signed by Lee Davenport, :E:.'verett T. Holmes and Ida S. Holme a , was preaented. Sa id pet it ion made oertain requests regarding zoning of the territory proposed to be annex- ed. . I Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and I unanimously carried, that the petition be referred to the Planning Com- mission for investigation and recommendation, and the City Attorney be and is hereby instruoted to prepare the neoessary resolution of inten- tion in this matter. Communication was presented from the City Engineer presenting . two improvement.petitions signed by various property owners living on Alta and California Sts., Wherein they request their streets be improv- ed under the 1911 Act, such improvement being: on A1ta St., the install- ation of curb and oil maoadam shoulders; on California Street. on the North side between First Avenue and Santn Anita, the installation of . shoulders, concrete gutters and sidewalks. Motion by Counoilman Leeper that the City Engineer be and is hereby instruoted to proceed with the installation of the above mention- ed improvements, and further, that the Arcadia City School District be asked whether or. nor they desire to participate in this improvement on their property on the south side of Calif~rnia St. at this time. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as 'follows: AYES: Counoilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None I Applioations for Owners' Permit (Autos for hire, taxioabs) were presented from the Valley Cab Company and Joseph L. DeMoss, both to be limousines without taximeters. Said applioations were tabled pending the revision of the Taxioab Ordinanoe. Applioation for Owner's Permit (Autos for hire, taxicabs) oab with meter, was presented from the Arra Cab Company requesting per- - mission to deliver passengers at Santa Anita Race Traok and call.for. these same passengers. for the return trip to Pasadena and other points. City Attorney Cornyn ruled that inasmuch as they were not pick- I I 1.(;31 ing up passengers other than those who had engaged the taxicab outside the City limits of Arcadia, they did not require a license. Judge Ardene Boller spoke in favor of more strict regulation of taxicabs. Several operators of taxicabs and limousines spoke in favor of their own operations. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police request- ing authority to hire an emergency officer to replace Sergeant Shafer during his illness. The Chief was informed he was already empowered to hire tem- porary employees up to April I, 1948. Communication was presented from the Junior Chamber of Com- merce stating this organization was sponsoring the observance of Nation- al Boy Scout Week in Arcadia, and requesting permission for the Boy Scouts to use the lawn between the City Hall and Library buildings for demon-. stration of Boy Scout Work in the evenings of February 9th to February 14th inclusive. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the request of the Junior Chamber of Com- merce as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. Communication was presented from the Department of Recreation requesting permission to purchase a Record Player-speaker combination for use at Square Dances and other recreation purposes, and a four drawer steel filing cabinet, at a cost not to exceed $210.00 per both items. Motion by Councilman Leeper, that the request of the Depart- ment of Recreation as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on' Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Department of Recreation regarding the request of the Monrovia Motorcycle Club to lease certain City lands in the vicinity of Peck Road for a Motorcycle racing course. Said communication stated that the Motorcycle Club did not wish to come under the supervision of the Recreation Department and the Department, therefore, refused to make recommendation in the matter. Club. Mr. Knight.spoke in favor of the petition of the Motorcycle Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that since the Motorcycle Club did not wish to be under the supervision of the Department of Recreation that their petition be and is hereby denied. Mr. Paul Kingsbury, Architect, reported to the Council that a tabulation of the City Hall bids had been made, and suggested no further action be taken until the next regular meeting February 17, 1948. Communication was presented from the Department of Recreation recommending that the Recreation Director be permitted to attend the State Recreation Convention to be held in Fresno Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, and that he be permitted expenses not to exceed $35.00. Motion by Councilman Leeper that the recommendation of the De- partment of Recreation as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and the Recreation Director be authorized to attend said Convention with expenses paid not to exceed $35.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Department of Recreation setting forth the monthly report of activities, and a semi-annual budget report. Said communications were ordered placed on file. The City Clerk verbally reported that Ordinance No.200, Traffic Ordinace, was now out of print, and suggested that since this was an old Ordinance that the City Attorney be requested to prepare a revised new Ordinance so that copies could be printed for public distribution. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimOUSly carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to prepare a new Traffic Ordinance to replace Ordinance No.200. Mayor Ormsby stated that he had received complaints that the operation of the gas station on Huntington Drive West of the Howard Build- ing, is regarded by many as a nuisance; that it is also the opinion of many persons that the maintenance of that station is a bar to progress in the business section, and is a hindrance to the contemplated develop- ment of the block, that unless there was objection on the part of the Council the matter would be referred to the Planning Commission for in- :1632 vestigation and recommendation. No objections were voiced by the Council and the matter was referred to the Planning Commission for investigation. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1741 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A CERTAIN NO PARKING ZONE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA. " The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No.1741 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1742 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNDIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DE- SIGNATING PORTIONS OF A CERTAIN PUBLIC STREET IN SAID CITY AS A THROUGH HIGHWAY AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAINING OF "STOP SIGNS" ON A CERTAIN STREET INTERSECTING WITH SAID THROUGH HIGHWAY." The provis1ons of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1742 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: Councilman Adcock City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1743 I enti tIed: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT OF EASEMENT TO THE SOUTHERN California EDISON COMPANY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No.1743 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution NO.1744 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING CERTAIN DEED OF DEDICATION OF EASEMENT FOR STREET AND HIGHWAY PURPOSES IN OVER AND ALONG CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Adcock moved the adoption of Resolution.No.1744 as read. Said mot10n was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented Ordinance No.691 for its second reading. I Objection was made regarding the possible change of setback lines that would be established by the passage of this Ordinance. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that action be postponed on Ordinance No.691 until it had been referred to the Planning Commission for its investi- gation and recommendation in the matter of setback lines. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.692 enti tIed: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA MAKING A CONDITIONAL VARIANCE TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, AS AMENDED PURSUANT TO SECTION 25 THERE- OF.". be given its second and final reading. .Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None I The title of said Ordinance having been read there ~as a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the C1ty Council waive .the .final reading of the body of Ordinance No.692. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.692. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried. on Roll Call as follows: :1633 as follows: ---- AYES:. Councilmen Adcock., Leeper, N.ugent,. Ormsby and Russell NOEs: None Motion by Councilman Nugen~, that proposed Ordinance 1'10.693 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF-THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING SECTIONS 9 AND 10 OF ORDINANCE 1'10.439 OF SAID CITY, .ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None . ....... The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nug~nt, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance 1'10.693. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance 1'10.693. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Council~en Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Leeper, that proposed Ordinance 1'10.694 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING ORDINANCE NO.515 OF SAID CITY ADOPTED JUNE 6, 1944, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE 1'10.685, ADOPTED DECEMBER 16, 1941.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.694. Motion by Councilman Adcock, that proposed Ordinance No.695 en- titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE 1'10.303 OF SAID CITY BY ADDING THREE NEW SECTIONS TO BE KNOWN AND NUMBEBED SECTION BE, SECTION 8F AND SECTION 8G, PROHIBITING PARKING OF VEHICLES ON CERTAIN STREETS OR IN FRONT OF A FIRE HYDRANT IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA. ", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper,. Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None - Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimOUSlY carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized to call for bids on gasoline requirements for the City use for the year end- ed February 1949. Coun.ai.lma.n Russa" annouDned tbel'A vou, rl he .... meat1.n.a of' t-.he . , -~ : _~___ u_ 1____ ---T ~~.~~W~ uuv vvdtl~~~ _~~~Lftg. - Motion by Councilman Adcock that the sum of $25.00 be allowed for the entertainment of the Firemens Association of the San Gabriel Valley which is to be the guest of the local Fire Department. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen Adcock,Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell . NOES. None Motion by Councilman Adcock that the Personnel Board be request- ed to call for an ex~m1nation for the position of Engineer in the Fire ~i Department, at a salary of $215.00 to $230.00 per month. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on ~oll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None ~ ~ . Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by COUnciIman Nugent and, unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and tbe City Clerk be and be is bereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders cover1n8: ~ Police Dept. --------- 1996 Street Dept. ~-------- 2085 to 2087 Incl. ~i~A nA~~ ___________ ~,~~ ~- n~~~ L6M Motion by Councilman Nugent, that Warrants Nos.991 to 1101 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Co~tte~, be ap- proved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are here- by authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Rugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried, that the meeting adjourn. .~ - 71:t L/rp.~ - Mayor ") ATTEST: ,e/~ City Clerk ,.- Council Chambers~ City Hall, Arcadia, California February 17, 194~, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Ormsby preSiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Oouncilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of January 20, 1948, be and the same are hereby ~pproved. Mayor Ormsby announced this was the time and place set for the opening of bids for the construction of a bridge across Santa Anita Wash on Colorado Blvd., whereupon the City Clerk opened and read bids as follows: BIDDERS NAME REMOVE EARTHWORJII STRUCTURE CLASS itA" EXISTING 6700 CU.YDS EXCAV. PORTLAND CONSTRUCTION @ 580 CU YDS.CEMENT CO) LUMP SUM @ 325 CU.YU €I $ 1,713.00 $ .56 $1.50 $ 45.00 3,000.00 .80 1.75 41.00 4.600.00 .45 2.00 49.00 Clifford C. Bong Byerts /f..Dunn TO-CI l:l ~+_+~'U.s::. &. ~c._Co", " Said bids and report at the March 2, 1948. were referred to the"City Engineer for.tabulat1on ,--~ next regular meeting of the City Council' to be held Mayor Or~sby QDAounced this vapth~ time and place set for the opening of bids for gas.ol1xi:e I'etiU"!p~ml:ii:).t~ 'fo-x' ''the City of Arcadia for the period from February 18, 194B to F~ary 'la, 1949, ~hereupon the ~ City Clerk opened and read bids as follows: PATHFINDER PETROLEUM COMPANY Pathfinder Ethyl Gas6~ine --------------$ Pathfinder Pioneer Gasoline------------ .1752~ per Gallon .1652. " . .' ... .~- I' \ , . I. BIDDERS NAME Clifford C. Bong Byerts ~ Dunn Jas.R.Matthews & Exc.Co. !.. V. Mulherron l-t. M. Saliba Co. Th~ Contractoring Engineers !:v.c1dock Company R. :r-;. Campbell F," '.: '" Case Co. Oborg Bros. Hervey L. Rose Sivrra Construction boo - ,---- l REI.lOVE EARTHWORl'l STRUCTURE CLASS "An CONCRETE REINFORCING ST.ue? MISCL. IRON & EXISTING 6700 CU.YDS EXCAV. PORTLAND CURB & GUTTER STEEL 66,000 STEEL STEEL CONSTRUCTION @ 580 CU YDS.CEMENT CONC.1210 LIN.FT POUNDS @ LBS. " 570 LBI LUMP SUM @ 325 CU.YDS @ @ @ ! $ .30 $ 1,713.00 $ .56 $1.50 $ 45.00 $ 1.50 $ .10 $ .1 3,000.00 .80 1.75 41. 00 3.00 .08 .30 .Co. 4,600.00 .45 2.00 49.00 1.60 .09 .50 3,500.00 .75 4.00 42.00 2.25 .10 .40 . 850.00 .65 3.50 48.00 1.80 .11 . .50 gineers Co. 1,000.00 1.00 3.00 55.00 2.50 .11 .60 l,500.00 .62 !l-.10 60.00 1.70 .10 .37 1,500.00 1.90 4.60 50.00 2.20 .10 .40 1,750.00 1.00 4.00 57.00 3.00 .1175 5 .50 3,000.00 1.50 4.00 60.00 2.10 .09 2 .40 1,300.00 1.60 5.70 75.00 2.50 .12 '13 .30 boo 1,700.00 1.45 4.00 85.00 2.00 .13 1163 .38 MaYor ~ ~ ~EL ASPH.corrc. BAfIK 12"CORF. 24" CORR. 4B"cORR. lo1ISCL. CALENDAR DAYS (LING PA VEMENT PROTE<rr ON METAl PIPE NETAL PIPE METAL PIPE ITEMS TOTAL FOR COMPLETIOJ l tIN 600 TONS 65 cu ros 42 UN. FT 76 LIN. FT. 192 LIN.FT OF WORK ,@ @ @ G @ @ LUMP 3.00 $5.00 SUM ~ 30)0 $ 2,.00 $ 4.00 $11.50 $ 600.00 $58,885.00 240 3.00 6.00 35.30 2.50 4.00 10.00 500.00 60,753.00 270(dependlng on steel delivery: 3.50 5.33 24.)0 2.00 5.00 12.50 500.00 62,286.50 275 3.00 4.85 40.)0 3.00 5.50 13.00 600.00 63,463.50 180 3.70 6.30 30,)0 3.50 6.00 13.00 1,000.00 64,659.70 250 . I B.OO 5.00 I 35.00 2.50 4.00 10.00 1,000.00 68,664.00 280 8.00 4-.50 30.00 1.80 3.70 9.20 2,000.00 69,141.10 225 I 5.00 6.00 I 9.00 750.00 72,901. 00 300 1'30.00 5.00 7.50 6.00 6.00 40.00 3.00 7.00 13.00 1,000.00 73,920.00 315 9.00 7.00 ,60.00 5.00 6.00 10.00 2,000.00 80,454.00 250 I 0.00 6.30 '45.00 3.00 6.50 17.00 1,000.00 88,666.00 270(or 90 days af~ 9.40 8.35 steel del1ver31 . 40.00 5.18 7.32 14.00 2,000.00 97,880.88 300(Discrepancy , U in Item#IO) , I I 1.635 TIDh'WATER ASSOCIATED OIL COMPANY "A" G Ii $ Flying aso ne ------------------- Arotane Gasoline ---------------------- .194 Per Gallon 9 " .17 RICHFIELD OIL CORPORATION Hi-Octane(first grade non-premium ----- Richfield Ethyl ----------------------- STANDARD OIL COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA Chevron Gasoline ---------------------- .174 .189 " ." .184 " GENERAL PETROLEUM CORPORATION Mobilegas Special --------------------- Mobilegas Regular --------------------- " .188 .173 " UNION OIL COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA "7600" Gasoline ----------------------- "76" Gasoline ------------------------- " .199 .174 " Said bids were referred to the City Clerk for tabulation and report. Mayor Ormsby announced the Council would recess for a short period.of time. Upon reconvening of the meeting the City Clerk reported that the bid of the Pathfinder Petroleum Company was low. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the bid of the Pathfinder Petro- leum Company for gasoline reguirements for the City of Arcadia for the period from February IS, 1948 to February 18, 1949, be and is hereby accepted, subject to the conditions contained in said bid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign the contract with the Pathfinder Petroleum Company on behalf of the City of Arcadia. All other bids are hereby rejected. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Mayor Ormsby announced this was the time and place for the re- consideration of bids for the construction of the City Hall. I Motion by Councilman Leeper that any alternate bids not to open- ed or considered and that the bid of Louis Geisler Company, being the lowest bidder in the amount of $174,800.00 be and is hereby accepted, and the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized to sign a contract on behalf of the City of Arcadia with Louis Geisler Company, it being understood by the Council that the building shall be completed within 180 calendar days. jaid motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Mayor Ormsby asked if there was anyone in the audi~nce who desired to be heard at this time. Mr. Dixson protested the painting of the curbs in red prohibit- ing parking on First Avenue between St. rr.oseph St. and the Santa Fe tracks. The matter was referred to the Safety Commission of the City of Arcadia for consideration and recommendation. Communication was read from the Arcadia City School District stating that they found it impossible to improve the south side of California st. between Santa Anita and First Avenue at this time. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communications were presented from the Sheriff's Auxiliary Mounted posse Troop No.5 and J. M. Burns, Captain Temple City Station of the County of Los Angeles Sheriff's Office, requesting a lease for ~ a lease for a porticnof City land formerly comprising the City Dump. Said communications were referred to the Street Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Junior Chamber of Commerce requesting permission to hold a public dance on February 21, 1948, at the Masonic Temple on South Santa Anita Avenue. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the request of the Junior Chamber of Commerce as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. Communication was presented from Harold Johnson, Architect, re- questing permission to construct a temporary cesspool on Lot 10, Tract No.6925. where there is under construction a store building for the J.C. Penny Co. 1.636 The City Engineer reported he saw no objection to the cesspool, provided the owners of the property agree to connect to the sewers upon their completion. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the request of Harold Johnson as set forth above, be and ia hereby granted, provided said property is connected with the sewers as soon as this can be done. Communication was presented from Henry Grobmeier requesting the. extension for a period of one year of the lease for certain City pro- perty which he has with the City of.~rcadia. Motion by Councilman Nugent~ that the request of Henry Grobmeier as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized to enter into an e~tenstan of this lease with Henry Grobmeier for a period of one year on the same terms and conditions as the present lease. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from A. L. Leaverenz requesting the City lease him certain land for the purpose of storing equipment and materials. . Said communication was referred to the street Committee and the City Engineer for investigation and report. Communication was presented from Louis J. Simon, Jr., regard- ing the flow of flood waters on Camino Real. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer for in- vestigation and report. Communication was presented from J. M. Moriarty requesting per- mission to remove two trees at 1616 Baldwin AVe. . Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the George Elkins Company re- questing permission to construct two signboards on their property at the corner of Foothill Blvd. and Santa Anita Avenue directing attention to their "Santa Anita Highlands" subdi vidion. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the request of the George Elkins Company be and is hereby granted for a period of two years from date, prOVided they comply vith all Ordinances and regulations governing the construction of signboards. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as fOllows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from Harvey Moss, Jr., requesting permission to construct a prefabricated building on the lot behind the Fire Station on Baldwin Avenue, for the use of Boy Scout Troop No.5. Said communication was referred to the Fire Chief for investi- gation and report. Communication vas presented from Gene A. Spranger and Kent E. Kiester requesting permission to install and operate a portable auto- matic ice vending machine on a vacant lot at the Southwest corner of First Avenue and LaPorte St. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the request of Gene A. Spranger and Kent E. Kiester as set forth above, be and is hereby granted for a period of not to exceed one year. Communication was presented from the Culligan Soft Water Ser- vice requesting permission to allow a volume of water to flow into the gutter on First Avenue in front of their plant, for a period of fifteen to thirty minutes per day, such water being a necessary part of their operations since their cesspool is inadequate to take care of this excess flow. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that tpe request of the Culligan Soft Water Service as set forth above, be and is hereby granted for a period of sixty days, provided that it be done at times and in a manner agree- able to the City Engineer and outside of school hours. Communication was presented from Searles & Searles, Agents for Mary C. Longley, requesting an extension until April 1950 for the vari- ance of zoning on Lots 71, 72, 73 and 74 of Tract No.13188. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Russell and I I I I I 1.637 unanimously carried, that the ma~ter be taken under consideration. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Safety Council re- commending that Camino Real at its intersection with the Wash be dragged and leveled and "SLOW-DIP" reflector signs be installed at each side of the Wash. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Engineer be and is hereby instruct- ed to have the Wash dragged at its intersection with Camino Real, and that he install the above mentioned safety signs. Communication was presented from the Chamber of Commerce recom- mending that adequate street markers be-placed at important intersections in the City so that people may be able to find their way much easier than at present. Said communication was referred to the Street Committee for in- vestigation and report. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia recommending for denial the petition of Lee Davenport and Everett T. and Ida S. Holmes for annexation to the City of Arcadia of the North 125 feet of the East 234 feet of Lot 8, Block G of Santa Anita Land Company Tract, which they had requested be placed in Zone C-l. City Attorney Cornyn informed the Council it was required to hold a public hearing in this matter, whereupon he presented and read in full Resolution No.1747 entitled: '~ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ANNEX CERTAIN UNINHABIT- ED TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA DESIGNATED AS "WEST ARCADIA ANNEX NO.3", GIVING NOTICE OF THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION AND DESCRIBING THE BOUNDARIES OF THE TERRITORY PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED." The conditions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Adcock moved the adoption of Resolution No.1747 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia making recommendation for setback lines on that portion of Baldwin Avenue between the abandoned Southern Pacific Railroad righ~- of-way, and the existing C-2 zone at Duarte Rd. Said communication was tabled. Motion by Councilman Nugent" that proposed Ordinance No.691 en- titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, RECLASSIFYING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY IN SAID CITY FOR ZONING PUR- POSES AND ESTABLISHING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE C-l OF SAID CITY AS DEFINED IN ORDINANCE No.439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.691. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.691. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Planning Commission regard- ing the operation of the gasoline station on Huntington Drive West of the Howard BUilding, stating that the Commission agrees that the present use is probably not the best for the district, but it is legal for the zone, and it is the opinion of the planning Commission that any encroachment on the sidewalk is a matter for Police action. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia recommending for final approval map of proposed Tract No. 15038, located in Santa Anita Village on Altura Road. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the.City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of proposed Tract No.15038 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval 1638 and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improve- ments in said Tract No.15038,. pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 307 of said City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia, recommending for final approval final map of pro- posed Tract No.11026 located in the Churchill Tract on Pamela Road. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock I and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of proposed Tract No.11026 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient. Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No.11026 pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No.307 of said City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia recommending for tentative approval tentative map of proposed Tract No.10725 located in Santa Anita Highlands on Wilson Avenue, subject to the construction of the storm drain along the North side of the Tract as required by the City Engineer. Motion by Councilman Russell that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be and is hereby accepted, and that tentative map of p~oposed Tract No.10725 be given tentative approval, subject to the cont1nuation of the storm drain along the .North side of the Tract .as recommended by the City Engineer. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia recommending for disapproval tentative map of a pro- posed Tract on Eighth Avenue south of Norman Avenue, on the grounds that the street is too narrow and the lots too shallow. Motion by Councilman Russell that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be and is hereby accepted and the tentative map of said Tract be and is hereby disapproved. Said motion was .seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen AdCOCK, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES:.None Communication was presented from the Fire Chier requesting perm1ssion to hold a meeting of the San Gabriel Valley Firemens Associ- ation in the Council Chambers on Wednesday evening; February 18, 1948. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the request of the Fire Chier as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. Communication was presented from the City Clerk requesting the sum of $35.00 be appropriated to. help defray the costs of the Municipal Finance Officers Association of Southern California meeting to be held ~ in Arcadia on February 27, 1948. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the City Clerk be and is hereby granted, and the sum of $35.00 be and is appropriated for the purpose set forth above. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recom- mending that Officer Richard Williams be given the maximum pay for Patrolman effective March 1st, since he viII have completed a year's service in the Department at that time. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the recommendation of the Chief of Police as set forth above, he and is hereby accepted and Officer Richard Williams be given maximum pay under the current salary Resolution for the position of Patrolman, effective March 1, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recom- I I I I I 1.fl39 mending that Acting Sergeant Peterson be given the pay of sergeant, since he is performing those duties and has those responsibilities imposed upon him. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communication was prese~ted from the Chief of Police recom- mending officers in the Police Department wear shoulder emblems, and setting forth a schedule of prices for various quantities of such emblems. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the Chief of Police be and is hereby authorized to purchase said emblems at a cost not to exceed $175.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing that the alleys in the rear of stores fronting on Huntington Drive be bladed down and chuck holes filled so that cars can drive to the rear of stores in order to park on the back part of store lots. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police cat ling attention to the hazards now existing at the intersection of Wheeler St. and Santa Anita Avenue, and at the alley between Wheeler St. and Huntington Dr. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer for in- vestigation and report. Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising that the alley south of Duarte Road and East of Baldwin Avenue, and paid for by the citizens of that vicinity, has been completed according to plans and specifications of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the above mentioned alley is hereby ac- cepted and made a part of the street system of the City of Arcadia. Communication vas presented from the City Engineer adVising of the completion of sewers, grading, curbs,gutters and paving in Tract No.14339 according to plans and specif!cations of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Cduncilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the above mentioned work in Tract No.14339 be and is hereby accepted, and is hereby made a part of the sewer and street systems of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the City Engineer reporting on the condition of the Deodar trees on Huntington Drive and stating he saw no reason for alarm at this time over their condition. Said communication was placed on file and the City Clerk re- quested to send a copy of this letter to the Womans Club of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Building Material Co. and the Small Animal Hospital requesting permission to construct at their own expense a crossover on Santa Anita Avenue between the Pacific Electric tracks and the Santa Fe Railroad tracks. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the request of the Arcadia Building Material Co. and the Small Animal Hospital as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, provided that said crossover be constructed at their expense and under the supervision of the City Engineer. Communication was presented from F. H. Hunter et al protest- ing certain unsanitary conditions existing on a lot located at approxi- mately 300 ~. Duarte Road, owned by a person named Fullmer. Said communication was referred to the Police Chief and the Chief of the Fire Department for investigation, enforcement of Ordinances and report. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1748 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING BOND TO GUARANTEE THE COST OF IMPROVEMENTS AND THE TIME OF COMPLETION THEREOF IN TRACT NO.13872." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No.1748 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Leeper, that proposed Ordinance No.694 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMEND- 1.640 ING ORDINANCE NO.515 OF SAID CITY ADOPTED JUNE 6, 1944, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE ND.685, ADOPTED DECEMBER 16, 1947.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final read- I ing of the body of Ordinance No.694. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Ordinance No.694. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Adcock, that proposed Ordinance No.695 en- ti tIed. "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING ORDINANCE NO.303 OF SAID CITY BY ADDING THREE NEW SECTIONS TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUMBERED SECTION 8E, SECTION 8F AND SECTION 8G, PROHIBIT- ING PARKING OF VEHICLES ON CERTAIN STREETS OR IN FRONT OF A FIRE HYDRANT IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.695. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.695. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell add carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.696 en- titled. "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING ORDINANCE No.630 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED FEBRUARY 18, 1947, BY ADDING THREE NEW SECTIONS THERETO TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUMBERED SA, 13C AND 13D, be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented communication from the Adjutant General's office of the State of California, stating it was the policy of the headquarters to make armory quarters available when not requir- ed by the National Guard Units, for civic or publiC purposes, with the only requirement that a rental sufficient to cover the cost of oper- ation be charged. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to prepare a conveyance for the transfer of certain City land as pre- viously designated by theCouncil and consisting of approximately two acres within the new Civic Center site, to the State of California for the construction by the State of an Armory thereon. City Attorney Cornyn presented a communication from Daniel G. Marshall of the law firm of Burke Marshall & Burke, reporting on the outcome of the trial of the case Petrovich vs. Arcadia, and recommend- ing that the City of Arcadia appeal this case. Mr. Cornyn reported that Mr. Marshall had made offer to appeal this decision without Tee unless the appeal were successful. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the City Attorney and Burke Marshall and Burke be authorized to appear from the decision of the Superior Court in the case of Martin Petrovich versus City of Arcadia, and that the appeal be handled and the fees of Burke, Marshall and Burke be allowed on the basis of their letters to the Cquncil of February 3, 1948. Mr. Paul Kingsbury, Architect, requested that he be authorized to submit to the Council at a later meeting the name of a qualified Inspector to be approved for the inspection of the new City Hall. I I I , ! '~-." ..... . ~ . .... ... .-...... ~~... . . . ~ ... G. E. KERNS 5574 Atlantic Long Beach, Calif. BID SCHEDULE (Covering itemized list of Work Items, Un! t Prices, and Total amount of Bid) Item Approx I Unit No. Desilmation ~t1 tv I Unit Price Amount 1 Crushed Rock or Gravel, Re- I 50 I Cu. Yd. 10.00 500.00 placing unsatisfactory subgrade I matsrial, complete in place 2 6-Inch Standard Strength House Connection sewer, Complete 127,340 Lin. Ft. 4.00 509,360.00 3 8-Inch Standard Strength Sewer Line, Complete 345,620 Lin. Ft. 4.25 I 1,468.885.00 4 lO-Inch Standard Strength Sewer Line, Complete 2,820 Lin. Ft. 5.00 14,100.00 5 6-Inch Extra Strength House Connection Sewer, Complete 18,930 Lin. Ft. 4.50 85,185.00 6 8-Inch Extra Strength Sewer Line, Complete 36,680 Lin. Ft. 5.00 183,400.00 7 Standard Manhole, Complete l,l22 EaCh 250.00 280,500.00 8 "unction Manhole, Complete 142 Each 250.00 35,500.00 9 Drop ~ole, Complete 22 Each 300.00 6,600.00 , 8-Inch Cast-Iron Sewer Line t 10 + Under Railroad Track, ; Complete I 250 Lin. Ft. 30.00 7,500.00 11 6 by 48-Inch Concrete Valley I Gutter, Complete I 1,218 Lin. Ft. 3.00 3,654.00 12 Concrete Encasement for I I Sewer Pipe, Complete in place I 10 Cu. Yd. 50.00 500.00 13 6-Inch Saddle Connection to Existing Sewer Line, Complete 59 Each 10.00 590.00 14 Connection to Existing Manhole Complste 11 Each 100.00 l,lOO.OO 15 Drop coanection to Existing Manhole, Complete 3 Each 200.00 600.00 TOTAL AMOUNT $2,597,974.00 NOTE: All amounts and total given in the Bid Schedule will be subject to verification by the owner. Iil case of variation between the unit price and totals shown by bidder, the unit price will be considered to be his bid. .. . .....- -..- .. ,~ . P. & J. ARTUKOVICH, INC. AND BEBEE: & BmlCH 13305 S. San Pedro st. Los Angeles 3, Cali forma BID SC,BEOOLE (Covering itemized list of Work Items, Unit Prices, and Total Amount of Bid) Item Approx Unit No. Desi"nation Quantitv Unit Price Amount 1 Crushed Rock or Gravel, Re- placing unsatisfactory 6ubgrade material, complete in place 50 Cu. Yd. 1.50 75.00 2 6-Inch standard Strength House Connection Sewer, Complet 127,340 Lin. Ft. 3.75 477,525.00 3 B-Inch Standard Strength Sewer Line, Complete 345,620 Lin. Ft. 4.35 1,503,447.00 4 lQ-Inch Standard Strength Sewer Line, Complete 2,820 Lin. Ft. 6.00 16,920.00 5 6-Inch Extra Strength House Connection Sewer, Complete 18,930 Un. Ft. 5.00 94,650.00 6 8-Inch Extra Strength Sewer Line, complete 36,680 Lin. Ft. 5.75 210,910.00 7 Standard Manhole, Complete 1,l22 Each 200.00 280,500.00 8 Junction Manhole, Complete 142 Each 275.0lil 39,050.00 9 Drop Manhole, Complete 22 Each 300.08 6,600.00 10 8-Inch Cast-Iron Sewer Line Under Ra~lroad Track, Complete 250 Lin. Ft. 25.00 6,250.00 11 6 by 48-!nch Concrete Vslley Gutter, Complete 1,218 Lin. Ft. 3.00 3,654.00 12 Concrete Encasement for Sewer Pipe, Complete in place 10 Cu. Yd. 20.00 I 200.00 13 6-Inch Saddle Connection to Existing Sewer Line, Complete 59 Each 25.00 1,475.00 14 Connection to Existing Manhole Complete 11 Each 60.00 660.00 15 Drop connection to Existing Manhole, Complete 3 Each 100.00 300.00 TOTAL A)l)UNT $2,642.216.00 NOTE: All am:>unts and total given in the Bid Schedule will be subject to verification by the ownElr. In case of variation between the unit price and totals shown by bidder, the unit price will be considered to be his bid. - , .-- .. ..F-f'.\" _ ARWKOVICH BROS. &. V.C.K. 16200 S. Atlantic Ave. Paramount, California CONSTR. CO. BID SUtlJ!a)uLE (Covering itemized list of Work Items, Unit Prices, and Total Amount of Bid) Item Approx Unit No. DesiRnation : Quantitv Unit Price Amount I Crushed Rock or Gravel, Re- placing unsatisfactory subgrade material, complete in place 50 Cu. Yd. 4.00 200.00 2 6-Inch Standard Strength House Connection Sewer, Complete 127,340 Lin. Ft. 4.00 509,360.00 3 8-Inch Standard Strength Sewer Line, Complete 345,620 Lin. Ft. 4.47 1,544,921.40 4 Ie-Inch Standard Strength Sewer Line, Complete 2,820 Lin. Ft. 7.00 19,740.00 5 6-Inch Extra Strength House Connection Sewer, Complete 18,930 Lin. Ft. 6.00 113,580.00 6 8-Inch Extra Strength Sewer Line, Complete 36,680 Lin. Ft. 7.00 256,760.00 7 Standard Manhole, Complete l,l22 Each 170.00 190,740.oo 8 Junction Manhole, Complete 142 Each 170.00 24,140.00 9 Drop Manhole, Complete 22 Each 250.00 5,500.00 10 8-Inch Cast-Iron Sewer Line Under Railroad Track, Complete 250 Lin Ft. 30.00 7,500.00 11 6 by 48-Inch Concrete Valley Gutter, Complete 1,218' Lin. Ft. 2.25 2,740.50 , 12 Concrete Encasement for Sewer Pipe, Complete in place 10 Cu Yd 30.00 300.00 13 6-Inch Saddle Connection to Existing Sewer Line, Complete 59 Each 10.00 590.00 14 Connection to Existing Manhole Complete 11 Each 80.00 880.00 15 Drop connection to Existing Manhole, Complete 3 Each 125.00 375.00 TO~ AMOUNT $2,677,326.90 NOTE: All amounts and total given in the Bid Schedule will be subject to verification by the owner. In case of variation between the unit price and totale shown by bidder, the unit price will be considered to be his bid. TOTAL AM)UNT $ 2,596,243.00 NOTE: All amounts and total given in the Bid Schedule will be subject to verification by the owner. In case ot variation between the unit price and totals shown by bidder. the unit price will be considered to be his bid. 1. (142 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California March 2, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Ormsby presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the ~tlnutes of the regular meeting of February 17, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. The City Clerk called attention of the Council to an omission in the Minutes of the regular meeting of February 3 ,1948, and request- ed that the first sentence in the letter of A. M. Rawn as addressed to this City Council be amended to read as follows: " Pursuant to law and as authorized by the Board of Directors of Sanitation District No.l~ of the County of Los Angeles, I, as Chief Engineer and General Manager of such ilistrict, have heretofore examined the City of Arcadia plans and specifications designated, respectively, "Plan No.C-171" and "Specifications for Sanitary Sewer Improvements Assessment District No.W-43". Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the request of the City Clerk as set forth above be and is hereby granted, and the ~tinutes of the regular meeting held February 3, 1948 be and are hereby amended as set forth above. The hour of 8:00 o'clock P.M., March 2, 1948, having arrived, the ~ayor announced that this is the time and place fixed for the open- ing of sealed bids or proposals for that certain work and improvement described in Resolution No.1725 of this City Council and which was order- ed by Resolution No.1730 of this City Council. I The Clerk announced that a notice inviting sealed bids or pro- po~als for doing said work, as ordered by said Resolution No.1730, was posted in accordance with the terms of said Resolution No.1730 and pur- suant to law and that said notice was published in the Arcadia Tribune and in the Sierra Madre News in accordance with the terms of said Re- solution No.1730 and pursuant to law. The CI~rk presented affidavits of such publication and posting. The City Clerk stated that four sealed bids or proposals for said work and improvement were delivered to him and were on file. Thereupon said bids or proposals were presented to the City Council and were publicly opened, examined and declared: The bid schedule of each such bid or proposal together with the name and address of each bidder is as follows: I r-_, "'1\"'" , I I I I I I . 1641 Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of Mr. Kingsbury as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the City Engineer be and is here- by authorized to construct a garage on the ~econd Avenue City Water lands, at a cost not to exceed $4000.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent that the City Engineer and the City Attorney be and are hereby authorized to enter into negotiations with the G. E. Kinsey Operating Co. for the purchase of fifteen feet of land on Lot 25, Block 74~ Santa Anita Tract, now occupied in part by the pre- sent Police Garage. Motion by Councilman Russell that ~he recommendation of the Water Superintendent regarding the conversion of deep well turbines for 60 cycle operation as set forth below, be and is hereby accepted, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized to enter into contract for and on behalf of the City of Arcadia with the Southern Culifornia Edison Company for such conversions and/or conversion allow- ances, as listed below: To convert the following deep well turbines, at their own expense by de-staging or trimming impeller. 1 - Byron Jackson Submersible Serial No.166441 - West side of Michillinda Ave., 3/4 mile south of Colorado Blvd. 2 - Byron Jackson Submersible Well No.3 - Serial No.186270 3 - Layne and Bowler Well No.4 - Serial No.12069 4 - Byron Jackson Well No.8, Lot 46, Corto Road, Serial No.217~92 5 - Johnson - del Rio Well - Serial No.4763 That the City of Arcadia accept the conversion allowance and re- lease the Southern California Edison Co. from any liability on the follow- ing deep well turbines: 1 - Peerless Well No.1 - Serial No.7376 2 - Byron Jackson E. Walnut Well - Serial No.97218 3 - Layne and Bowler Well No.2A - Serial No.3585 4 - Layne & Bowler Well West Walnut Well - Serial No.8759 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the Water Superintendent be and is hereby authorized to do certain work to make Rancho Well No.8 an all weather plant, eliminating the pumphouse, at a cost not to exceed $200.00. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized to return the bidders check of the Byron Jackson Pump Co., posted as bond for the installation of a No.8 Pump, installed on Lot 46, on Corto Road. The Valley Cab Company verbally requested that action be taken upon their application for a taxicab (limousine), presented to the Council at 1ts regular meeting held February 3, 1948. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the request of the Valley Cab Company be and is hereby granted and they be permitted to operate the car d~scribed in the1r application as a limousine. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Police Dept. --------- 1997 Fire Dept. ----------- 2180 Water Dept. --------~- 2403 to 24~0 Incl. Motion by Councilman Leeper, that Warrants Nos.1102 to 1156 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on . Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ATTE?~e ~~ elL.)' li lerK 011. 7/~ Mayor I I 1.643 Motion by Councilman Nugent that said bids or proposals be re- ferred to the City Engineer and Engineer of Work for checking and re- commendations. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that all bids heretofore submitted covering the construction of a bridge over Santa Anita Wash on Colorado Blvd., be and the same are hereby rejected except the bid of Clifford C. Bong and the contract therefore be and the same is hereby awarded to said Clifford C. Bong in accordance with his bid ~ the amount of $58,885.00, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign such contract on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that inasmuch as the Louis F. Geisler Company has entered into a contract with the City of Arcadia for the construction of a City Hall in accordance with the terms of their bid submitted, that all other bids for the construction of a City Hall be and are hereby re- jected. and the City Clerk is instructed to notify each bidder and to return their bid bonds to them. Mayor Ormsby announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for the hearing of protests reganding the change of grade on Colorado Blvd., as set forth in Resolution of Intention No.1740. No written protests were filed or verbal protests presented. The matter was referred to the City Attorney for the preparation of the necessary Ord~nance. Communication was presented from Jesse H. James calling attention to an error in Ordinance No.528 which reads in part: "bungalow court" instead of "bungalow hotel" as petitioned. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to prepare the necessary amendment to Ordinance No.528 making the correc- tion in the language thereof. Communication was presented from Lee Davenport, Everett T. Holmes and Ida S. Holmes stating that they; the petitioners, consent to the es- .tablishing of a setback line of the 20 feet Westerly from and parallel .to the Easterly property line of that portion of Lot 8, Block G of Santa Anita Land Company Tract, which they have petitioned to have annexed to the City of Arcadia. Said communication was ordered placed in the pending file. The claim of Hattie Parker against the City of Arcadia for the sum of $1474.00 for injuries sustained in a fall on the North side of Diamond St., approximately midway in the block between First AVenue and Santa Anita Ave., in the City of Arcadia, on November 24, 1947, was pre- sented. Said claim was referred to the City Attorney for investigation and report. Commur~cation was read from W. P. Sorenson requesting permission to run an electric line from his house underground to an ~ison pole acposs the street at 2501 S. Sixth Ave. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the matter be referred to the City Engineer for investigation and report, with power to act. Communication was presented from L. A. Beckstrom of the Arcadia Lumber Company, requ~sting permission to establish a crossover through the parkway on ~Anita Avenue in front of the lumber Yard located at 214 N. Santa Anita Ave., and offering to do said construction at their expense. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by CounCilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the request of L. A. Beckstrom be and is here- by granted, provided such cutover through~e parkway be constructed under the supervision of the City Engineer and at the expense of the Arcadia Lumber Co. Communication was presented from the Arcadia City School District requestin8 that the Council state its intentions regarding the changing of zone for the proposed School site comprised of those portions of Lots 3, 4, and 7 of Block 95, of Santa Anita Tract, if the School District acquires title to the above mentioned properties. A proposed letter setting forth the favorable position of the Council was presented. 1.f;44 Motion by Councilman Leeper that the letter submitted for the approval of the City Council be and is hereby approved., and the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized and directed to sign said letter on be- half of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen ..dcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES; None I Communication was presented from Gerber & Bear, Detectives, re- questing permission to operate a Merchants Petrol system in the City of ArcaGl!ha. Sa1d communication was referred to the Police Committee for in- vestigation and report. Communication was presented from Dwight R. Stoner suggesting the name of Mr. Mario Palmieri for consideration as Inspector during the period of construction of the City Hall. Communication was also presented from Paul Kingsbury, Architect, requesting permission to suggest the name of a qualified Inspector and recommending the Smith-Emery Company as the Testing Laboratory for test- ing of materials. The City Attorney announced he had prepared a Resolution making appointment of the Inspector. Said communications were ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board, submitting the lists of eligibles in the order of their final percentages, for the positions of Equipment Operator-Laborer in the Street Department and Office Engineer. I Motion by Councilman Nugent that the first three named on the eligible list for Equipment Operator-Laborer be appointed to the position of Equipment Operator Laborer in the Street Department, under the Rules and Regulations of the fersonnel System of the City of Arcadia, effective March 3, 1948, at a salary of $195.00 per month, in the order of their final percentages. 1 - Joseph James Cryan 2 - Orange William Keller 3 - Joseph R. Myers Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen :,dcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent that the two individuals on the eli- gible list for Office Engineer, to-wit: 1 - Arthur B. Cook 2 ~ George NeVin, Jr. I be appointed to the position of Office Engineer under the Rules and Re- gulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, effective March 2, 1948, at a salary of $275.00 per month, in the order of their final percentages. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows; AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leepep, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Clerk stating that since Mr. Allen, owner of the property contained in Tract No.13872 has trans- ferred title to the Title Insurance and Trust Co. of Los Angeles, it will be necessary for the Council to approve this Tract again. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommend-. ation of the City Clerk, and that final map of proposed Tract No.13872 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approv- al and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said I City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as .there shall be deposited with the. City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improve- ments in said Tract No.13872, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 307 of said City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the City Clerk stating that Mr. Sbhermerhorn of the Arcadia Insurance Agents Association, has called attention to the necessity of carrying insurance during the period of construction of the new City Hall. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the City Clerk be and is here- by instructed to request the Arcadia Insurance Agents Association to I I I I 1.645 write the necessary insurance coverage for the new City Hall during itsperiod of construction. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Clerk requesting permission to remove the penalty on Assessment No.4412 in the amount of $2.35, since due to an error the tax bill was not properly addressed and it was felt the owner should not be penalized. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the request of the City Clerk as set forth above, be and is hereby approved, and the City Clerk be and he is directed to remove said penalty from the tax roll. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Aucock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Clerk requesting permission to c.ancel Warrant No.933 in the amount of $15.50, since it represents a duplicate payment. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. by Councilman ~ugent and carried on Roll Call request of the City Clerk Said motion was seconded as follows: AYES: Coun~ilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES; None Communication was presented from the Judge of the City Court stating that a survey had been made or the telephone service of the Court, and a substantial saVing could be realized by changing to extend- ed service, and requesting that this be done. Said communication further stated that the extension in the Judge's Chambers is not needed and re- quested it be removed. Motion by Councilman Leeper that the requests of the Judge of the City Court as set forth above, be and are hereby granted and further, that the City Clerk be directed to have a survey made of all City tele- phone service with a view to changing to extended service. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Chief of Police stating that Officer Peterson is temporarily perfo~m1ng the duties of Captain and suggesting he be paid a full Sergeant's pay. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney for in- vestigation and report. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police request- ing the City purchase 50 flare pot type of lights to be used to indicate places of danger on the City streets. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Department of Recreation recommending the area owned by the City on Peck Road commonly referred to as "The Island", lbe used for recreational purposes, such as motorcycle racing, such recreational activities to be under the supervision of the Department of Recreation. Communications were also presented from the members of the Mon- rovia Motorcycle Club petitioning the use of such property, and from Percy C. Knight offering his services without fee as Supervisor of such motorcycle racing. Said communication was ordered placed in the pending file. Communication was presented from the Department of Recreation recommending that permission be granted to the youth of this area to erect and furnish a building on the Second Avenue Ball Park to be used as a Youth Center, such building to become the property of the City of Arcadia and to be operated under the supervision of the Recreation Com- mission. Communications were also presented from Mad-House, Inc., and the Recreation Advisory Committee of the Community Coordinating Council further recommending this project. Said communications were referred to the City Attorney and City Engineer for recommendation and report. Communication was presented from the Southern California Edison :1-646 Company enclosing contracts covering conversion allowance and release agreement on certain deep well pumping equipment. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unan1mously carried, that the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign such contract on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the submitting explanation and itemized statement employees in the Water Department for payment during the month of February 1948: Water Superintendent of claims of various covering overtime work I John Herrin ------- Louis Wolf -------- Orville L. Tulga -- Donald Ott -------- D. E. Frazier ----- John Frazier ------ John Markel ------- 21~ 19 24 l!)~ 2 2 20 Hours " " " " " " Motion by Councilman Russell, that the above mentioned em- ployees ~n the Water Department, be paid for said overtime on a straight time bas1s. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leepe~, Ormsby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending that the City adopt a ten foot setback line for buildings on each side of Fairview Avenue, east and west of Baldwin Avenue, and on each side of Arcadia Avenue West of Baldwin Avenue in the area re~ cently rezoned to Zone C-l. The City Attorney thereupon presented and read Resolution No. I 1751 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DECLARING ITS INTm~TION TO ESTABLISH SET-BACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF BALDWIN AVENUE, FAIRVIEW AVENUE AND ARCADIA AVENUE, PUBLIC STREETS IN THE SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Motion by Councilman Adcock that Resolution No.1751 be adopt- ed as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending that the business of sign painting be removed. from Zone C-2 and placed in Zone C-l. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted and the City Attorney is hereby directed to prepare the necessary Ordinance making such change. Communication was presented from the PlanningCommission recom- mending for denial the request of Harmon H. Hellmuth to conduct the business of truck and trailer rentals at 301 E. Huntington Dr., in Zone C-2. I Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unan~mously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and the request of Harmon H. Hellmuth be and is hereby denied. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval request of Edvar.d A. Doerr that his property located at 12 Huntington Place be removed from Zone C-I and placed in Zone R-3. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and the matter be referred to the City Attorney for the preparation of the necessary Ordinance. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for denial the request 9f J. M. Dolan to erect a third dwell- ing on h~s land located at 841 Arcadia Ave.~ in Zone R-l and also the lot containing less than 22,500 square feet. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unan1mously' carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission as ,set forth above, be and is hereby accepted and the request of J. M. Dolan be and is hereby denied. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval the request of Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., to install a water line through this Tract in the proposed first street South of. Colorado St. marked "A" on the tentative map, providing the I I I 1(j47 approval of the balance of this Tract be held up for further study. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission as set forth above, be and is hereby approved, and the request of Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., be granted providing the approval of the rest of the proposed map be withheld pending further study. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recommending for finallpproval final map of proposed Tract No.15120, be- ing an extension of Okoboji Drive. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that fLhal map of proposed Tract No.15120 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No.15120, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No.307 of said City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval the request of Castle Park, owners of a lot on Old Ranch Boad just North of Huntington Dr., that their lot be rezoned from C-I to Zone R-3. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission be and is hereby accepted, and that the matter be referred to the City Attorney for preparation of the necessary Ordinance. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending that the owner of Lot 19, Tract No.10994 located just west of Arcadia Wash on LeRoy Ave., be permitted to build on the corner of the lot even though it has less than 50 ft. frontaEe, since the easterly 35 feet of this lot is being condemned for flood control purposes. Motion by Oouncilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Plwll1ing Commission as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and that the owner of Lot 19, Tract No.10994 be permitted to build on said lot. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval the request of Mr. Ray Dickinson that he be allowed an indefinite leave of absence, due to the illness of his wife. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that Mr. Ray Dickinson be given the maximum leave of absence allowable under the Ordinances of the City of Arcadia, from the Planning Commission, with the right to present further request at the expiration of such leave. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recom- mending that the curb on the Santa Anita side of Van's Market be painted red since cars parked along this side constitute a traffic hazard. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for investigation and report. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1749 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DE- CLARING ITS INTENTION TO CONVEY CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY SAID CITY TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No.1749 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None ' City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1750 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, APPROVING BOND TO GUARANTEE THE COST OF IMPROVENENTS AND THE TIME OF COMPLETION THEREOF IN TRACT NO.15038." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No.1750 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1752 en t1 tled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA EM- PLOYING HAROLD D. CHARLTON AS INSPECTOR OF THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW CITY HALL BUILDING IN SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. 1.(i48 Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No.1752 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and.carried on ROll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1753 en- ti tIed: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, PRO- VIDING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL ELECTION IN. SAID CITY ON THE 13th DAY OF APRIL, 1948, DESIGNATING THE OFFICES TO BE FILLED AT SAID I ELECTION; PROVIDING FOR THE POLLING PLACES FOR THE HOLDING OF SUCH AN ELECTION, APPOINTING THE ELECTION OFFICERS FOR THE SAME AND FIXING THEIR COMPENSATION." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. CoUncilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1753. as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Ru~sell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.696 en- t1 tled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING ORDINANCE No.630 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED FEBRUARY 18, 1947 BY ADDING THREE NEW SECTIONS THERETO TO BE KNOWN AS AND N~rnERED SECTIONS 5A, 13C AND 13D.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.696. Said motion was seconded by Counc~lman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.696. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None . . Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.697 en- titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING SECTIONS 7 AND 8 OF ORDINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.697. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.69B entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CLASSIFYING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR ZONING PURPOSES AND ESTABLISHING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE R-3 OF SAID CITY AS DEFINED IN OR- DINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Attorneyfuen read proposed Ordinance No.698. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.699 en- titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALI- FORNIA, CLASSIFYING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR ZONING PURPOSES AND ES- TABLISHING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE R-3 OF SAID CITY AS DEFINED IN 0 RDIN- ANCE No.439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduced and read in full; Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.699. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.700 I I I I I 1.(i49 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.528 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED OCTOBER 17, 1944.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.700. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the request of Sheriffs' Posse No.5 for lease of certain City lands, be referred to the City Ensineer and City Attorney for the preparation of a sketch showing the particular location and area which the Posse desires to lease and for recommendation and report. Motion by Councilman NU8ent, seconded. by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the Personnel Board be and is hereby requested to call for an examination for Assistant Building Inspector, specifyinB familiarity with plumbing practices as part of the qualifications for said position. Councilman Russell reported that because of illness of certain persons he was unable to report on the matter of the request of Mrs. Lon8ley for an extension of variance on certain of her property. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized t'O notify the San Gabriel Valley Protective Absociation that the City of Arcadia wishes to add 3100 Acres to its 1400 Acres, making a total of 4500 Acres of land in the City limits under the San Gabriel Valley Pro- tective Association agreement. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that Mr. McKnight be granted permission to build a shed 24 ft. by 12 ft. for the purpose of housing farm equipment on the Walnut Well site, which he leal?~s., .provided it conforms to all require- ments of the County Building Code. Motion by Councilman Russell that the Water Superintendent be and is hereby authorized to have a fence installed on the site of Rancho Well No.8, at a cost not to exceed $600.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, 'Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Adcock that Herman H. Decker, third on the eligible list for Patrolman, be appointed to the position of Patrol- man in the City of Arcadia, and given probationary status under the Rules and Regulations governing the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, at a salary of $200.00 per month, effective March 6, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved add the City Clerk be and he is here- by authorized and directed to issue purchase orders coverin~: Police Dept. ---------- 8305 to 8306 Incl. Fire Dept. 2181 to 2184 " ------------ City Clerk ----------- 1924 Water Dept. ----------- 2421 to 2433 Incl. Motion by Councilman leeper, that Warrants Nos.1157 to 1225 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Russell and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ATTEST: 111 4/ O'~ Mayor ~iC!~~ City Clerk 1650 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, Calif. March 16, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P:M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Ormsby presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell ABSENT: None The City Clerk called attention of the Council to two corrections which sho~ld be made in the draft of the Minutes of the regular meet- ing held March 2, 1948, as submitted to the Council for their con- sideration. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Russel. and unanimously carried, that the draft of said Minutes be corrected and that said draft be so corrected and approved as the Minutes of the re- gular meeting of the Council held March 2, 1948. Mayor Ormsby announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for the hearing on the annexation of the North 125 ft. of the East 234 ft. of Lot 8, Block G, Santa Anita Land Company Tract, de- signated as "West Arcadia Annex No.3", as set forth in Resolution of Intention No.1741. Consent to Modification of Conditions of Annexation to the City of Arcadia, State of California of certain uninhabited territory from Lee Davenport, Everett T. Holmes and Ida S. HOlmes, was read. Further communication was read from Lee Davenport, Everett T. Holmes and Ida S. Holmes setting forth their consent to the establishment of a setback line on said property 20 feet westerly from and parallel to the Easter- ly property line of the petitioners of said property. Said communications were referred to the Planning Commission for recommendation and report. Mayor Ormsby announced this was the time and place set for con- sideration of the report of the Engineers on the four bids received for sanitary Sewer Improvements Assessment District No.W-43. Communication was read from Koebig & Koebig setting forth a tab- ulation of the four bids received, and stating that the tabulation in- dicated Mike Radich & Company, 3000 Empire Ave., Burbank, was the lowest responsible bidder at $2,596,243.00. Attention was also called to the small difference of $1731.00 between the low bidder and the second lowest bidder, and the difference of only $81,083.90 between the low bid and the high b1d. Communication was presented from F. Wesley Davies setting forth alleged comparative costs for sewer work and protesting that all bids received were, in his opinion, too high. Verbal protests against the awarding of a contract under the bids received were made by: J. M. Jessen Oliver Northcote Mr. Schmid t Paul Elmquist Jos. Spurgeon F. Wesley Davies Mr. Collins offered to submit figures, but declined to do so until the position of the Council and the Engineers was stated. Mayor Ormsby replied their position would be stated later in the meeting. City Attorney Cornyn read the following statement signed by Mayor Ormsby: "There has never been a question of the necessity for sewers in the City of Arcadia. All steps to date have been taken in accordance with the recommendations of the Citizens Sewer Committee. Although the Chairman of that Committee, former Mayor Perkins, on different occasions has advised that the duties of that-Committee have been com- pleted, the Committee has not been dismissed. However, Mr. Perkins has seen no occasion to call the Committee together recently. "In a letter just read, Mr. Wesley D~vies states that $,1,000,000 could be saved and the cost might be higher ; he also says an engineer of considerable experience figured the job, but did not submit a bid, but his bid, if submitted, would have been lower than the lowes~, and he figured a profit of $500,000. If these figures are correct, the contractor that would bid $1,000,000 lower than the contractor who made the low bid to the City of $2,596,243 would have a loss of $500,000, based on Mr. Davies' letter. With reference to Mr. Davies' statement that reputable engineers have informed him that $500,000 could be saved by re-designing the system, it is significant that such engineers have chosen to remain anonymous. "As to the saving on the 683 lineal feet of eight inch sewer installed, the depth of sewer, due to typography, was considerably shallower than the over-all City average. The ground Mr. Davies refers to was 1deal for trenching and no extra width of paving was necessary on account of sandy soil. "Mr. Davies' reference to the fact that the Engineer's fee under the low bid will be materially greater than when calculated upon I I I I I I I J.flSi the engineer's estimate is not entirely appropriate. The engineer has no control over the bidd~. and woulQ be equally bound by his contract in the event that the low bid had been for a sum materially less than his estimate. Mr. Davies' statement that 15% will have to be added to the contract cost to cover incidental expenses is erroneous. Incidental ex- penses will not exceed ll% of the contract cost of the work to be done. "On the bids received on the Salt Lake City job, referred to by Mr. Davies, on November 14, 1947 the low bid for the total job was $3,134,417.70. When readvertiseQ on January 14, 1948 the sum of the low bids of the various units received was $2,34I,523.00, which was undoubt- edly reflecteQ by the elimination of Units 2, 3, 4 and 5, representing 16.5 miles of pipe line. "As to the labo:c cost, the City let a contract in January 1947 which called for various rates of pay by the A.F.L or the C.I.O. This same class of work was set up in the bids opened March 2, 1948, and they were all twenty cents per hour over the January contract. It is report- ed another labor raise can be expected next May. So, if we carry this work o~ to a new award of contract, it will mean higher prices. Three years ago this April the City started work on the sewer system, and the longer we delay the work the more urgent the need for sewers, and, from past experience, the greater will be the cost. "Mr. Davies' letter is difficult to understand in view of the fact that the petition I have at hand is signed by a representative cross-section of about 2000 citizens, including Mr. Davies who signed this petition on behalf of the owners of 335 vacant lots representing 15 subdivided tracts as well as several hundred acres of unsubdivided land, this petition calling for one equalized district under the 1911 Act." Mr. F. Qesley Davies protested certain of the Mayor's statements regard~ costs. Mr. Albert Perkins replied to Mr. Davies and presented figures shOWing the cost to be less than that stated by Mr. Davies. Mr. Jessen spoke further. Mr. Phels presented numberous figures citing County estimates and bids on the cost and installation of certain sewer lines. Further statements were made by Mr. Elmquist, Mr. McLean, Mr. Davies, Mr. Phelps and Mr. Pratt. Communications were presented from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce stating that their Board of Directors had instructed a letter be address- ed to the Council stating that if in the opinion of the Council the low bid for the lateral sewer system is considered reasonable and just, that the bid be accepted. Communication was presented from the West ~rcad1a Business Association ~g the Council, if after studying the bids now on file covering this work and upon advice of its professional advisors, to enter into a contract for the construction of sewers so that the progress of Arcadia may not be held up by lack of sewers. Messrs. Davies, Dysart, Crawford, Steck and Boggio spoke further in the matter. Mr. A. H. Koebig, Jr., of the firm of Koebi8 & Koebig, Engineers, presented an analysis of bids received March 2, 1948, and a correction of the estimate of cost of this project, which the City Clerk read. Mr. Koebig answered questions from the audience. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Engineer be and is hereby authorized and directed to select an impartial engineer who is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers whose duty it shall be to check the reasonableness of the four bids received and present the report of such check at a regular adjourned meeting of this Council, to be held at 7:30 P.M., March 30, 1948. Communication was presented from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., re- questing the vacation of Golden West Road, a 60 foot wide street, located between Hugo Reid Drive and a line 130 feet Northerly thereof, as shown on map of Tract No.13312, Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., since this street is not improved and will not be needed, inasmuch as Tallac Knell has been sold to the State. . Said communication was referred to the City Engineer for investi- gation and report. Communication was presented from Elmer de Gero, M. D., request- ing permission to remove a Palm tree in front of 716 W. Huntington Dr. The City Engineer recommended the removal of this tree, provided it be done at the expense of the owner. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be and is hereby accepted, and ~lmer de Gero, M.D., be granted permission to re- move said tree, provided it be done at his own expense. Communication was presented from Mabel D. Cann requesting per- to remove four Eucalyptus trees fronting on property at 918 Road. mission Tindalo The City Engineer recommended the removal of these trees, pro- vided it be done at the owner's expense. 1()52 Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be and is hereby accepted, and Mabel D. Cann be granted permission to remove said trees, provided it be._done a t her own expense. Communication was presented from FIQra J. Rogers protest- ing the painting of curbs red on First Avenue between Santa Fe Rail- road tracks and,the Pacific Electric tracks. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the Street Superintendent be and is here~ I by instructed to remove said red paint, and the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to consult with the Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad in an effort to have them provide additional safety devioes at this crossing. Communication was presented from Minnie Moss Clark and Martha A. Butterworth protesting all day parking at 219 and 223 S. First Ave. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby in- structed to prepare the necessary Ordinance extending one-hour parking on First Avenue from Alta Street to California St. Communication was presented from the Womens" Christian Temper- ance Union of Arcadia petitioning the City Council to pass an Ordinance requiring taverns in the City to have lights of not less than five candle power, and an opening in the front providing clear view of the interior of said taverns. Said communication was referred to the Ordinance Committee. Communication was presented from the Recreation Commission re- commending that Mad-House, Inc., be permitted to erect a Youth Center on the area immediately North of the first Tennis court and back of the bleachers which are behind first base, on the City Baseball Park located at Second Avenue and Huntington Dr. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Recreation Com- mission be and is hereby approved, and that Mad-House, Inc., be and is hereby granted permission to erect such a Youth Center at the above described location, such building when erected to be under the juris- diction of the Recreation Commission and to become the property of the City of Arcadia. Communications were presented from Mrs. Marie La Duke, Mrs. Cecil Collins and Robert Malloy requesting an extension for sixty days of their license for the dissemination of printed and written matter pertaining to horse racing as required by Ordinance No.68o, Section 3, Paragraph B. Motion by Councilman Adoock, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby authoriz- ed to issue an extension for a period of sixty days on licenses issued for the dissemination of printed and written matter pertaining to horse raCing, to those persons having obtained previously a license for the just concluded raCing meet held at Santa Anita Park, the fee for such extension to be $400.00 for the sixty days, as provided in Ordinance No.68o. Communication was presented from Bert B. Courts attacking the driving ability of Bernard M. Haibrecht, 230 san Antonio Road, operator of a Yellow Taxicab. Said communication was referred to the Chief of Police for investigation and report at the regular meeting of the Council to be held April 6, 1948. Communication was presented from T. Guy Cornyn, City Attor- ney, reporting upon the claim filed against the City of Arcadia by Mrs. Hattie Parker, arising out of an accident alleged to have occurred on or about the 24th of November, 1947, and making recommendation that the City decline the claim. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the City Attorney be and is hereby accepted, and the claim of Mrs. Hattie Parker against the City of Arcadia be and is hereby declined. Communication was presented from Louis F. Sihler requesting that he be granted an extension of time on his sick leave. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried.,' that Louis F. Sihler be granted additional sick leave for a period of sixty days, and said communication be .re- ferred to the Personnel Board for investigation and recommendation. Communication was presented from the Department of Public Works, of the State of California, setting forth the estimated gasoline tax revenue to the City of Arcadia for the fiscal year 1947-48. The City 6lerk recommended this letter be incorporated as part of the Minutes of this meeting. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent I I I I 1.(;53 and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby instruct- ed to spread said letter setting forth the above mentioned estimate of gasoline tax revenues upon these Minutes: "Mr. W. C. Billig Ci ty Clerk Arcadia, California. March 10, 1948 .Dear Sir:- Receipt is acknowledged of certificate of the of the s~ecial census showing a population of 18,331 as rranuary 8, 1948, in the City of Arcadia. Based on the new population, the estimated gas tax revenue is as follows: returns of Actual 7/1/47 to 12/31/47 Estimated 1/1/48 to 6/30/48 Total estimate $ 7,527.48 20.904. $28,440.00 Yours very truly G. T. McCOY State Highway Engineer By L. V. CAMPBELL Engineer of City and Cooperative Projects" Communication was presented from the Personnel Board of the City' of Arcadia advising of the expiration of the terms of office on March 31, 1948 of the following: Philip A. Libby P. Kenneth Mahre Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that Philip A. Libby be re-appointed as a member of the Personnel Board of the City of Arcadia for a term of four years, said term expiring March 31, 1952. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board setting forth the list of employees who will soon finish their probationary period, and who have been recommended by the Department head to the Personnel Board for permanent status under the rules and regulations of the Per- sonnel System. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the following: Frank E. Hale, Hoseman Albert L. Daniels,Asst Bldg. Inspector Mitchell C. Lemons, Equip-Opr-Laborer Chas. A. Weiss, Equip-Opr-Laborer Forbes L. Morrow, Equip-Opr-Laborer Chris B. Arpagaus, Equip-Opr-Laborer Thomas G. Bednark Pa tro 1 man , April April April April April April April 22, 1948 8, 1948 8, 1948 8, 1948 8, 1948 8, 1948 22, 1948 be given permanent status under the rules and regulations of the Per- sonnel System on the anniversary date of their six months employment as a probationary employee, at no increase in pay, and that James W. Clark, Patrolman, be given permanent status under the Rules and Re- gulations of the Personnel System, and his pay be increased $10.00 per month as of April 22, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Personnel Board of the City of Arcadia advising that Herman H. Decker is not eligible for appoint- ment as Patrolman under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, since he stands fifth on the eligibl~ list instead of third as first reported. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the previous motion appointing Herman H. Decker as Patrolman in the Police Department, be and is hereby rescinded. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommending that a general Foreman in the Water Department be appointed on a temporary basis at a salary of $250.00 per month, and stating that said Personnel Board is now preparing Job Specifications for a new classification of General Foreman in the Water Department, to be presented to the Council at its regular meeting held April 6, 1948. The Water Superintendent recommended the appointment of John Herrin to the position of General Foreman in the Water Department on a temporary basis. Motion by Councilman Russell that John Herrin be and is hereby appointed as General Foreman in the Water Department on a temporary basis, at a salary of $250.00 per month, said appointment becoming effective Mar.I7',1948. .. J H154 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Department of Recreation .submitting the Minutes of the regular monthly meeting of said Com- mission and the report of the Recreation Director for the month of February. Said communications were ordered placed on file. Communications were presented from the Los Angeles County Flood Control District requesting the cancellation of any and all general and special City taxes which are now a lien against the follow- ing parcels of land: Parcels Nos. 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 34, 35, 36, 37, 40, 41, 45, 46, 47, 101, 102, 123, and 126 in Superior Court Case NO.519,554. Parcels Nos. 13, 23, 25, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 49, 51 and 105 in Superior Court Case No.523,594. The City Attorney advised.in written notation that it was in . order to cancel City taxes on these properties under Section 4986(c) of the Revenue and Taxation Code of the State of California. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the Los Angeles County Flood Control District as set forth above, be and is he~eby ap- proved, and that all general and special City taxes which are now a lien against the above mentioned properties be and are hereby cancelled. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormaby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the West Arcadia Business Association protesting the re-zoning of property located at Santa Anita Avenue and Las Tunas Drive for business property. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval the request of George C. Roberts for permission to build on a lot 40 x 140 ft., being a portion of the abandoned South- ern Pacific Railroad right-of-way, on the West side of Golden West Ave., since at the time of the purchase of this property by Mr. Roberts the max~mum requirement for a lot was 40 ft. wide. Mr. Roberts verbally requested favorable consideration of his petition. Motion ,by Councilman Russell that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as set forth above be and is hereby approved, and the request of George C. Roberts be and is hereby granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: Councilman Adcock Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval the request of G. T. Gunderson for permission to build on a lot 53Y x 140.83' on Genoa St., consisting of 7463.99 square feet. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission as set forth above, be and is hereby approved, and the request of G. T. Gunderson as set forth above, be arid is hereby granted. / Mr. A. H. Koebig, Jr., consulted further with the Council re- garding the appointment of an outside Engineer for the checking of bids for the lateral sewer system. ., Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recom- mending for tentative approval revised tentative map of a proposed sub- division on Eighth Avenue South of Norman Avenue, subject to the follow- ing conditions: 1 - Make two lots out of Lots I, 2 and 3 2 - Provide drainage outlets at end of street 3 - Construct turning circle and curb at end of .street Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and that revised tentative map of the above mentioned subdivision be given tentative approval, subject to the conditions set forth above and as recommended by the Planning Commission. I I I I I I 1.fj55 Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recom- mending that Plumbing Contractors' shops be allowed in Zone C-l when con- ducted in conjunction with retail sales of plumbing materials and supplies. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as set forth above, be and is hereby approved and the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to prepare the necessary amendment to the Zon- ing Ordinance permitting the operation of Plumbing Cobtractors' shops in Zone C-l when conducted in conjunction with retail sales of plumbing materials and supplies. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police stating that the dangerous intersection of Huntington Drive and Second Avenue is due to the slowness of the three second amber warning light in the automatic signals. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the matter be referred to the City Engineer, who is hereby instructed to communicate with the State Highway Depart- ment, with the end in view of haVing these signals adjusted so a longer amber warning signal be obtained. Communication from the Recreation Commission reporting upon the request of the Monrovia Motorcycle Club, was introduced for reconsider- ation. Percy C. Knight presented verbal argument for the granting of a lease to this organization for the purpose of conducting motorcycle racing. Motion by Councilman Leeper that the request of the Monrovia Motorcycle Club to lease certain City land for the purpose of motorcycle racing be and is hereby denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follOWS: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1754 en- titled: "A RES(lLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, EMPLOY- ING SMITH EMERY COMPANY AS TESTING CHEMISTS-ENGINEERS IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE CITY }{ALL BUILDING IN SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1754 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None ., Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.697 en- titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING SECTIONS 7 AND 8 OF ORDINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.697. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.697. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.698 en- ti tIed: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,CALIFOR- NIA CLASSIFYING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR ZONING PURPOSES AND ESTABLISH- ING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE 11-3 OF SAID CITY AS DEFINED IN ORDINANCE No.439 of SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given its second and final reading. \ Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.698. said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell 1(j56 . and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.698. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.699 enti tled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CLASSIFYING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR ZONING PURPOSES AND ESTABLISHING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE R-3 OF SAID CITY AS DEFINED IN OR- DINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.699. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.699. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell. NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.700 en- titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING ORDINANCE NO.528 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED OCTOBER 17, 1944.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there ..'Was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.700. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: I I AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.700. Said I motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None M6tion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.701 en- ti tIed: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDER- ING CHANGE OR MODIFICATION OF GRADE IN PORTIONS OF COLORADO BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that if George Kinsey arranges for the preparation of adequate working plans for a new Library building upon the Civic Center site, the City will defray the cost of such plans, not exceed- ing $2000.00, in the event Kinsey is not the successful bidder for and purchaser of the present Library building and site whenever such build- ing and site be regularly offered for sale at public auction. Councilman Adcock stated it had been reported to the Police Committee that the gasoline furnished the Police Department by the Pathfinder Petroleum Corporation was of such quality that the motor- cycles would not operate properly. The City Clerk informed the Council he would notify the Path- finder Petroleum Corporation of this situation. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the application of Gerber & Bear for per- mission to operate a Merchants Patrol in the City of Arcadia, be and I I I I I J.f,57 is hereby granted, providing they furnish the necessary bond, and otherwise comply with the requirements of the City Ordinance relating to private patrol service. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the Chier of Police be and is hereby authorized to spend a sum not to exceed $50.00 for the pur- pose of furnishing cars with flare lights. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Adcock reported that investigation by the Police Committee had revealed it would be unnecessary to paint the curb West of Van's Market on Huntington Drive read as had been suggested. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: City Clerk ------------- 1925 Water Dept. ------------ 2434 to 2446 Incl. Police Dept. ----------- 2000,2201 to 2203 Incl. Street Dept. ----------- 2088 to 2091 Incl. Motion by Councilman Leeper, that Warrants Nos.1226 to 1293 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authoriz- ed and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman RUBsell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman RUBsel1 and carried, that the meeting adjourn to 7:30 o'clock P.M., March 30, 1948. ATTEST: 11/. ff.~ Mayor ~ o 3- 'V:: '-, /. ~ity Clerk Co~il Ch~b~rs City Hall, Arcadia, California Marcn jO, 1~4b, t:30 o'clock P.M. Pursuant to the foregoing adjour.nment, the City Council of the City of Arcadia met in adjourned session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Ormsby presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell ABSENT: None Mayor Ormsby announced this was the time and place set for the re-consideration of the bids received for Sanitary Sewer Improve- ments Assessment District No.w-43, said work having been ordered by Resolution NO.1730 of this City Council. Communications were read from H. W. Schmidt, A. O. Walde, Chas. T. B. Jones, H. B. Plumer, C. L. Haserot, A. P. Collins, J. E. Joujon-Roche, William B. Barry, E. C. Nickel, Albert B. McKee, Jr., Lloyd B. Knox, Donald W. Hamblin, James T. Rostron, and T. I. Phelps, protesting the award of contract to any of the bidders. Communications were read from Clifford C. Bong, Tony Panzich and L. A. Crow, urging quick action. Communication was read from the Arcadia Merchants Association signed by W. P. Wookey, expressing confidence in the City Council. Mr. J. M. Jessen presented petitions protesting award of the sewer contract under the present bid, which the City Clerk read. 1.658 Communication was read from Ray L. Derby, President, American Society of Civil Engineer, oongratulating the City of Arcadia upon the selection of Frank Currie and A. M. Rawn to analyze the reason- ableness of the bids received on March 2, 1948 for said sanitary sewer improvements. In response to requests by the City Engineer pursuant to dir- ection of this City Council, a communication was presented from F. C. Currie of the Currie Engineering Company, presenting an estimate of the cost of said Sanitary Sewer Improvements; said estimated cost is $2,559,655.70. I In response to requests by the City Engineer pursuant to dir- ection of this City Council, Mr A. M Rawn, Chief Engineer and General Manager of County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles Oounty, appeared and presented his report on the reasonableness of said bids, and his estimate of the cost of said Sanitary Sewer Improvement. He stated among other things, that his estimated price for the work is $2,470,000.00. Mr. Rawn explained in detail how his analysis was made. Mr. F. Wesley Davies introduced Ernest Wilson of San Mateo, who spoke regarding the different Acts under which the sewer system could be buil t. Mr. Rawn replied to Mr. Wilson's arguments. Mr. Davies question- ed Mr. Rawn regarding certain costs. Mr. Wilson advocated a single assessment district, but said that several contracts should be let for the Work. Messrs. Fee, Faries, Osborne and Collins spoke on various pOints. Councilman Adcock stated that he wished, for the sake of the record, to make his position clear in this matter. He said he had been a citizen of Arcadia twenty-two years and for the past eight I years had been a member of theCity Council, during which time he had worked consistently toward the end that sewers might be built in the City. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that theCity Attorney introduce and read in full Resolution No.1755 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR WORK AND IMPROVE- MENT ORDERED BY RESOLUTION NO.1730 OF SAID CITY COUNCIL." The City Attorney read in full Resolution No.1755. Mr. Jessen and Mr. Osborne made further verbal protests. Motion by CounCilman Adcock that Resolution No.1755 be adopt- ed as read by the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Arcadia City School District inviting the Council to hear a report on the "School Survey" by Dr. Irving R. Melbo and his staff at the First Avenue School on Tuesday, April 6, 1948, at 7:30 P.M. I The City Clerk was instructed to send a letter of regret to the Arcadia City School District and refer the communication to the Planning Commission with the suggestion that their membership attend the above mentioned meeting. Communication was presented from the Arcadia City Planning Com- mission recommending for denial the petition of Wilbur Smith and Lorraine B. Smith, for a zone variance for a period of five years to allow a general Real Estate and Insurance Broker's business at 652 W. Duarte Road in Zone R-2. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that action on this recommendation be deferred until the regular meeting of the City Council to be held April 6, 1948. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police present- ing mileage on certain patrol cars and recommending that two new cars be ordered from the Santa Anita Motors in order to assure Summer de-- livery of said cars. " Motion by Councilman Adcock that the request of the Chief of Police as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and that two new Ford Motor cars be ordered from Santa Anita Motors. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell HOES: None Communication was presented from the Chief of Police request- ing the Council give consideration to the status of Louis Sihler. Motion by Councilman Adcock,. seconded by Councilman Nugent and .unanimously carried, that this communication be referred to. the Per- sonnel Board for their consideration and recommendation. I I I 1.fj59 City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1758 en- titled: "APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA UNDER CHAPTER 47 STATUTES OF 1944 ASKING FOR RPPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR PREPARING OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CITY HALL IN THE AMOUNT OF $3867.94." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No.1758 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1759 en- titled: "APPLICATION TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA UNDER CHAPTER 20, STATUTES OF 1946 REQUESTING THE ALL6GATION OF ll12,922.12;$35,OOO or THIS AMOUNT AN ALLOCATION FROM THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FOR THE CON- STRUCTION OF A BRIDGE ON COLORADO BLVD. AT SANTA ANITA WASH." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No.1759 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby andRussell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.701 en- ti tIed: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDER- ING CHANGE OR MODIFICATION OF GRADE IN PORTIONS OF COLORADO BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.701. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.701. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as fol.lows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.702 en- titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMEND- ING ORDINANCE NO.303 OF SAID CITY BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUMBERED SECTION 8-H, AND AMENDING SECTION 33 OF ORDINANCE NO.200 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.702. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.703 en- ti tled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE No.674 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED OCTOBER 21,1947 REGULATING AND LICENSING PRIVATE PATROLS IN SAID CITY. ", be. introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: CounciLmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordipance No.70, Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Gouncilman ~dcock and unanimOUSly carried, that hereafter the Water Department obtain all of its janitorial supplies from and through the person in charge of build- ings. Councilman Adcock presented the resignation of Edward D. Johnson, Patrolman in the Police Department. Motion by Councilman Jidcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimOUSly carried, that the resignation of Edward D. Johnson as Patrol- man in the Police Department, be and is hereby accepted. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that due to the resignation of Edward D. Johnson 1-660 and the illness of Sergeant Shafer, that the Personnel Board be ask- ed to submit additional names from the list of eligibles for con- sideration for appointment to the Police Department. Motion by Councilman Nugent,seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ATTEST: ''/11 (}J .a:~ Mayor I Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California April 6, 1948, 8:00 o'clock. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Ormsby presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell ABSENT: None I Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of March 16, 1948, and the adjourned regular meeting of March 30, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. Mayor Ormsby announced this was the time and place set for the hearing regarding the setback lines on portions of Baldwin Avenue, . Fairviev and Arcadia Avenues, as set forth in Resolution of Intention No.1751. The City Clerk reported no protests had been filed. No verbal protests vere made. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the setbacks provided in said Resolution be and the same are hereby established, and that the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to prepare the necessary Qrdinance establish- ing the above mentioned setbacks on said streets. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for denial the petition of Ross A. Himes and June Nancy Himes, for a zone variance to allow the property located at the north- vest corner of Santa Anita Avenue and Las Tunas to be used for com- mercial purposes, also a portion of the. property to be used for re- sidential purposes. . At the request of Councilman Adcock said communication vas tem- porarily tabled, for further study by the Council. I Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recom- mending for denial the petition of Wilbur Smith and Lorraine B. Smith for a zone vatiance for a period of about five years to allow a gener- al real estate and insurance broker's business to be conducted at 652 W. Duarte Road in Zone R-2. James Bone presented further verbal argument in. favor of this petition, and Mr. Wilbur Smith also spoke in favor of his request. Mr. Stevens of 620 W. Duarte Road protested. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as set forth above, be and is hereby denied, and that the request of Wilbur and Lorraine B. Smith for a zone variance for a period of five years, be and is hereby granted. Said motion.vas seconded by Councilman ~ussell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: Councilman Adcock I Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- questing that it be instructed to hold a public hearing on Tuesday, May 6, 1948, at 8:00 o'clock P.M., on the matter of the petition of Harold Jackson and others, requesting that certain property located on the East side of EI Monte Avenue betveen Las Tunas Drive and Live Oak Avenue be changed from Zones R-I and R-3 to Zone C-l to conform to the present C-l Zone to the-East. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and I I 1f;fi1L unanimously carried, that the request of the Planning Commission be and is hereby granted, and they be instructed to hold the above mention- ed public hearing at the time and place mentioned. The communication from the Planning Commission regarding the Ross A. Himes and June Nancy Himes request was again re-considered. Mr. Ardene Boller spoke in favor of granting the request. DeWitt Manning gave verbal protest. Ross Himes read a communication setting forth additional facts tn the case. Further protest was made by Harvey Moss, Jr., et al. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the City Council meet with Gordon Wbitnall, Planning Consultant, and the Arcadia City Planning Commission, for a further discussion of this matter, and that it be further considered at the regular meeting of the Council to be held May 4, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent and Russell NOES: Councilman Ormsby Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval the request. of W. T. Graves for permission to build on two lots located at Third Avenue and Diamond St., which lots are slightly less than the required area, but more than the required frontage. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Conneilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission as set forth above, be and is hereby approved, and the request of W. T. Graves be and is hereby granted. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval tentative map of a proposed Tract located at the Southwest corner of Santa Anita Avenue and Camino Real, owned by Ruben Stuebner. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and tentative approval be given proposed Tract described above and owned by Ruben Stuebner. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval revised tentative map of a Tract located between Second Avenue and Sixth Avenue South of Camino Real. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission as set forth above, be and is hereby approved, and that revised tentative map of the above described Tract be given approval. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval tentative map of proposed Tract No.13726, being the extension of Magna Vista Ave., subject to the Tract to the East de- dicating a portion of the street. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission as set forth above, be and is hereby approved, and that revised tentative map of proposed Tract No.13726 be given approval subject to the Tract immediately to the East dedicating their portion of the street to the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare an appropri- ate Ordinance governing the regulations for the construction of side- walks in public streets. The matter was referred to the City Attorney for the prepar- ation of such an Ordinance. Communication was presented from Mike Radich & Company acknow- ledging receipt of a letter advising that their bid for the installation of lateral sewers in the sum of $2,596,243.00 had been accepted by the City of Arcadia, and assuring the Council that they would endeavor to do the highest q~ality of work. Communication was presented from Edmund Smyth thanking the City of Arcadia for the use of the baseball diamond during the Base- ball Tournament held in this area. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., suggesting that a water line be placed on the first street South of Colorado St., where it would serve two frontages instead of requiring a separate line on 601orado Blvd. Mr. Buron Fitts spoke in favor of this proposition. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the suggestion of Rancho Santa Anita, Inc. 1.662 be accepted, and that a pipe line be laid on the first street south of Colorado Blvd. provided the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., pay all coats over and beyond the cost of installing an eight inch pipe along Colorado Blvd. Communication was presented from Louis J. Simon regarding the flow of flood waters on Camino Real. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer for investigation and report. .Communication was presented from the Arcadia Safety Council recommending_three lanes be painted on Double Drive on both the North and South sides. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for consideration and report. I Communication and verified claim for property damage against the City of Arcadia regarding the claim of William E. Hoppin were pre- sented. Said communication and claim were referred to the City Attorney for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the City Attorney addressed to the Hartford Accident & Indemnity Co. regarding the claim of Mrs. Roy Frederickson who alleges she suffered a sprainged right wrist be- cause of a fall caused by a one-inch raise between two slabs of side- walk on First AVenue a little North of the entrance to the Community Church. Said matter was referred to the City Attorney for investi- gation and report. Wendell E. Morrow Herman H. Decker 1339 W. 79th St., Los Angeles 8663 Virginia St. South Gate I Communication was presented from the Personnel Board sub- mitting the following names and addresses of the two individuals on the eligible list for Patrolman in the Police Department. Councilman Adcock requested consideration of this matter be tabled until later in the meeting. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board setting forth a list of employees who will soon finish their probationary periods and who have been recommended by the Department heads and Personnel Board for permanent status under the Personnel System. Motion by. Councilman Adcock that the following named persons be given permanent status under the rules and Regulations of the Per- sonnel System of the City of Arcadia, on the date following their names, arid with a salary raise likewise indicated: 1 - Frank V. Guthrie, Patrolman May 1, 1948 $10.00 2 - Joseph V. Calvechie " May 17, 1948 10.00 3 - Florence L. Wilson, Police Secy May 18,1948 5.00 4 - Glenn D. Henderson, Hoseman May IS,1948 10.00 I 5 - Anita J. Santo, Court Clerk May 24,,1948 10.00 6 - Chas. Williams Asst Bldg. Inspector, May 1,1948 10.00 7 - Elaine J. Cayer Jr.-Cashier Acct Clerk May 10,1948 10.00 8 - Donald G. Ott Mun.Laborer May 10,1948 10.00 9 - Deloyd E. Frazier " " May IO,l948 10.00 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Personnel Board sub- mitting the following names and addresses of the first four individuals on the eligible list for Police Sergeant in the Police Department in the order of their final percentages: 1 - Harry T. Peterson 609 Lorena Ave., 2 - Virgil E. Mayne 46 Diamond St. 3 - Richard J.Williams,2855 Sichel St. 4 - Joseph J. Ocello, 477 Naomi Ave. Arcadia " Los Angeles Arcadia Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the position of temporary Sergeant be and is hereby abandoned. I Communication was presented from the Chief of Police re- commending that the first two Officers on the Sergeant's eligible list be appointed as of April I, 1948. Motion by Councilman Adcock, that Harry T. Peterson be ap- pointed Sergeant in the Police Department at a salary of $250..00 per month, and Virgil E. Mayne be appointed as a Sergeant in the Police Department, at a salary of $240.00 per month, effective April 6, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: 1663 AYES: Councilmen Adcock, teeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented the folloving names and addresses list for Municipal Laborer in the final percentages: from the Personnel Board submitting of the seven individuals on the eligible Water Department in the order of their I - Thomas B. Poyner 2 - Edwin Highton 3 - John E. Thomas 4 - Howard W. Wright 5 - Julius J. Hughes 6 - Henry M. Norton 7 - Manuel S. Ramierez 144 Alta St. Arcadia 1018 Arcadia " 224 E. Camino Real II 533 E. Cypress, Monrovia 5440 Staunton Ave.Los Angeles 118 Alice St. Arcadia 144 Santa Clara St. II Said communication vas ordered placed on the agenda for the meet- ing to be held April 20, 1948. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommending for approval a new position classification of Foreman in the Water De- partment, at a salary of $250.00 to $275.00 per month. Motion by Councilman Leeper, that the recommendation of the Per- sonnel Board as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted and that such position be established at the salary above mentioned. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Engineer adVising that: Jos. R. Myers April 20, 1948 Orange W. Keller April 29, 1948 Joe J. Cryan May 10, 1948 have worked for the City of Arcadia for a period of six months as of the dates set opposite their respective names, and recommending they be granted a $10.00 per month raise effective on those dates. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the recommendation of the City Engineer as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and that the above mentioned employees of the Street Department be granted an in- crease in salary of $]0.00 per month effective on the dates set opposite their respective names. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication vas presented from the City Engineer setting forth list of overtime hours for employees in the Street Department, I - Paul Armstrong ----------- 4 .~ - Orange W. Keller --------- II 3 - Chas. Boyd --------------- 6 4 - Eldon Frazier ------------ 14 5 - SDeve Knight ------------- 28 6 - M. C. Lemons ------------- 19 Hours II II II II II Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the above mentioned employees in the Street Department be paid for said overtime work on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Holl Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Fire Chief setting forth hours of overtime for members of the Fire Department who were off duty and re- sponded to a fire on Sunday, April 4, 1948. I Hour I II 1 - Kenneth M. Hovorka - Elmer H. Stegeman - Frank E. Hale II Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the above mentioned employees in the Fire De- ~artment be paid for said overtime at the regular established rate of ~2.00 per call, plus $1.00 per hour thereafter. Communication was presented from the City Assessor requesting ~ermission be granted to reduce Assessments Nos.590 and 590-B from ~6700.00 to $6280.00 because of a change in assessed valuation by the County Assessor. Permission was also requested to refund the sum of $2.07 on Assess- ment No.1837 covering the payment of taxes on personal property not in the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Leeper that the requests of the City Assessor 1.(j64 as set forth above be and are hereby granted, and that he be authoriz- ed and directed to make such changes and refund, subject to the written appro~al of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Clerk presented the proposed forms to be used under. Sections 2151 and 2152 of the Burns-Collier Act in making the annual I report to the State Controller, and informed the Council that a revision of these forms is being suggested by the Municipal Finance Officers Association and other groups, and further report will be made at a later date. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing that "STOP AHEAD" be painted on the pavement of Las Tunas Blvd.on both the East and West approaches to EI Monte Ave., and further that a Stop sign be installed at the intersection of Wisteria and Santa Anita Ave. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted, and the Street Depart- ment be and is hereby instructed to paint the pavement, and install such signs at the locations described above. Communication was presented from Koebig & Koebig authorizing the City of Arcadia to deduct from the first payment on the contract be- tween Koebig & Koebig and the City of Arcadia, as incidental expenses, the $2500.00 indebtedness incurred in employing Currie Engineering Company for the purpose of estimating the cost of the proposed lateral sewer system. I Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that Koebig & Koebig be requested to reimburse the cityof Arcadia for the cost of checking the reasonableness of the recent sewer bids, the bill for services rendered by Currie Engineer- ing Company for $2500.00 and the bill of A. M. Rawn and associates, for a total of $1517.20. Communication was presented from Koebig & Koebig adVising they were now filing a set of blueprints with the City of Arcadia showing the constructed truck mains of the sewer system. Communication was presented from the Water Superintendent setting fo~th explanation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the Water Department for pay covering overtime work during the month of March 1948: John Herrin --------- Louis Wolf ---------- Donald Ott ---------- John Markel --------- John Frazier -------- Orville L. Tulga ---- 32 Hours 27~ " 25i " 18 " 3 8 " " Motion by Councilman Russell, that the above mentioned em- I ployees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime work on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Ormsby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby authorized to enter negotiations with G. E. Kinset Operating Company for the purpose of the easterly 15 feet of Lot 25, Block 74, Santa Anita Tract, by the City of Arcadia, at a price satisfactory to both parties. ' Communication was presented from the San Gabriel Valley Protective Association announcing that the annual meeting of the Association would be held at Whittier on Tuesday the 13th day of April, at the hour of 2:00 o'clock P.M., for the purpose of electing a Board of Directors and to transact such other business as may lawfully come before the meeting. Motion by Councilman Russell, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that Mr. Scott M. Lee, Water Superintendent, be and is hereby approinted as representative of the City of Arcadia, I to attend the meeting of the San Gabriel Valley Protective Association and that the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized to sign a proxy for Mr. Lee to act on behalf of the City of Arcadia. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1760 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO.1741, ADOPTED FEBRUARY 3, 1946, ESTABLISH- ING A CERTAIN NO PARKING ZONE IN SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were. then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption 'of Resolution No.1760 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Pdcock and carried I I I I 1.fi65 on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1761 entitled: "A llESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING WEEDS GROWING UPON PORTIONS OF CERTAIN STREETS AND UPON CERTAIN PRIVATE PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF ARCADIA TO BE A NUISANCE." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Leeper moved the adopted of Resolution No.1761 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen ..,dcock, Leeper, Nugent,Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1756 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- FORNIA, ADCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF AllCADIA. " The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1756 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None ~otion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.702 entitled: 'AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.303 OF SAID CITY BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUMBERED SECTION 8-H, AND AMENDING SECTION 33 OF ORDINANCE NO. 200 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: NOne The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.702. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Oouncilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.702. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.703 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING SECTION 3 OF ORDINANCE No.674 OF SAID CITY,. ADOPTED OCTOBER 21,1947, REGULATING AND LICENSING PRIVATE PATROLS IN SAID CITY.", be given its second and final reaciing. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of Ordinance No.703. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.703. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll C~ll as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Russell and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby authorized 'and instructeci to call for bids for the removal of approximately 35 dead trees on Santa Anita Avenue, said bids to be opened at the regular meeting of the Council to be held April 20, 1948. Councilman Russell reported that he was unable at this time to give further information regarding extension of the variance of Mary C. Longley, or the purchase of her well. Motion by Councilman Adcock that the Personnel Board be re- 1666 quested to furnish the next name on the eligible list for Patrolman, and strike therefrom the name of Wendell E. Morrow, 1379 W. 79th St. Los Angeles, since he had failed to appear for interview. . Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that Herman Decker be and is hereby appoint- ed as temporary Patrolman in the Police Department, at a salary of $200.00 per month, effective March 31, 1948. Councilman Adcock stated he had received some suggestions regarding the services rendered by the A-I Disposal Co. Said suggestions were referred to the Street Committee for investigation and report. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby instruct- ed to write a letter to Mr. Rawn on behalf of theCity Council, thank- ing him and his associates for their part in preparing a check as to the reasonableness of the bids on the lateral sewers. Councilman Leeper introduced a letter which was read by the City Clerk, addressed to Mr. Perkins thanking him and the Sewer Com- mittee for their participation in the planning of a sewer system for the City of Arcadia. Councilman Russell announced that upon adjournment of the Council there would be a buffet supper honoring the retiring Council- men and invited all present to join in this celebration. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: City Clerk ---------- Genl Govt Bldgs ----- Fire Dept. ---------- Police Dept. -------- Water Dept. --------- 1926 2092 2185 to 2204 to 2447 to " 2187 2205 2466 Incl. " Motion by Councilman Leeper, that Warrants Nos.1294 to 1403 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authoriz- ed and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried, that the meeting adjourn. 'h} .~cP~; Mayor ATTEST: ~ ("? ~~ City Clerk I I . I I .. I 1.667 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California April 20, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Ormsby presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell ABSENT: None M~tion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and unanimously carried, that the M1nut~s of the regular meeting of April 6, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. Mayor Ormsby addressed the Council and audience, thanking them for their cooperation and sincere effort during his term of office. Mayor Ormsby announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for the opening of bids for the removal of certain trees on Santa Anita Avenue, whereupon the City Clerk opened and read the bid as follows: Henry Grobmeier ----------- $1960.00 Western Tree & Truck Service 2485.00 E. L. Thorsten ------------ 6680.00 Motion by Councilman Nugent that the bid of Henry Grobmeier in the amount of $1960.oo be and is hereby accepted, and the contract be and is hereby awarded to Henry Grobmeier: and that all other bids be and are hereby rejected, and the City Clerk is instructed to return to them their bid bonds or Cashiers' checks, as the case may be. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the West Arcadia Business Associ- ation extending to Mayor Ormsby and Councilmen Leeper and Adcock, an ex- pression of appreciation for the cooperation and assistance shown this Association during their term of office. Communication was presented from West Arcadia Business Associ- ation requesting permission to hold a street dance on Friday evening, April 23, 1948, from 9:00 to 12:00 o'clock. Motion by Councilman Adcock, seconded by Councilman Leeper and unanimously carried, that the request of the West Arcadia Business Associ- ation as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. Communication was presented from O'Melveny & Myers stating that they had made an examination of all proceedings down to and including the publication of the notice of the award of contract to Mike Radich & Company, for the proposed lateral sewer system, and from such examin- a tion they are of the opinion that said proceedings have. been taken in accorde.nce. with the laws. and Constitution of the State of California! and that said contract e.nd bonds are in proper form and have been validly authorized oy said proceedings. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Proposed Kgreement to be entered into between the City of Arcadia and Rancho ~anta Anita, Inc., governing the installation of certain water lines on the first street in proposed Tract No.14940, which is immediate- ly south of Colorado Blvd., was presented. Motion byCouncilman Leeper that the above mentioned Agreement be and is hereby approved, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized and directed to sign same on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Russell, that the Water Superintendent be and is hereby authorized to have the Grandview 8 inch water line and the Sierra Madre Blvd. 8 inch water line connected to the new 20 inch pipe line on North Santa Anita Avenue, at a cost not to exceed $270.00 for each of the above mentioned connections. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: titied;' ING FOR IN SAID BETWEEN AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1763 en- ~A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PROVID- THE IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF BALDWIN AVENUE, A PUBLIC STREET CITY, AND ESTABLISHING PARALLEL PARKING ON SAID BALDWIN AVENUE, DUARTE ROAD AND NAOMI AVENUE, IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. 1668 Councilman Leeper moved the adoption of Resolution No.1763 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Adcock and carried on Roll Call as follows: ~YES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None The City Clerk was instructed to send copies of this Re- solution to the West Arcadia Business Association and the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce. I The Council then proceeded to duly canvass the returns of the General Municipal Election held April 13, 1948, in accordance with the requirements of the Election Code, such returns being found and declared to be as shown in the following statement: STATEMENT OF CITY CLERK I, W. C. Billig, City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, California, do hereby certify and declare that the City Council of the City of Arcadia, at a regular meeting held on April 20th, 1948, has duly and regularly canvassed the returns of the General Municipal Election held in the City of Arcadia on April 13, 1948, and has declared the result of said election: That each of the persons hereinafter named received the follow- . ing votes for the respective office for which hewas a candidate. COUNCILMAN-FULL TERM NAME OF PERSON CONSOLIDATED PRECINCT NUMBERS TOTAL GRRND VOTED FOR TOTAL A B C D E F G H L J Richard C.Ewing 64 251 320 92 189 198 149 233 217 110 1823 1823 Carl A. Jirel 10 36 48 10 15 19 19 16 17 15 205 205 I Peter A.Klomp 30 189 246 61 158 155 127 175 224 86 1451 1451 A.L.Leaverenz 10 43 89 10 17 19 18 27 11 19 263 263 Henry L.McIntosh 53 42 48 18 32 22 65 29 27 100 4~6 436 William D. Millard 8 40 85 16 99 62 14 41 24 13 402 402 Herbert B.Pratt 163 98 90 31 50 42 55 70 53 120 772 . 772 Mrs. Eva L. Updegraff 5 41 93 10 52 26 24 40 20 18 329 329 NAME OF PERSON VOTED FOR COUNCILMAN-UNEXPIRED TERM CONSOLIDATED PRECINCT NUMBERS TOTAL GRAND . TOTAL A B C D E F G H I J Ernest L. Boucher 100 302 391 87 226 200 Duncan G.Howard 24 36 56 16 56 46 George P.Spear 21 29 46 18 21 27 Frederick W. Davies F.Wesley Davies 155 237 248 146 36 55 36 38 43 .94 17 48 I 1 2092 399 304 1 1 2092 399 304 1 1 NAME OF PERSON VOTED FOR A W.Clinton Billig 147 CITY CLERK-FULL TERM CONSOLIDATED PRECINCT NUMBERS C D E F G H I J TOTAL GRAND TOTAL . I B 321 , 453 102 274 263 208 292 267 216 I I 2543 2543 I I I I 1 1 Joe Carlin Don George Clara C. Zima I CITY TREASURER-FULL TERM CONSOLIDATED PRECINCT NUMBERS TOTAL GRAND TOTAL NAME OF PERSON VOTED FOR A B Emma E. Hainer 153 327 J .C .Kobolink C D E 475 102 294 I F G H 270 219 303 I J 273 214 2630 I 2630 I That the total votes cast at said election, including absentee votes, were 3122. (SIGNED) W. C. BILLIG City Clerk of the City of Arcadia,Calif City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1762 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, STATING THE RESULT OF ELECTION RETURNS OF THE GENERAL MUNI- CIPAL ELECTION HELD APRIL 13, 1948." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. I Councilman Adcock moved the adoption of Resolution No.1762 as read. ~aid motion was seconded by Councilman Leeper and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Adcock, Leeper, Nugent, Ormsby and Russell NOES: None Mayor Ormsby asked if anyone in the audience desired to be heard at this time. I I 1(;69 Mr. Clifford Lance, President of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce congratulated Mayor Ormsby and the Council upon their record of ser- vice to the City of Arcadia, and presented Mayor Ormsby vith his mem- bership card in the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce. Motion by Councilman Leeper, seconded by Councilman Adcock and .carried, that the meeting adjourn, whereupon Councilmen Ormsby, Adcock and Leeper retired. ATTEST: -1:J:l-.-Ny.~ . Mayor r .?J' i-I C 1 ~e LZ~: City Clerk Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California. April 20, 1948, 9:00 o'clock P.M. T. Guy Cornyn, Notary Public, administered the oath of office of City Clerk to W. Clinton Billig. The City Clerk whereupon administered the oath of office of City Treasurer to Emma E. Hainer, and the oath of office of City Councilman, full term, to Richard C. Ewing, and Peter A. Klomp, and the oath of office of City Councilman, short term, to Ernest L. Boucher. These neWly elected members of the Council then assumed their seats. The meeting vas called to order with City Attorney Cornyn presid- ing. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that Councilman Russell be and is hereby elected President of the City Council and Mayor of the City of Arcadia. Mayor Russell then assumed his seat as Chairman and presiding officer of the Counil. Communication vas presented from Harold J. Packer requesting per- mission to remove certain trees on Colorado Place so that driveways may be constructed into his property. The communication vas referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and report. Communication vas presented from Harold L. Strohm and Ralph Antrim protesting the collection of debris on Huntington Drive near Morlan Place. Said oommunication vas referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and report. Communication vas presented from B. C. Graves, together with an application for permission to sell fireworks as a retailer. At the request of Councilman Eving action on said communication vas deferred until the next regular meeting of the Council to be held May 4, 1948. Communi.cation was presented from Charles E. Searles requesting further information regarding the extension of the variance of the zon- ing of certain of Mrs. Longley's property, and further discussing the sale to the City of Arcadia of the Well at the corner of Palm Drive and El Monte Avenue owned by Mrs. Longley. Said communication vas .referred to the Water Committee for investi- gation and further report. Communication was presented from the Indoor Sports Club, Inc., re- questing permission to hold a Tag Day Saturday, May 8, 1948, in the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the request of the Indoor Sports Club, Inc., be and is hereby approved, provided said Tag Day be conducted under the supervision of the Chief of Police, and investigation by the City Clerk shovs applicant to be a responsible organization. Communication was presented from J. B. Stine, Captain of Police, requesting that he be granted an extra two weeks' vacation without pay, :16'(0 in addition to the regular earned vacation, said vacation to be taken during the month of August, Motion byCouncilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klpmp and unanimously carried, that the request of J. B. Stine as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and he be allowed two extra weeks' vacation time without pay. Communication was presented from the City Attorney setting forth his opinion regarding the assessing of property purchased under a contract of sale. Said communication was ordered placed on file. I Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing certain changes in the contract with the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society, and the re-establishment of the City Pound. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from Santa Anita Parent Teachers Association, re<;\uesting that the two portable "SLOW-SCHOOL ZONE" signs have the words 'KEEP TO THE RIGHT", with the red arrow on the bottom of the sign deleted, and the placing of such signs in the middle of the street on Santa Anita Avenue throughout the day. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing the installation of certain Stop Signs on Morlan Place and the painting of traffic lanes on Santa Anita Ave. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for investigation and report. I Communication was read from the Water Superintendent advising of the completion according to plans and specifications,of the water lines in Tract No.15120. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the water lines in Tract No.15120 be and are hereby accepted, and made a part of the water system of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising of the completion of grading, concrete curbs and paving in Tract No.15J20, according to plans and specifications of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that said curbs and streets be and are hereby ac- cepted and made a part of the street system of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Personal Board of the City of Arcadia submitting the name and address of the sixteenth in- dividual on the eligible list for Patrolman in the Police Department. Said communication was ordered tabled until the regular mee~ing of the Council to be held May 4, 1948. I Emil Howard Leese, the individual in question, announced that he was present for interview~ Communication was presented from the Personnel Board request- ing further information regarding their recommendation for the establish- ment of the position of Fire Apparatus Engineer and the increasing of top bracket salary of Lieutenant in the Fire Department to $240.00. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Recreation Commission SUbmitting the Minutes of the regular meeting of the Commission held April 12, 1948, and the report of the Recreation Director for the month of March. Said communication and reports were ordered placed on file. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing that petition of Lee Davenport et al for annexation of a certain property to the City of Arcadia be disapproved on the grounds that the Commission did not favor piece-meal annexation, and that zoning I problems could not be settled in advance. of~a public hearing on such zoning; Mayor Russell inquired if anyone desired to be heard at this continued hearing in this matter. Mr. James C. Bone spoke on behalf of the petitioners. There were no written protests. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that this proposed annexation be and the same is hereby disapproved. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for final approval map of Tract No.10725 located in Elkins I 1.(;~Jl Santa Anita Highlands. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimous}y carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of Tract No.10725 be and the same is hereby approved, and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and ac- ceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No.10725, pursuant to ~ection 3 of Ordinance No.307 of said City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recom- mending for tentative approval tentative map of Tract No.13365, being an extension of Magna Vista Avenue, subject to increasing the turn around to a 40 foot radius on the property line and a 33 foot radius on the curb line. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the recommendation of the Plann- ing Commission be and is hereby accepted, and tentative approval be given to map of Tract No.13365, subject to the above mentioned recommendations. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recom- mending for tentative approval tentative map of Tract No.13252, located South of Duarte Road between First Avenue and Santa Anita Avenue, subject to the opening of an alley from Duarte Road Southerly to the alley shown on said map; said alleys to be paved. Motion by Councilman Ewing, that the recommendation of the Plann- ing Commission as set forth above, be and is hereby approved, and that tentative approval be given to map of Tract No.13252, subject to the conditions set forth above. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Assessor requesting permission to refund the sum of $4.62 on Assessment No.2196 because of an overpayment of 1947-48 taxes. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the City Assessor as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and he is hereby authorized to make such a refund, subject to the written approval of the City Attor- ney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Assessor requesting permission to refund ~35.38 covering first and second half of 1947-48 taxes paid on Assessment No.6~70 because of a duplicate payment. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the request of the City Assessor as set forth above be approved, and he be and is hereby authorized to make the above mentioned refund, subject to the written approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Assessor requesting permission to refund $18.22 on Assessment NO.708-B because of an error in asseSSing of improvements, said error having been ~de by the County Assessor. Further, that the request of the Assessor be granted to in- crease the assessed value of Assessment No.708-A by the amount of the value of the above mentioned improvements. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the request of the City Assessor be and is hereby approved, and he is hereby authorized and instructed to make the above mentioned adjustments on the Tax Roll and the above mention- ed refund, subject to the written approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, EWing, Klomp, Nugent andRussell NOES: NOne City Attorney Cornyn presented a communication from the Governor 1672 of the State of California recommending the establishment of a local Disaster Council. The Chief of Police spoke in favor of the establish- ment of such a body. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for investigation and report. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.704 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING A CONBITIONAL VARIANCE TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE No.439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduced, and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent andRussell NOES: None, The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.704. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.705 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ES- TABLISHING SET BACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF BALDWIN AVENUE, FAIRVIEW AVENUE AND ARCADIA AVENUE, BEING PUBLIC STREETS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA,", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.705. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No.706 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.533 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED NOVEMBER 28, 1944, AND REPEALING ORDINACE No.694 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED FEBRUARY I 17, 1948.", be introduced and read in full. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.706. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1757 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ES- TABLISHING A CERTAIN LOADING ZONE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1757 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1764 enti tIed: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING BOND TO GUARANTEE THE COST OF IMPROVEMENTS AND THE TIME OF COMPLETION THEREOF IN TRACT NO.I0725." I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution NO.1764 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher,.Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp arid unanimOUSly carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Police Dept. --------- 2206 and 2207 Fire Dept. ----------- 2188 and 2189 Street Dept. --------- 2093 and 2094 Water Dept. ---------- 2467 to 2477 Incl. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that Warrants Nos. 1404 to 1516 inclusive as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby au~horiz- ed and directed to sign said Warrants. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None 1.673 Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried, that the meeting adjourn. r&~ /2,</// Mayor ATTEST: a--~o~ City Clerk Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California May 4, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Nugent., seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held March 20, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. Communication was presented from Mrs. John T. Simpson et aI, re- questing the repeal of Ordinance No.635 governing the change of zone on certain property owned by Mr. Harold Jackson. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded-b~ Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the matter be referred-to the Planning Com- missio~ for consideration at the time they hold hearings regarding the petition of Harold Jackson et al for a further change of zone of this property. Mayor Russell announced this was the time and place set for the re-consideration of the petition of Ross A. Himes and June Nancy Himes for a zone variance to allow the property located at the Northwest cor- ner of Las Tunas Drive and Santa Anita Avenue to be used for commercial and other purposes. Mr. Himes spoke further favoring his petition. Mr. Manning made further verbal protest against the granting of this petition. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the recommendation of the Plann- ing Commission be and is hereby accepted and that the request of Ross A. Himes and June Nancy Himes be and is hereby denied. Said motion was seconded by Oouncilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None --- Communication was presented from Wilbur Smith and Lorraine B. Smith requesting that a set back line be established 10 feet 6 inches from the North property line of the portion of Lot 6, Tract No.4090 which was recently granted a conditional variance under the provisions of Ordin- ance No.439. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that this communication be referred to the Planning Commission for their investigation. and recommendation. Communication was presented from Ralph Antrim protesting the operation of a miniature Railway at Morlan Place in the lot immediately in the rear of the Roxie Motor Court owned by Mr. Antrim. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the Planning Com- mission for determination as to whether or not the operation of a min- iature Railroad is more obnoxious than any other type of business allow- ed in the present zone in which lot is located. Petition was presented from J W. Willott et al requesting a cut over on Santa Anita Avenue at Magna Vista Ave. Said petition was referred to the Street Superintendent for in- vestigation and report. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Safety Council re- questing a crossover be made on Santa Anita Avenue at California St. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent 1fj74 for investigation and report. Communication was presented from B. S. Young requesting permission to remove one Eucalyptus tree located in the parkway approxi- mately 15 ft. North of the South corner of Lot 12, Tract NO.13367 on North Santa Anita. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and report. Communication.was presented from the R. W. Construction Company requesting permission to remove four Eucalyptus trees from I Lots Nos.32, 33 and 34 of Block 66, of Arcadia Santa Anita Tract, known as 206, 208 and 210 S. Santa Anita Ave. The report of the Street Superintendent was presented recom- mending the approval of this request, provided curbs and sudewalks be constructed in line with the existing curbs and sidewalks to the North on Santa Anita Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Street Super- intendent be and is hereby accepted and the request of the R. W. Con- struction Company be granted, subject to the conditions as set forth above. Communication was presented from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., requesting that the Council start the necessary proceedings to vacate Golden West Road, a 60 foot street between Hugo Reid Drive and a line 130 feet Northerly thereof, said street not being improved. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney for the preparation of the necessary Ordinance. Communication was presented from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., re- I questing that the City authorize the completion of the paving of Hunt- ington Drive between Sunset Extension and Michillinda, at the same time the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc. pave the street in front of their Shopping Center. The report of the City Engineer was presented stating that such paving will conform to the existing pavement East of Sunset in width of roadway, add recommending paving be dbne at a cost not to exceed $375.00. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the recommendation of the City Engineer be and is hereby accepted, and he be authorized to in- stall the above described paving at a cost not to exceed $500.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Junior Chamber of Com- merce requesting permiSSion to hold a dance May lst at the Woman's Clubhouse on South First Ave. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communioation was presented from Harry R. Munson requesting permiSSion to widen North First Avenue ten feet in front of the new building located on Lot 66, Haven Tract, at the Northwest corner of First Avenue and Colorado Blvd. I The report of the City Engineer was presented recommending that the request of Harry R. Munson be granted, provided all work be done at his expense. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be and is hereby accepted, add the request of Harry R. Munson be grant- ed, provided that he pay for the cost of the widening of this street, the additional street area as widened to be accepted by the City as a part of the street system. Communicationswere presented from the West Arcadia Business Association and the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce requesting that the streets be swept earlier in the morning before cars are parked on them. Said communications were referred to the Street Committee for investigation and report. I Communication was presented from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce requesting that the City of Arcadia draw a warrant in the sum of $837.20 in payment of the preparation of 10,000 brochures Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this communication be referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole for further study. Communication was presented from Koebig & Koebig offering to pay the fees of the Currie Engineering Co. and Mr. Rawn and his associates in the amount of $4217.20 at the time Koebig & Koebig receive final payment for their engineering fees. I I I I I 1.(;75 Said communication vas ordered placed on file The application of B. C Graves for permission to sell fire- works was reoonsidered. Motion by CQuncilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this application be referred to the Fire Chief as required by Ordinance No.428, and that he report to the Council on May 18, 1948. Communication rrom the Personnel Board of the City of Arcadia submitting the name of Emil Howard Leese from the eligible list for Patrolman in the Police Department, was re-considered. Motion by Councilman Ewing that Emil Howard Leese be e,lOyed as a temporary Patrolman in the Police Department at a salary of 200.00 per month, plus the cost-of-living increase, such employment to be ef- fective April 21, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented rrom Pacific Coast International Assn. of Law Enforcement Officials announcing their annual Convention to be held from June 29 to July 2, 1948, and urging the Chief of Police or a representative from the City, be in attendance. Said oommunication was presented to the Police Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board advising there now exists an eligible list for Boseman in the Fire Department. Communication was also presented from the Fire Chief request- ing permission to employ two individuals whose names are on the eligible list for Hoseman in the Fire Department for temporary employment ror the vacation period. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request or the Fire Chief be and is hereby granted, and he be authorized to employ two persons from the eligible list as temporary hoseman in the Fire Department, at the beginning salary of $200.00 per month, effective May 16, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Southern California Water Company making application for three one inch services requested by the Company for temporary vater for a period not to extend beyond July 21, 1948. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the request of the Southern California Water Company be and is hereby granted, and the Water Super: intendent be and is hereby instructed to furnish the Southern Calirornia Water Company three one inch services at the locations mentioned in their communication at the regular schedule of charges. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell. NOES: None Communication was presented from the Personnel Board, stating that the Personnel Board is now making an investigation of the case of Louis F. Sihler, and requesting that an additional leave or absence be granted until the findings can be obtained. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that Louis F. Sihler be granted an additional sick leave for a period of sixty days, so that the Personnel Board may com- plete its investigation and present its findings; this action not to prejudice further application for extension of leave to Louis F. Sihler. Communication was presented from the Fersonnel Board submitting the names and addresses of the first four individuals on the eligible list for Meter Reader in the Water Department as follows: I - Roland J. Feltrop 2 - Edward F.P. Morrison 3 - Uimmie R. Gressett 4 - Gabriel W. Gutstein 305 W. Olive 7330 Kelvin Ave. 222 E. Lemon Ave. 70 E. Haven Ave. Monrovia Canoga Park Monrovia Arcadia Said communication was referred to the Water Committee ror investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Water Superintendent ad- vising of the completion of the water lines in the completed portion of Tract No.14428. Motion byCouncilman Klomp that the water lines installed in 1.676 the completed portion of Tract No.14428 be and are hereby accepted and made a part of the water system of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising of the completion according to plans and specifications, of grading, paving, concrete curbs and ~tter in Tract No.14745, Santa Rosa St., Tract No.14744, San Miguel, Tract No.14460, an extension of Old Ranch Road, and a portion of Tract No.14428. Said communication further stated that the remainder of Tract NO.14428 will be improved at a later date and the Bond for the whole Tract still remains in force. 'Motion by Councilman Ewing that the grading, paving, concrete I curbs and gutter in Tract No.14745, Tract No.14744 and Tract No.14460, and that portion of Tract No.14428 now completed, be and are hereby ac- cepted and made a part of the Street System of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising of the employment of R. Eugene Overbaugh as Draftsman to complete City maps for general purposes, at the rate of $1.75 per hour. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising that two men employed in the Street Department and classified as Equip- ment Operators are working as carpenters on the new Garage using their I own tools and doing the work of carpenters whose wages would be higher than the salary of $1.01 per hour being paid these men, and recommend- ing that Paul Armstrong be given two hours overtime at the above rate and S. L. Stevens be paid one hour overtime at that rate. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be and is hereby accepted, and that Paul Armstrong be paid two hours overtime, and S. L. Stevens one hour overtime at the rate of $1.01 per hour. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Engineer setting forth report on the cost of the opening of the crossing at Sunset Blvd. over the Pacific Electric tracks. Communication was also presented from the Paciric Electric Railway setting forth their estimate of the cost, stating they did not oppose the opening of this crossing, provided the City bear the ex- pense and agree to the olosing of the Michillinda crossing. Said communications were referred to the Street Committee for investigation and report. I Communication was presented from the Chief of Police stating it has been necessary to employ as special guards John Bigelow, Kenny Rogers and Harvey Buehler for eight hours on Sunday April 25, 1948, during the moving of the safety deposit boxes for the Bank of America, and for traffic detail in Los Angeles County Park, and requesting they be paid $1.25 per hour for this special work. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the request of the Chief of Police as set forth above, be and is hereby granted and that John Bigelow, Kenny Rogers and Harvey Buehler be paid for eight hours ser- vice at the rate of $1.25 per hour. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Chief of Police making recommendation for the remodeling of portions of the Police Station I and the appointment of Richard Williams as temporary Sergeant at a Sergeant's commencing pay, said officer to be trained in finger print- ing and photography, and assigned to the investigating branch of the Police Department. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee and the Personnel Board for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the City Assessor request- ing .permission to refund Personal Property taxes to Albert Peters in the amount of $2.19, since this was a duplicate payment, payment also having been made on Assessment No.5893. I I 1.(;77 Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the City Assessor be and is hereby granted, and he be authorized to make refund to Albert Peters in the amount of $2.19. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Clerk requesting the City Treasurer and City Clerk be authorized to attend the National Con- vention of Municipal Finance Officers Association to be held in Denver on June 7th to lOth inclusive, and to be allowed expenses not to exoeed $225.00. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the City Clerk as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and that he and the City Treasurer be authorized to attend said Convention with expenses not to exceed $250.00 each. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Water Superintendent setting forth explanation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the Water Department for pay covering overtime work during the month of Apr:hl 194B: Louis Wolf ------- 20 Hours Donald Ott n------IB! " D. E. Frazier nn 23i " John Frazier ----- ~ " John Cox _nnn__ 7'~ " John Markel nnn 3 " OIlv1l1e L. Tulga - 32 " Motion by Councilman Klomp that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime work on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Counoilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Communication was presented from the Ohief of Police requesting permission to place Officer Herman Decker on a probationary Civil Ser- vice basis. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that said communication be referred to the Secre- tary of the Personnel Board for a report on the present status of Officer Herman Decker. Communication was presented from the Chief of Polioe requesting the purchase of filing equipment as described in the list attached to this communication. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for in- vestigation and report. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1765 en- ti tIed: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DESIGN- ATING ALTERNATE MEMBER TO BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO.15 OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1765 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None 6City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention ~ No.176 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CHANGE SETBACK LINES ON A PORTION OF DUARTE ROAD, A PUBLIC STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No.1766 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1767 en- ti tIed: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AUTHORIZ- ING APPLICATION TO THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR THE CANCELLATION OF TAXES ON PROPERTIES ACQUIRED BY THE CITY OF ARCADIA." 1678 The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1767 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucheir..and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman ~lng, that proposed Ordinance No.704 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING A CONDITIONAL VARIANCE TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE No.439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given its second.and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.704. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.704. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent., that proposed Ordinance No.705 I entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ES- TABLISHING SET BACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF BALDWIN AVENUE, FAIRVIEW A~ENu~ AND ARCADIA AVENUE, BEING PUBLIC STREETS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.;', be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.705. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on/Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.705. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinance No,706 enti tIed: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND ING ORDINANCE NO.535 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED NOVEMBER 28, 1944 - AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 694 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED FEBRUARY 17, 1948. ,. , be given its seoond and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.706. Said motion was seoonded by. Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.706. Said Motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Motion by Councilman Nugent, that proposed Ordinanoe No.707 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DIS- APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO SAID CITY, DESIGNATED AS "WEST ARCADIA ANNEX NO.3", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and Carried on I I I 1.679 Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and.Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.707. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that Councilman Boucher be appointed to confer with representatives of the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society as to the terms and conditions of increasing the servioes rendered the City of Arcadia by sald Society. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the request of the Santa Anita P.T.A. for certain changes in the "SCHOOL-SLOW" signs be granted, provided such changes be approved by the Chief of Police. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the request of the Chief of Police for the painting of certain lanes on Santa Anita Avenue and Huntington Drive be and is hereby granted, such lanes to be painted under the supervision of the City Engineer. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the communication from the Personnel Board regarding the position of Fire Apparatus Engineer be referred back to the Personnel Board for further clarification and recommendation. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the request of the Governor of the State of California for the establishment of a Disaster Council in the City of Arcadia, be referred to the City Attorney for investigation and report. City Attorney Cornyn re~rted upon the claim for damages of Will~am P. Hoppin in the sum of $123.50 against the City of Arcadia, recommending this claim be denied. and Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the recommendation of the City Attorney be and is hereby approved, and the claim of William P. . Hoppin be and is hereby denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn reported upon the claim of Mrs. Roy Frederickson against the City of Arcadia for the sum of $10.00 for the injuries incurred because of a fall, and recommended this claim be denied. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the recommendation of the City Attorney be and is hereby accepted, and the claim of Mrs. Roy Frederick- son be and is hereby denied. Said motion w~s seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOESr None Councilman Nugent inquired of the Street Superintendent as to the advisability of granting the requestof Harold J. Packer to remove certain trees at Colorado Blvd. arid Colorado Place. The City Engineer recommended that this request not be granted until construction is started on the lot owned by Mr. Packer. Motion byCouncilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Street Superinten- dent be and is .hereby accepted, and the City Clerk be and is hereby in- structed to notify Harold J. Packer to make his request again at the time construction is started on his property. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the Water Committee and the Council as a whole, negotiate with Searles & Searles for the purchase of the well owned by Mary C. Longley, at a price not to exceed $9000.00, with full power to act in this matter, subject to the City being able to remove existing pump and install new pump therein. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Russell NOES; Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Committee and the Council as a Whole, ne@otiate with the Southern California Water Company for the purchase of the water reservoir located on Camino Real between First and Second Avenues, for a price not to exceed $6000.00. Said motion.was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None 1.680 Mayor Russell requested the heads of the various Departments to submit their estimates of expenditures to theCity Clerk on or be- fore M~ 15, 1948, each estimate to show the actual salaries in each Department with the cost of living increase in wages shown separate- ly. He also stated vacation schedules should be furnished forthwith. Mayor Russell presented the name of Albert Adcock for the consideration of the Council to be appointed as a member of the Per- sonnel Board for the four year term commencing April I, 1948. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the recommendation of the Mayor be accepted and Albert Adcock be and is hereby appointed as a member of the Personnel Board for a four year term commencing April I, 1948. I Said motion was seconded by Oouncilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Mayor Russell presented the name of T. Guy Cornyn for consider- ation as a representative of the Coordinating Council of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the recommendation of the Mayor be accepted, and T. Guy Cornyn be and is hereby appointed as the representative of the City of Arcadia to the Coordinating Council. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Mayor Russell presented to Councilman Boucher, Chairman of the Safety Committee, a Safety certificate presented to the City of Arcadia for its share in the reduction of accidents in the State of California during the past year. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Fire Dept. -------- 2190 to 2194 Incl. Police Dept. .------ 2208 Genl Govt Bldgs --- 2095 and 2096 Water Dept. ------- 2478 to 2491 Incl. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that Warrants Nos.1517 to 1602 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance 60mmittee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ~;;/7~ g./L/L/ Mayor ATTEST: , ~f/:~ City C erk I I I 1.681 ., Council Chambers, Oity Hall, Arcadia, California May 18, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman , Klomp and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of May 4, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. Communication was presented from Mrs. Elvetta Cuneo requesting the replacement of Carob trees for those which have died on Fairview Ave. off Park Avenue, between Duarte Road and Old Huntington Drive. The Street Superintendent reported the policy was not to replace trees until the lots have been built on, because of losses due to gophers. The City Clerk was instructed to advise Mrs. Cuneo of this policy. Communication was presented from the Veterans of Foreign Wars requesting permission to sell Buddy Poppies on the streets of Arcadia Friday and Saturday, May 21st and 22nd. I Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the request of the Veterans of Foreign Wars as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. Communication was presented from Mr. and Mrs. Baxter McBane pro- testing the presence of Peafowls because of the disturbance they cause in the area of the Rancho. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimoUSly carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby instructed to write the McBanes stating they feel no action should be taken on this request, since the Peafowls are a colorful part of Arcadia's history. Communication was presented from the Arcadia P.T.A. Council protesting the running of dogs at large on the School grounds and re- commending that the City increase the Pound service rendered by the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society, or establish its own PounP. Councilman Boucher reported upon his negotiations with the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society, with a view to increasing the services rendered the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to prepare a new contract to be entered into between the City of Arcad~a and the San Oabriel Valley Humane Society, calling for their rendering two hours a day service four days per week, the compensation to be set at $120.00 per month, and further to include a clause allowing the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society to have possession of a portion of the Dog Licenses of the City of Arcadia, they to collect such licenses and turn all fees so collected over to the City of Arcadia, and further, that they be permitted to issue notice of viol~tion forms to owners whose dogs are violating City Ordinances; all other terms of the present contract to remain in force. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Church of the Good Shepherd again requesting the installation of additional lights on Duarte Road and Holly Avenue. near the church, and the establishment of crosswalks at the entrances of the church. Councilman Nugent called attention to the conflicting speed limit signs posted in that area. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer., Police Chief and Street Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from Egil Hopen requesting the name of Elms Road in Tract No.14428 be changed to La Rosa Road. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that said communication be referred to the City Attorney for preparation of an Ordinance making the requested change. Communication was presented from the West Arcadia Business Association requesting the installation of traffic signals on the North side of Huntington Drive at its intersection with Baldwin Avenue, or in lieu of that the installation of four way Boulevard Stop signs. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the West Arcadia Business Association urging the installation of trash receptacles at strategic points throughout the West Arcadia business section. 1Jj82 Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Engineer be and is hereby instructed to investigate the cost, maintenance and upkeep of trash receptacles in the business districts of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Safety Council recommending that an Ordinance be enacted to slow down all trains to 25 miles per hour in the City limits of Arcadia. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney for further investigation and report. Communication was presented from Paul Kingsbury, Architect, requesting information as to the exact inscription to be placed on the bronze tablet to be built in the new City Hall. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the names of the Council- men in office at the time the contract was signed for the new City Hall building be placed on said tablet. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Fire Chief stating that the application of B. C. Graves to sell fireworks had been found to be satisfactory. Communication WI,lS also presented from the FirE! Chief stating that the application oT the American Legion to sell rir8JDrks was found to be satisr!lctory. Motion by Councilman Nugent that both the application of B. C. Graves and the American Legion to sell fireworks be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and lost on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Nugent and Boucher NOES: CouncilmanKlomp and Russell ABSENT, Councilman Ewing Motion by Councilman Klomp that the application of B. C. Graves be and is hereby denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Motion by Councilman Klomp that the application of tne Ameri- can Legion to sell fireworks be and is hereby approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: , AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Office of the District Attorney setting forth the steps which had been taken to restrain cer- tain Cities from operating public dumps which are in violation of the Air Pollution Control District. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman.Boucher and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the City Attorney for investigation and further report. Communication was presented from the City Engineer recommend- ing that the request of D. S. Young to remove one Eucalyptus tree on Lot 12, Tract No.13367, North Santa Anita Avenue, be granted provid- ed the work be done at his own expense. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the City Engineer as set forth above, be and is hereb~ accepted, and the request of D. S. Young be and is hereby granted, provided the work be done at his own expense. Communication was presented from the Fire Chief advising of the employment of Fred N. Clayton and Robert B. Orchard as temporary Hosemen in the Fire Department for vacation relief,. as of May 16 and 17, 1948, respectively, at a salary of $200.00 per month, plus the $15.00 cost-of-living increase. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the appointment of Fred N. Clayton and Robert B. Orchard be and is hereby approved on the terms as set forth above. Said motion was seconded byCouncilman Nuge~t and carried on Roll Call as follows:. AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Personnel Board advising I I I I I 1.683 that the request of the Chief of Police for the appointment of Richard Williams as temporary Sergeant, is being investigated and will be report- ed on at a later date. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board setting forth the eligible list for Fire Apparatus Engineer, said list contain- ing the one name of Joseph H. Harteis. Motion by Councilman Boucher that Joseph H. Harteis be and is hereby appointed to the position of Fire Apparatus Engineer at the top salary for Engineer as set forth in Resolution No.1652 plus $15.00 per month cost of living increase. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and car~ied on Roll Call as folloWS: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Personnel Board requesting the Board be authorized to make a wage survey, and submit a revised wage scale for the C.ity Council's consideration. ~ The City Clerk reported he had been attending wage meetings call- ed by the County Board of Su~ervisors and other municipalities. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommend- ing that the $15.00 per month temporary cost-of-living increase be ex- tended to January 1, 1949, since the expiration date at the present time is June 30, 1948. ; Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from tne Personnel Board advising that Otto C. Haaker, Municipal Laborer in the Water Department, who was gran~ed three weeks' leave of absence in No~ember 1947, and recommending that his name be dropped from the Personnel roll of the City of Arcadia, since he failed to return to work. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the Per- sonnel Board be and is hereby accepted and that the na~e of Otto C. Haaker be dropped from the Personnel rolls of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and c~rried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Personnel Board of the City of Arcadia recommending that a fourth position of Sergeant in the Police Department be established. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney for the preparation of a Resolution for consideration at the next regular meet- ing of the City Council. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board reporting ~. that at the request of the City Council they had investigated the status of Herman Decker and determined he was third on the eligible list for Patrolman in the Police Department. Motion by Counci~ Nugent that Herman Decker be and is hereby employed under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia at the minimum salary fur Patrolman, plus the $15.00 per month cost-of-living increase effective as of the date of his permanent employment. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Oouncilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Personnel Board setting forth a list of employees as follows, who will soon finish their pro- bationary period, and who have been recommended by the several depart- ment heads and the Personnel Board under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System. Said oommunication also set forth recommendation for certain increases in salaries as shown, effective as of the dates listed below: John L. Frazier Mun-Laborer May IO, 1948 $IO.OO John H. Markel " " May 10, 1948 10.00 John J. Cox " " May 10, 1948 10.00 Earl A. Cann, Patrolman June 12, 1948 10.00 Wm. L. Reddington, " June 21, 1948 10.00 Fred C. Post, Asst.Bld~ Inspector June 16, 1948 No raise Donald H. George" " June 16, 1948 " " 1684 Motion by Councilman Boucher that the recommendation of the Personnel Board as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted and the above mentioned employees be given permanent.status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, effective as of the. dates shown, and at the salary adjustment indicated. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: ' AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing I Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommend- ing all departments work on a 40 hour week except the Police and Fire Departments, and all time over 40 hours to be paid for on straight time basis, such overtime to be recommended by the Department head. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this communication be referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole for further investigation and study. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommend- ing that hereafter employees be paid on the 5th and 20th of each month instead of on the 15th and last day of each month, as set forth in Resolution No.1057. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the Per- sonnel Board be and is hereby accepted, and the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to prepare a Resolution changing such pay dates. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing I Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing that Charles Gilliland be given top bracket pay of $225.00 per month as Patrolman in the Police Department, effective May 2, 1948 Motion by Councilman Nugent that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be and is hereby accepted, and Charles Gilliland be given top bracket pay of $225.00 per month as Patrolman in the Police Department, effective May 18, 1948. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication ~as presented from the Controller of the State of California setting forth the estimated revenues to various Cities from the gasoline tax and in lie~ tax, and showing it was estimated the City of Arcadia would receive $53,040.00 from the Gasoline Tax and Motor Vehicle License fees apportionment, and $50,106.00 from the Highway Users Tax Fund. Said communication was ordered placed on file. I . Communication was presented from the Department of Recreation enclosing the Minutes of the regular meeting of April 26th and May 10, 1948, and the report of the Recreation Director for April, and recommend- ing that William Groen be named Director of the Civic Chorus for the balance of the fiscal year, beginning May I, 1948, at a salary of $35.00 per month. Said communication further requested that the Commission be allowed to purchase additional equipment to complete a public address system at a cost not to exceed $100.00. With said communication was also enclosed a copy of the form of rules and regulations concerning money received by the organizations which are sponsored by the Re- creation Commission. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that William Groen be employed as Director of the Civic Chorus for the balance of the fiscal year 1947-48, at a salary of $35.00 per month, said appointment to be ef- fective May 18, 1948. AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None < ABSENT: Councilman Ewing I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: Motion by Councilman Nugent that the Recreation Commission be and is hereby authorized to purchase additional equipment to com- plete a public address system for all uses, at a cost not to exceed $100.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried I - 1()85 on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Recreation Commission enclosing its proposed Budget for the fiscal year ~948-49, said budget being in the amount of $12,000.00.. Said communication was referred to the Finance Committee for investigation and study. Communication was presented from the Water Superintendent setting forth the names of men who are being employed for temporary work in the Water Department, said individuals being as follows: Andrew Berkompas Louis A. Delap Robert Nelson Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the report of the Water Superintendent be and is hereby accepted, and said individuals are hereby employed for temporary work in the Water Department at the rate of $1.00 per hour. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending that the time limit in Ordinance NO.58S which allows a zone variance for a Nursery School at 1016 5. Baldwin Ave be extended for one year. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be and is hereby accepted, and that the tim~ limit on Ordinance No.58~ be extended for a period of not more than one year, for the purpose of permitting the conduct of the Nursery School at 1016 S. Baldwin Avenue by Mrs. A. Jean Lyman. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Planning Cpmmission re- commending for approval the request of Mrs Minnie Vincentfor permission to add to and alter a dwelling on a portion of Lot 34, Tract No.2731, and a portion of the abandoned Southern Pacific right-of-way located at 900 Golden West Ave., even though this lot is only 40 feet wide but contains more than the required area. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the Plan- ning Commission as set forth above, be and is hereby approved and the request of Mrs. Minnie Vincentbe and is hereby granted. Said motion was seconded~y Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commendins for denial the request of Wilbur Smith for a change of setback lines at 652 W. Duarte Road. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission as set forth above, be tabled pending the hearing to be held be- fore the City Council on the above matter at 8:00 o'clock P.M., June 2, 1948. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending that the business license issued Mr. Carl Allen permitting the operation of a miniature train on Morlan Place be revoked, since in the opinion of this Commission this is in violation of the Zoning Ordinance. Mr. Carl Allen spoke on behalf of his continued operation of said miniature train. Mr. Ralph Antrim verbally supported the position of the Plan- ning Commission. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the recommendation'of the Planning Commission hot be accepted. since the Council is of the opinion the operation of a miniature train in an M-I zone is not more detrimental or obnoxious than other types of business permitted in this zone, and that Carl Allen be and is hereby permitted to operate said miniature train at this location, provided there be no excessive noise and the operation be only between the hours of ten A.M. until dark. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing 1.(j86 Communication vas presented from the Planning Commission recommending for approval final maps of proposed Tracts Nos.13495 and 13726, being the Westerly extension of Magna Vista Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, uhat the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final maps of proposed Tracts Nos.13495 and 13726, be and the same are hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said maps and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to I certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tracts Nos.13495 and 13726, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 307 of said City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Oouncilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval final map of proposed Tract No.15337, being the connection between San Miguel Drive and Santa Inez Drive, subject to the granting of a ten foot drainage easement along the rear line of Lots 20 and 21. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be and is hereby accepted, and that final map of proposed Tract No.15337 be and the same is hereby approved and accept- ed, subject to the granting of a IO foot drainage easement along the rear line of Lots 20 and 21, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized I and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and suffi- cient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 15337 pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No.307 of said City of Arcadia. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for tentative approval map of proposed Tract No.14940, locat- ed on Colorado Street North of the Race Track, subject to the street drainage being vorked out to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted and that tentative map of proposed Tract No.14940 be given approval, subject to the condition that the street drainage be worked out to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending that the request of Mr. Sullivan for a 60 day leave of absence be approved. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be and is hereby approved, and Mr. Sullivan be granted a 60 day leave of absence from his duties as a member of the Planning Commission. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission stat- ing that it vas the opinion of the Commission that no action is nec- essary on Amendment No.106 to the Master Plan of Highways of Los Angeles ,County, since this amendment removes Orange Grove Avenue as a proposed major highway. /. Said communication was ordered placed on file. I Communicabion was presente~ from James e. Bone advising the Council that the claim of the Estate of Edna S. Buhler, deceased, against Bent H. Greve, d.b.a. Western Tree and Truck Service, and the City of Arcadia et aI, has been satisfied and all necessary releases have been executed by the Estate of Edna S. Buhler, deceased. Said communication was ordered placed on file. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1768 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, PROVIDING FOR ADDITIONAL PERSONNEL IN THE COMPETITIVE SERVICE OF SAID CITY." 1.fl87 The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1768 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing I City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention No.1769 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE THAT CERTAIN STREET KNOWN AS GOLDEN WEST ROAD, LYING WESTERLY OF HUGO REID DRIVE, IN SAID CITY AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO THE PROPOSED VACATION." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. , Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No.1769 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing City Attorney Cornyo presented and read Resolution No.1770 entitl- ed: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DETERMINING THE NATURE, LOCATION AND EXTENT OF THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF CONCRETE GUTTERS AND OIL MACADAM PAVEMENT ON A PORTION OF ALTA STREET, IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DEFINING THE BOUNDARIES OR EXTENT OF THE DISTRICT OR LANDS TO BE SPECIALLY ASSESSED TO PAY THE COST THEREOF AND DETERMINING THE STATUTE UNDER WHICH SAID PROCEEDINGS SHALL BE CONDUCTED." I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1770 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1771 entitl- ed: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING THE REPORT OF THE CITY ENGINEER OF SAID CITY IN THE MATTER OF THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF ALTA STREET IN SAID CITY AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND MATURITY OF AND RATE OF INTEREST UPON BONDS TO BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT UNPAID ASSESSMENTS FOR SAID PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution ~o.1771 as Dead. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None . ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Motion by Councilman Boucher, that proposed Ordinance No.707 en- titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DISAPPROV- ING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY TO SAID CITY, DESIGNATED AS "WEST ARCADIA ANNEX NO.3", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing The title of said Ordinance havingbeen read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.707. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing I Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No.707. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Councilman Nugent left his seat at the Council table at 9:29 o'clock. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that proposed Ordinance No.708 en- titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,CALIFORNIA, MAKING IT UNLAWFUL FOR ANY PERSON TO OBSTRUCT ANY PUBLIC PLACE OR ANY 1(j88 ENTRANCE OR EXIT TO ANY PLACE OF BUSINESS. ", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Ewing and Nugent The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.708. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that proposed Ordinance No.709 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, TO BE KNOWN AS THE UNIFORM ELECTRICAL CODE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CREATING THE OFFICE OF CHIEF ELECTRICAL INSPECTORt PRESCRIBING HIS DUTIES AND AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF ELECTRICAL PER- ~TS AND FOR INSPECTIONS AND FIXING THE FEES THEREFOR; REGULATING THE INSTALLATION, ARRANGEMENT, ALTERATION, REPAIR, MAINTENANCE AND OPER- ATION OF ELECTRIC WIRING, ELECTRIC FIXTURES, AND OTHER ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES AND EQUIPMENT; PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION OF THE SAME; REPEALING ORDINANCE NUMBER 128 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH, AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THAT CERTAIN PRINTED ELECTRICAL CODE PRINTED IN BOOK FORM ENTITLED" UNIFORM ELECTRICAL CODE", PUBLISHED BY THE PACIFIC COAST ELECTRICAL BUREAU, THREE COPIES OF WHICH ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK FOR USE AND EXAMINATION BY THE PUBLIC.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Ewing and Nugent The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.709. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that proposed Ordinance No.710 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, RELATING TO DISASTER, PROVIDING FOR THE CREATION OF A DISASTER COUNCIL, PRESCRIBING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE MEMBERS THEREOF AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SUCH ORDINANCES.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Ewing and Nugent The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.710. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that proposed Ordinance No.711 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDERING CHANGE OR MODIFICATION OF GRADE IN PORTIONS OF COLORADO BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO.701 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTED MARCH 30, 1948.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp'and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Ewing and Nugent The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.711. Mayor Russell asked the City Engineer for a report on the re- quest of John W. Willott et al and the Arcadia Safety Council for the various cutovers on Santa Anita Ave. The City Engineer reported that several more cutovers will be necessary in the near future, and recommended this matter be held in abeyance until the beginning of the next fiscal year so that provision can be made for the cost of such cutovers. Said requests were referred to the Finance Committee for further investigation and report. Councilman Nugent resumed his seat at 9:44 P.M. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the Chief of Police be and is hereby authorized to purchase filing equipment described in his communication dated May 4, 1948, at a cost not to exceed $450.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing I I I I I . 1{j89 Councilman Nugent requested that the request of the Chief of Police for the re~odeling of the Police Station be tabled at this time. The Chief of Police verbally withdrew his request for such remodeling. The report of the City Engineer regarding the cost of opening the crossing at Sunset Blvd. at its intersection with the Pacific Electric tracks, was given further discussion at this time. The matter vas referred to the City Attorney for further investi- gation and report. Motion by Councilman Klomp that Holand J. Feltrop, 305 Mar Vista, Pasadena, and Ji~e Gressett, 222 E. Lemon, Monrovia, be employed as Meter Readers in the Water Department at the minimum starting salary es- tablished for this position, pluS the cost of living increase, such em- ployment to start at the earliest possible date. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Councilman Klomp asked that the request of the Chamber of Com- merce for an appropriation in the amount of $837.20 for the printing of Brochures be tabled. Mayor Russell so ordered. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the Water Superintendent be authorized to have installed approximately 540 feet of castiron pipe on Colorado Blvd. No~thwest from Oakhurs~ Lane, at a cost not to exceed $500.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Motion by Councilman Klomp that the Water Superintendent be and is hereby authorized to make arrangement with the Roscoe Moss Company to install approximately 40 feet of 12" well .casing and sand pump the well now owned by Mrs. Mary C..Longley, at EI Monte and Palm Drive, at a cost not to exceed $700.00, the purpose of such pumping to determine the probable flow of water of this well. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: CounCilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Fire Dept. --------- 2195 to 2197 Incl. City Clerk --------- 1927 Garage ---~--------- 2098 Street Dept. ------- 2097 Water Dept. -------- 2492 to 2509 Incl. Motion by Couhollman Nugent that Warrants Nos.1603 to 1680 in- clusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, arid the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried. on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Ewing Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ?E/~~ Mayor ATTEST: eLf: Clerk 1690 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California. June 2, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place: PRESENl' : ABSENl': Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent Councilman Russell The City Clerk advised the Council that in the absence of Mayor Russell it would be necessary for them to select one of their number as Chairman of the Council and lMyor protempore. I Motion by Councilman Klomp that Councilman Nugent beoome temporary Chairman and Mayor protempore of the Counoil. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Bouoher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Ewing and Klomp NOES: None NOT VOTING: Counoilman Nugent ABSENT: Counoilman Russell . Mayor protempore Nugent took his seat as presiding officer of the Couno i1. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman xw/ing and unanimousll carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held 1~y 18, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. Chairman Nugent announced this was the time and place set for the hearing of protests regarding setback lines on a portion of Duarte Road as set forth in Resolution of Intention No. 1766. The City Clerk advised the Council no written protests had been filed. Mr. Bone spoke in favor of these setbacks. I Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendations of the Planning Commission be and are hereby accepted, and that the petition of Wilbur Smith for a ohange of setback at 652 W. Duarte Road be and is hereby granted for the period of time of the zone variance which was previously granted Mr. Smith at that address. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Counoilman Russell Communioation was presented from the Planning Commission making final report on the proposed rezoning of certain property located on the East side of El Monte Ave. between Las Tunas Drive and Live Oak Avenue, and recommending such rezoning be changed from Zones R-l and R-3 to Zone C-l under certain conditions as set forth in said communication. Communioation was also presented from James C. Bone calling attention to the fact that the Zoning Aot of the State of California re- quires a publio hearing to be held in this matter. Mr. Bone spoke further in this matter. I Motion by Counoilman Klomp that a public hearing be held in this matter at 8:00 o'clock P.M., on June 15, 1948, at whioh time all interested parties may appear before the Council and have an apportunity to be heard, and further, that the City Clerk is hereby ipstructed to prepare and publish in accordance with the law, notice of said hearing. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Bouoher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell Communioation was presented from the Planning Commission recommending for approval the request of the Union Oil Company, re- questing an exception to the setback line on Huntington Drive and San Rafael Road to allow the placing of two light posts near the property line, provided no signs of any kind be allowed outside of the setback line. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the I Planning Commission be and is hereby accepted and the request of the Union Oil Company be and is hereby granted subject to the conditions set forth above. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell Petition was presented from Jack Clift et al requesting the I 1.fi91 City of Arcadia and the State Highway Department re-establish the orosswalk between First Avenue and Santa Anita Avenue at a more con- venient point. The Chief of Police reported that he and the Street Superinten- dent had conferred with the State .Highway officials and had selected a new location for such a crosswalk. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the crosswalk between First Avenue and Santa Anita Avenue on Huntington Drive, be re-located and marked in accordance with the plans agreed upon by the Chief of Polioe, Street Superintendent and the State Highway offioials. Said motion was seconded by Counoilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, ~7ing, Klomp and Nugent OO~:~M ABSENT: Councilman Russell Communication was presented from the Arcadia Junior Chamber of Commerce requesting permission to hold a private dance at Carpenter's Cafe, 125 W. Huntington Dr., on the evening of June 22, 1948. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the request of the Junior Chamber of Commeroe as set forth above be and is hereby granted. Communioation was presented from the Southern California Edison Company requesting permission to remove two tall Palm trees and one black Acacia at 1302 S. Eighth Ave. which are creating a local hazard. The street Superintendent reported he saw no objeotion to the removal of these trees. Motion by Counoilman Ewing, seconded by Counoilman Boucher and unanimously oarried, that the request of the Southern California Edison Company as set forth above be and is hereby granted, and they be allowed to remove said t~ees provided it is done at their expense. Communication was presented from William B. Barry requesting permission to remove certain Deodar trees directly in front of C-l pro- perty on the North side of West Huntington Drive between the points 120 feet to 200 feet West of Old Ranch Road. The Street Superintendent asked the Street Committee for investigation. request. that this request be referred to Mr. Barry spoke in favor of his Motion by Councilman Bouoher, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the request of Mr. Barry for the removal of certain trees be referred to the Street Committee with power to aot. Communication was presented from Harry C. Holmes, Captain in the Fire Department, tendering his resignation effective June 16, 1948, and requesting that he be paid for earned vacation time. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the resignation of Harry C. Holmes be accepted and that he be allowed earned vacation time due him. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent OO~:~M ABSENT: Councilman Russell Communioation was presented from J. B. McChesney protesting certain practioes in billing in the Water Department. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Counoilman Bouoher and unanimously carr!ed, that said oommunication be referred to the Water Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the City Treasurer requesting the transfer of an additional $300.00 into the Arcadia Library pay roll aooount, and an additional $6000.00 into the general pay roll account, in order that these accounts may not be overdrawn between Council meetings. Motion by Counoilman Ewing that the request of the City Treasurer as set forth above be and is hereby granted, and she be and is hereby authorized to transfer the above named sums into the above mentioned aocounts. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NO~: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell Communication was presented from Koebig & Koebig reoommending the employment of Raymond Osborne Laboratories for making hydrostatic pressure and loading tests of sewer lines for Sanitary Sewer Improvements, Assessment 1(;92 District No. W-43 of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the Raymond Osborne Labora- tories, 110 W. 9th St., Los Angeles, be employed to make the above mentioned tests for a fee of $3.00 per hour. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell Communication wa~ presented from the Personnel Board advis- ing that there is an eligible list of two names for Equipment Opera~ tor Laborer in the Street Department. Said communication was ordered placed on file. I Communication was presented from the Pers.onnel Board sub- mitting the name and address of the one and only individual on the eligible list for Assistant Building Inspector, viz: Emmet D. Camomile, 2667 Oneida St., Pasadena Motion by Councilman Klomp that Emmet D. Camomile be employed as Assistant Building Inspector at the beginning advertised salary of $200.00 per month, plus $40.00 mileage allowance. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising that the following named individuals in the Street Department have worked over-time by the number of hours set opposite their respective names, and recommending they be paid overtime pay on a straight time bas is: I Paul Armstrong --------- 40 Hours S. L. Stephens --------- 20 " Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the City Engineer be and is hereby accepted and the above named indivi-. duals be paid overtime on a straight time basis for the number of hours work shown. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Erling, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell Communication was presented from the City Engineer requesting that he be allowed his vacation to commence the latter part of June and end about the middle of August. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the request of the City I Engineer as set forth above be and is hereby granted, and he be allowed two weeks vacation with pay, the balance to be taken without pay, such vacation to be approximately from the latter part of June to the middle of Aueust. . Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None . ABSENT: Councilman Russell Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing the installation of at least ten signs evenly spaced between Colorado junction and Michillinda Avenue on the North side of Highway 66, such signs to read "NO PARKING AT ANY TIME". Said communication further recommended the speed limits be changed from the Y to Arcadia City limits from 55 miles per hour tq 35 miles per hour. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for investigation and report with power to act. Communication was presented from the Water Superintendent setting forth explanation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the Water Department for pay covering overtime work during the month of May 1948: Louis Wolf ----------- Orville L. Tulga ----- Donald Ott ----------- D. E. Frazier -------- John Frazier --------- John Markel ---------- 31t f4 l~ 7 35 Hours " " " " " I Motion by Councilman Klomp that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said ov~rtime on a straight time 1. (j93 basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing and Klomp NOES: Counc Uman Nugent ABSENT: Councilman Russell I The City Clerk presented First Supplemental Memorandum of,Agree- ment for Ex~enditure of 1/4 Cent Gas Tax for State Highways for the first half of 194e fiscal year in accordance with the project statements pre- sented by the City Engineer. . City Attorney, Cornyn then introduced and read in full Resolution No. 1775 entitled: 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING MEMORAIIDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR EXPENDITURE OF 1/4 CENT GAS TJ\X ALLOCATED FOR STATE HIGHWAYS." The provisions of said Resolution were than discussed. Mot ion by Counc ilman Klomp that Res.olution No. 1775 be and is here- by adopted. Said motion was seconded ~y Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell I City Attorney Cornyn presented a proposed Agreement to be entered into between the City of Arcadia and Lewis E. Wallis and Frances Wallis, husband and wifel and George Bissell and lmry Bissell, husband and wife, granting to the uity of Arcadia an easement for sewer purposed over the land owned by the grantors and providing for indemnification of the grantors by the City aginst damage thereunder. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the proposed Agreement be and is hereby approved as read, and the City of Arcadia accept from the above named grantors an easement for sewer purposed over the land owned by said grantors, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said agreement on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell City Attorney Cornyn presented and read a proposed supplemental Agreement to be entered into between the City of Arcadia apd the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society, setting forth hours of service and teI~ of paymant. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the proposed supplemental Agree- ment be approved as read, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized and directed to sign such supplemental agreement on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Counoilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Counoilmen Bouoher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1772 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AUTHORIZING THE PAYMENT OF SAURY TO CITY EMPLOYEES EMPLOYED ON A REGULAR MONTHLY BASIS, UPON THE 5TH DAY AND THE 20TH DAY OF EACH CALENDAR MONTH." The .provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1772 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell . City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1773 entitled: "A RESOLUTION o I" THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTING BUDGET AS SE'):' FORTH IN PROJECT STATEMENT NO. 16 DATED JUNE 2, 1948, PREPARED PUR- . SUANT TO SECTIONS 194 AND 195 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1773 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: CouncilmEn Russell 1694 City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1774 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO THE STATE BOARD OF PUBLIC HEALTH FOR PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT SANITARY SEWERAGE SYSTEM." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1774 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that proposed Ordinance No. 708 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING IT UllLAWFUL FUR ANY PERSON TO OBSTRUCT ANY PUBLIC PUCE OR ANY ENTRANCE OR EXIT TO ANY PLACE OF BUSINESS.", be gi veri its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Couno ilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 708. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinanoe No. 708. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Russell Motion by Councilman Ewing, that proposed Ordinance No. 709 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, TO BE KNOWN AS THE UNIFORM ELECTRICAL CODE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CREATING THE OFFICE OF CHIEF ELECTRICAL INSPECTOR, PRESCRIB- ING HIS DUTIES AND AUTHORITY; PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF ELEC- TRICAL PERMITS AND FOR INSPECTIONS AND FIXING THE FEES THEREFOR; RE- GULATING THE INSTALLATION, ARRANGEMENT, ALT~TION, REPAIRS, MAIN- TENANCE AND OPERATION OF ELECTRIC WIRING, ELECTRIC FIXTURES, AND. OTHER ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES AND EQUIPMENT: PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLA TroN OF THE SAME: REPEALING ORDINANCE NUMBER 128 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AND . ALL OTHER ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT TRERENITH, AND ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THAT CERTAIN PRINTED ELECTRICAL CODE PRINT- ED IN BOOK FORM ENTITLED: "UNIFORM ELECTRICAL CODE", PUBLISHED BY THE I PACIFIC COAST ELECTRICAL BUREAU, THREE COPIES OF WHICH ARE ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK FOR USE AND EXAMINATION BY THE PUBLIC." Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc llmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Counoil waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 709. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 709. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that proposed Ordinanoe No. 710. entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, REUTING TO DISASTERS, PROVIDING FOR THE CREATION OF A DISASTER COUNCIL, PRESCRIBING THE POWERS AND DUTIES OF THE MEMBERS THEREOF AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF SUCH ORDINANCE.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: I 1.695 AYES: Counoi1men Bouoher, Evling, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENI': Couno ilman Russell The title of said Ordinanoe having been read there was a motion by Counoilman Klomp, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 710. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Boucher .and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell 'Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 710. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Evling, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell Motion by Councilman Ewing, that proposed Ordinance No. 711 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDERING CHANGE OR MODIFICATION OF GRADE IN PORTIONS OF COLORADO BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 701 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED MARCH 30, 1948.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Counoilman Russell The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 711. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENr: Councilman Russell Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 711. Said motion waS seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell Motion by Councilman Klomp, that proposed Ordinance No. 712 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, FIXING AND ES- TABLISHING THE NAME OF A CERTAIN STREET, TO WIT, LA ROSA ROAD.", be intro- duced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by CounCilman Ewing and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Evling, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT:'Counoi1man Russell The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 712. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that proposed Ordinance No. 713 en- titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DEFINING CERTAIN NUISANCES AND PROHIBITING THEIR MAINTENANCE.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSEI~: Councilman Russell The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 713. Motion by Councilman Ewing, that proposed Ordinanoe No. 714 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 326 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED DECEMBER 3, 1935, PROHIBITING THE DESTRUCTION OF TREES AND SHRUBS PLANTED IN PUBLIC PLACES.", be introduoed end read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Counc l1man Russell The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 714. !.lotion by Councilman Klomp that the Water Superintendent be and is hereby authorized to give the old building at No.2 Pump site on Orange 1696 Grove Avenue to ~w. Arnold in payment fo~ tearing down said building and cleaning up No.2 pump ~ite. Said motion WaS seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Evling, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Counoilman Russell Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Bouoher I and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby in- structed to enter into negotiations with ~~. Searles and Mrs. Longley for the pl~chase of the lbt only on which is now situated the present unusable well, said negotiations not to include any consideration for the existing well. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the following persons be employed as Municip~l-Laborers in the Water Department under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, at $185.00 per month, plus the $15.00 per month cost-of-living in- crease, such employment to be come effective June 2, 1948: 1 - Thomas Benjamin Poyner 2 - Edwin Highton 3 - John Edward Thomas 4 - Henry t~llins Norton 5 - 1hnuel Saucido Ramirez Said motion was seconded by Councilman &ving and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell I Motion by Councilman Klomp that the Water Superintendent be and is hereby authorized to sell one No. 38226 Remington Rand Safe Ledger tray cabinet with two trays, to Business Systems, Inc., for the sum of $75.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell The Street Superintendent reported that to install traffic signals at the intersection of Baldwin Ave. and Huntington Drive would cost approximately $16,000.00. He further reported that he and the Chief of Police had investigated the request of the Church of the Good Shepherd for the installation of additional street lights on Holly Avenue and Duarte Road, and the establishment of crosswalks on those streets near the church. l~ recommended additional street lights be installed, but advised against crosswalks. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the City Engineer be instruct- ed to install additional street lights on Holly Avenue 250 ft. south of Duarte Road, and on Duarte Road 250 ft. west of Holly Ave. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Russell City Attorney Cornyn reported he was still negotiating with the Railway and other interested parties regarding payment of the cost of the proposed Sunset Blvd. crossing at the Pacific Electric tracks. Motion by Counoilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: City Clerk --------- 1928 Fire Dept. --------- 2198 to 2200 Incl. Police Dept. ------- 2209 to 2211 " Street Dept. ------- 2099, 2100, 2751 Water Dept. -------- 2510 to 2525 Inol. Motion by Councilman Ewing, that Warrants Nos. 1681 to 1762 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Nugent NOES: None ABSENT: Counc llman Russell 1.(l97 Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried, that the meeting adjourn. l~' r ' ATTEST: I ~4 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California. June 15, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None I Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held June 2, 1948, be add the same are herebyapproved. Mayor Russell announced this was the time and place set for the hearing of protests regarding the vacation of a portionof Golden West Road as set forth in Resolution of Intention No.1769. The City Clerk presented and read a letter from the Pacific Tele- phone and Telegraph Co. inquiring about an easement for construction, oper- ation and maintenance of telephone and telegraph structures on this property. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and un- animously carried, that further action in the vacation of this portion of GOlden West Road be postponed until the City Attorney has had time to in- vestigate and report regarding the possible interest of the Pacific Tele- phone and Te 1 egraph Co. (~~. Cl~.~.u _ ~~,. 7 /'1" I Mayor Russell announced this was the time and place set for the hearing of protests if any, regarding the re-zoning of the East side of EI Monte Avenue between I,as Tunas Avenue and T ive Oak Avenue. Miss Arlene Saylin spoke on behalf of the petitioners, and urged the granting of this rezoning. Mr. ~ames Bone spoke on behalf of a group desiring to protest the granting of the rezoning. Mrs. Simpson, Mr. Messick, Mrs. Porter, Mrs. Willeband and Mr. Brill presented further verbal protests. Miss Saylin presented further verbal argument in favor of the granting of such rezoning. Motio~ by Councilman Ewing, that the recommendation for the change of zone as recommended by the Planning Commission not be accepted and the petition of Harold Jackson et al be and is hereby denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as fol]ows: AYES: Cou~cilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Ewing that the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to prepare an Ordinance amending Section 2 of Ordinance No.63~ so as to prOVide for a conditional variance as originally recommended by the Planning Commission and the City Council. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russel~ NOES: None The City Clerk presented a telegram from W. R. Hotchkins protesting the passage of Ordinance NO.713. Councilman Klomp made the following motion: Whereas, Ordinance No.713 was proposed for the purpose of enforcing certain unsanitary con- ditions which now exist in the City of Arcadia, but, whereas, Sections3, 4, and 5 of such Ordinance would, by its wording and meaning, cause a misunder- standing and a hardship to the poultry ~ndustry in the City. I, therefore, move that said Ordinance No.713 be denied and that the City Attorney be instructed to meet together with the Committee on Ordinance and that they 1698 review the Ordinance now on the Statute Book. If they find that such Ordinance is by itself insufficient to take care of the conditions now existing that they, the Committee, revise said Ordinance, and that a copy of the new revised Ordinance be sent to each member of the Council for its consideration before it is voted on at the re- gular Council meeting. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Several persons spoke both against and in favor of sanitary regulations. Mayor Russell announced the Council would recess for a period of ten minutes. The Council recessed at 9:25 P.M. and resumed their seats at 9:42 P.M. Communication was presented from Mrs. Floyd L. Miller re- questing information as to what services were rendered for taxes paid to the City of Arcadia. Said communication was referred to the Street Committee to investigate and report. Communication was presented from H. E. Park protesting the installation of temporary sidewalks and suggesting permanent sidewalks be constructed on Baldwin Avenue between Huntington Drive and Duarte Rd. The City Clerk was instructed to advise Mr. Park as to the procedure to be followed in obtaining permanent sidewalks under the 1911 Improvement Act. I Communication was presented from M. J. Groat, M.D., request- ing permission for the Temple City National Rifle Association Junior Rifle Club to use the Arcadia Rifle Range for shooting classes and con- tests. Communication was also presented from the Chief of Police approving Dr. Groat's request. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the request of Dr. Groat be and is here- by granted, and the Temple City National Rifle Association Junior Rifle Club be allowed to use the City of Arcadia Rifle Range under the super- vision of the Chief of Police, and providing thet they obtain adequate insurance for the protection of the City against claims for injury or damage. Communication was presented from Thad Omohundro requesting permiss10n to remove a tree at 2620 S. Santa Anita Ave. Mr. Watson stated he desired the Street Committee to in- spect this tree. The matter was referred to the Street Committee with power I to act. Communication was presented from May Reed protesting the operation of a fish wagon USing a loud horn to attract attention. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby instruct- ed to notify May Reed that this business as conducted is not in violation of any City Ordinance. Communication was presented from the Holly Avenue Parent Teachers Assn. protesting the condition of the decomposed granite walks on Holly Ave. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Atchsion Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad regarding the abandonment of a 2 inch temporary water line under their tracks at Mile Post 124 t 4600 ft. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the Mayor and City Clerk be and are I hereby authorized to sign a mutual termination agreement between the Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad and the City of Arcadia covering the abandonment of this temporary water line. Communication was presented from the Councy of Los Angeles Health Department enclosing proposed agreement to be entered into be- tween the City of Arcadia and the Health Department of Los Angeles covering Health services for the fiscal year 1948-49. Said communication and agreement was taken under advisement and the City Clerk was instructed to notify the County Health Office of this action. Communication was presented from the Loan Agency of the Re- I I I 1699 construction Finance Corporation enclosing a proposed absolute assign- ment to the Recons.truction Finance Corporation of the lessee's inter- est under the sub-lease to be executed by the Western Prime Lumber Co. and the Park Sales Co. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that said communication be referred to the City Attorney and City Engineer for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for final approval map of Tract No.14172 located on Eighth Avenue South of Norman Avenue, subject to the following conditions: I - That lots shown as Numbersl9, 20 and 21 be made into two lots. 2 - That the street improvement be subject to the approval of the City Engineer as to drainage. 3 - That a turn around in the curb be constructed at the South end of the street. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the Plan- ning Commission be and is hereby approved, and that final map of propos- ed Tract No.14l72 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, subject to the conditions set forth above, and the City Clerk is hereby authoriz- ed and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract NO.14172, pur- suant to Section 3 of Ordinance No.307 of said City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Department of Recreation setting forth its monthly report and making the following requests: 1 - Permission to print a leaflet to be sent through School Children to parents. 2 - Permission to hire assistants for the Summer recreation program as set forth in said communication. 3 - Authority to purchase typewriter for the Recreation Dept. office. Also enclosed in the communication were copies of the Minutes of the regular meeting of the Recreation Department and copy of a letter sent to the Board of Trustees of the ~rcadia City School District. Councilman Nugent inquired of Chairman Russell as no nhe re- sidences of the proposed individuals to be employed for the Summer pro- gram. The City Clerk informed the Council there would be available a typewriter from his office for the.use of the Recreation Commission. Mr. Russell requested that action be taken on the employment of various personnel for the Summer recreation program. He was informed the Commission had the Council's permission to start this program with final decision as to its ultimate extent to be made after the Finance Committee had prepared estimate of expenditures for the fiscal year 1948-49. . Communications from the City Engineer were read advising of the completion of grading, paving, curbs, gutter and sewers in the following Tracts: Nos. 14460, 13367, 15038, 13726, 13495 Motion by Councilman Ewing that the report of the City Engineer be and is hereby approved, and that the grading, paving, curb, gutters and sewers in each Tract be accepted and made a part of the street and sewer system of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Personnel Board calling attention to the fact that the $15.00 per month cost-of-living increase in wages expires June 30, 1948, and recommending this increase be contin- ued until the new Budget is approved. Councilman Nugent suggested this matter be taken under advise- ment and given further study, with further consideration to be given this matter at the meeting to be held June 30, 1948. Mayor Russell so ordered. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommend- ing to the Council the follOWing list of employees who will finish their 1."(00 probationar~ period on the dates set after theAr names and recommend- ing they be given permanent status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia; and further, that in the instances shown they be granted an increase in pay as set forth after their names: John Neuviller ~ilton S. Knight, Paul Armstrong ~illiam Bacome Steve L. Stephens Raise. 16, 1948 $10..00 1, 1948 10. 00 I, 1948 None I, 1948 10.00 1,1948 10.09 Asst Bldg Inspector Equip-Oper-Laborer II " 11 " July July July July .July II II Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimoUSly carried, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board be and is hereby accepted and the above named individuals be given permanent status under theRules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia at the indicated salaries effective the dates shown after their names, upon proper verification of these con- ditions and dates by the City Clerk. Communication vas presented from the Personnel Board report- ing on the Council's request for investigation of the advisability of appointing Richard Williams as Sergeant in the Police Department and having him trained especially in finger printing and photography for bhe Investigation Branch of the Police Dept. Said communication re- commended Richard Williams be made Sergeant and trained as set forth above. I Communication was also presented from the Chief of Police advising that Captain William S. Orr viII leave for Washington on July 8th and recommending Officer Richard Williams assume the duties of the Investigation office as of that date, and recommending further he be appointed Sergeant in the Police Department. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the recommendations of I the Personnel Board and the Chief of Police be accepted and that Richard Williams be appointed to the position of Sergeant Investigator in the Police Depa~tment at the beginning pay for Sergeant, plus $10.00 per month as Investigator. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recom- mending that the request of Roy Miller, Equipment-Operator-Laborer in the Street Department, for a leave of absence without pay for a period of two months beginning August 16, 1948, and ending October 15, 1948, be granted. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board as set forth above, be and is hereby granted and Roy Miller be granted leave without pay for the above descrived period of time. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board setting forth the eligible list for Pumpman in the Water Department as follows: I 1 - John E. Herrin 2 - Edward E. Hanna 3 - Jack V. Hanson, 28 Diamond St. 1029 N. Stewart Ave., 2119 N. Highland Arcadia Baldwin Park Hollywood 28 Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the Personnel Clerk be instructed to notify these individuals to appear for interview vith the Water Com- mittee at 7:30 o'clock P.M., June 21, 1948. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board setting ~orth the name of the only individual on the eligible list for Assistant City Engineer, as follows: Ralph Elwood Graham, 419 E. Colorado, Monrovia. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimOUSly carried, that the Personnel Clerk be instructed to notify Mr. Graham to appear for interview with the City Council, at 7:30 P.M., June 21, 1948. Communications were presented from the Personnel Board setting forth the eligible list for Meter Reader in the Water Depart- ment, and advising that the two previously selected were unable to take employment at this time, one having worked but one day and then resign- ing: 2 - Edward F. P. Morrison 4 - Gabriel W. Gutstein 5 - Emory Leonard Spencer 6 - Arthur H. Shunk 7330 Kelvin Ave. Canoga Park 70 E. Haven Ave. A~cadia 2427 N. Verdugo Rd.Glendale 89 Bonita Ave. Sierra Madre Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the Personnel Clerk be requested to notify the above mentioned individuals to appear for interview with the Water Committee at 7:30 P.M., June 21, 1948. Communication was presented from the Fire Chief advising I I I I r iU:.L that due to the resignation of Harry C. Holmes, certain vacancies have been created in the Fire Department, and setting forth recommend- ations for filling vacancies in the positions of Captain and Lieutenant, and requesting further the employment of an additional Hoseman from the eligible list. Said communication was referred to the Personnel Board for re- commendation. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing that Captain Orr be advanced the sum of $500.00 to cover expenses of his trip to Washington to attend Federal Bureau of Investigation School and training course. Motion by Councilman Boucher that Captain Orr be advanced the sum of $500.00 with the understanding that he keep a strict accounting of such money and any surplus to be returned to the City Treasury or any additional expenses incurred by him to be paid to him upon return from Washington. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communications were presented from the Chief of Police advising that Captains Eric R. Topel, William S. Orr and Kenneth B. Leslie will have completed their probationary period as Captains in the Police De- partment and recommending they be given permanent status under the Rules and regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, effective June 16, 1948. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that Said communications be referred to the Per- sonnel Board for recommendation and report. Communication was presented from the City Clerk requesting he be authorized to advertise for sealed bids to be received up to 8:00 o'clock P.M., June 30, 1948, covering legal printing and advertising for the City of Arcadia for the fiscal year 1948-49. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the request of the City Clerk as set forth above be granted, and he be authorized to call for the above mention- ed bids. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing that Louis F. Sihler be given a $50.00 per month ~leage allowance for the use of his car in the collection of business licenses. Motion by Councilman Nugent that Louis F. Sihler be given the customary City mileage allowance of $40.00 per month for the use of his car in the performance of City business. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Engineer recommending that the request of O. E. Kellar, an employee of the Street Department, for leave of absence of one month commencing June I, 1948 and ending July I, 1948, be granted. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that O. E. Kellar be granted a leave of absence without pay, for the above described period of time. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission request- ing authority to hire a stenographer to be used in Planning Commission meetings only on hearing nights, since the Commission believes it to be to the best interest of the City to have a complete record of all testi- mony presented at such hearings. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the Secretary of the Planning Commission be and is hereby directed to investigate the costs and the personnel avail- able for Euch duties, and to report to the Council at its meeting to be held on June 30, 1948. R City AttorneY Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.l775 en- , titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFOR- NIA ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA. " The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of ResolutionNo. 1775 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None 1.702 Motion by Councilman Ewing, that proposed Ordinance No.712 enti tled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, FIXING AND ESTABLISHING THE NAME OF A CERTAIN STREET, TO WIT, LA ROSA ROAD.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a I motion by Councilman Ewing, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.712. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No.712. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that proposed Ordinance NO.714 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.326 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED DECEMBER 3, 1935, PROHIBITING THE DESTRUCTION OF TREES AND SHRUBS PLANTED IN PUBLIC PLACES.", be given its second and final reading. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: The title of said Ordinance motion by Councilman Klomp, that the ing of the body of Ordinance NO.714. Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll having been read there was a City Council waive the final Said motion was seconded by Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None read- AYES: Councilmen Boucher, ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Councilman Klomp moved the adoptionof Ordinance No.714. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Ewing, that proposed Ordinance No.715 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CHANGING THE SETBACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF DUARTE ROAD, A PUBLIC STREET IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA. ", be introduced and read in full. AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance NO.715. Motion by Councilman Ewing, that proposed Ordinance No.716 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PROHIBITING THE PARKING OF AUTOMOBILES OR OTHER VEHICLES ON A PORTION OF COLORADO BOULEVARD IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA.", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.716. Motion.by Councilman Nugent that the Ordinance governing the maintenance of the sign in front of the Derby Cafe at 105 E. Hunting- ton Drive be amended to permit the installation of a new sign in ac- cordance with the plans and specifications as shown. in the sketch presented to the Council. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Application for permission for puplic display of fireworks signed by the American Legion, Glen Dyer Post No.247, was presented. Said application bore the written approval of the Fire Chief, and was accompanied by the proper bond and insurance. I I :1703 Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the application of the Ameri- can Legion, Glen Dyer Post No.247, be and is hereby approved and they be granted permission to hold a public fireworks display under the supervision of the Fire Chief. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a lease betveen the City of Arcadia and Mrs. L. H. Eaton covering certain water lands owned by the City of Arcadia under the same terms and conditions as previously agreed, said lease to expire June 30, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Oouncilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Ewing, that theCity of Monrovia be request- ed to adopt a resolution giving its consent to the assumption of juris- diction by the City of Arcadia and authorizing the City Council of the City of Arcadia to take the required steps for the consummation of the work extending outside the City of Arcadia limits, and the levying, collecting and enforcement of assessments to cover the expenses of such work and the issuance and enforcement of bonds to represent un- paid assessment, relating to the opening of Seventh Avenue between Duarte Road and Camino Real, subject to the following conditions: (a) That neither Lot 66 owned by F. B. Chaffey nor Lot 67 owned by L. T. Frisbey shall be assessed for a distance of 250 feet south from Duarte Road to pay the cost of proposed street work, and (b) The proposed new street after entering Lot 66 within Arcadia on the South shall extend Northerly in a straight line to the City limit of the City of Arcadia, then curve gradually in an Easterly direction for a distance of 182 feet to a point 275 feet South of Duarte Road on the property line between Lots 66 and 67 where the proposed street continues in a straight line to Duarte Road through and along the West line of Lot 67. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES~ ~ouncilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Bouch~: a~~ unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and sup~lies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering; Genl Govt. Bldgs -------- 2753 to 2759 Incl. Police Dept. ------------ 2212, 2213 City Clerk -------------- 19~9 Water Dept -------------- 2526 to 2533 Incl. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Warrants Nos.1763 to 1771 in- clusive, and Nos.1773 to 1835 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and carriad, that the meeting adjourn to 7:30 o'clock P.M., Wednesday, June 30, 1948. cf5L<-~/ P<-J; /L/ Mayor ATTEST: $~~ /' City Clerk 1704 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia,California June 30, 1948, 7:30 o'clock P.M. Pursuant to the foregoing adjournment, the City Council of the City of Arcadia met in adjourned regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None ~ Mayor Russell announced this was the time and place set for the opening of bids for the legal printing and advertising for the City of Arcadia for the fiscal year 1948-49. The City Clerk opened and read the bid of the Arcadia Tribune and Arcadia Bulletin, which set forth prices as follows: First insertion of said printing - $ 1.10 per column inch Each subsequent insertion ________ .90 II II II To furnish copies of said printing and advertising on separ- ate sheets size 6 x 9 inches, at the rate of $2.50 for the first 25 copies and $1.00 for each additional 25 copies where the copy does not exceed 20 inches in length, plus an equal amount for each additional column or fraction thereof. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the bid of the Arcadia Tribune and Arcadia Bulletin be and is hereby accepted, covering legal printing and advertising for the City of Arcadia for the fiscal year 1948-49 at the prices set forth above. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval the petition of the Church of Christ for a zone variance for the construction and use of a church on First .Avenue south of Duarte Road in Zone R-I, and setting forth their reasons for their recommendation. Petition against the granting of the request of the Church of Christ signed by C. C. Anderson et al, was presented. Dr. Whitten presented further verba6 argument in favor of the granting of the re- quest of the Church of Christ. No verbal protests were presented. Motion by Councilman EWing that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as set forth above be and is hereby accepted, and the petition of the Church of Christ for a zone variance to allow the construction and use of a church on First Avenue South of Duarte Road in Zone R-l, be and is hereby granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Planning Commission recommending for approval the petition of J. A. Kramer for a zone variance to allow a storage warehouse to be located on the North side of Huntington Drive East of Morlan Place, provided: I - That the entire Huntington Drive fronta~e on the first floor level, and to a reasonable depth, be devoted to retail business as provided in Zone C-2. 2 - That the construction be similar to that shown in the photograph which was filed with the petition. 3 - That all loading and unloading be carried on only from the rear of the building. Written protest was presented from W. o. Hokanson. Mrs. C. M. Haeske presented a petition containing numerous signatures protest- ing against the granting of this request, and she also entered further verbal protest. Messrs. Everett Watt and Bryant presented verbal arguments in favor of the granting of this request. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be and is hereby accepted, and the petition of J. A. Kramer for a zone variance to allow a storage warehouse on the North side of Huntington Drive East of Morlan Place be granted subject to the conditions set forth in the recommendation of the Planning Commission. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I I I I I I ~705 Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval the petition. of Frances B. Farrell for a zone variance to allow a private parking lot on the South JOO feet of lot 33, Block 70, Santa Anita Tract, located on Alta St., provided a solid wall of cement blocks or similar materials, not less than four feet high be constructed along the East line of the lot. No verbal or written protests were presented. Motion by Councilman Ewing, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be and is hereby accepted, and the petition of Frances B. Farrel' be granted subject to the conditions set forth in the recom- mendation of the Planning Commission. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recom- mending for approval the request of Algat M. Sanders for permission to build on a lot 60 feet by 120 feet, located on Fifth Avenue North of California st., and containing less than 7500 square feet, and stating that such recommendation was made since California st. is a dead end against the Santa Fe Railway tracks at the end of the street, and also since the lot has more than the required frontage. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved, and the request of Algat M. Sanders be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Planning Commission enclos- ing a report of a Committee appointed by the Planning Commission, includ- ing one member of the Safety Council, making recommendations governing the construction of curbs and sidewalks. Said report was read in full. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this report be referred to the City Attorney for the preparation of Ordinances placing in effect certain rules govern- ing the construction of curbs and sidewalks. Communication was presented from J. M. Moriarty presenting his resignation as a member of the Planning Commission effective immeidately. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman EWing and unanimously carried, that the resignation of J. M. Moriarty be accepted with regrets, and the City Clerk be and is hereby instructed to address a letter to Mr. Moriarty thanking him for the services he has rendered to the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from Donald A. Strawn presenting his resignation as a member of the Planning Commission effective July 1, 1948. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the resignation of Donald A. Strawn be accept- ed with regrets, and the City Clerk be and is hereby instructed to address a letter to Mr. Strawn thanking him for the services he has rend- ered to the City of Arcadia. Communications were presented from Mrs. T. W. Royer, Jeannette Van Krimpton, Charlotte L. Wilson and the Arcadia Safety Council, pro- testing the fly hazards and unsanitary condition of the poultry ranches. Some of these communications also objected to garbage disposal in the City of Arcadia. The City Clerk was instructed to address a letter to each of these individuals informing them of the conferences now being held with officials from the Los Angeles County Health Department toward the end of formulating a new sanitation Ordinance. Communication was presented from Brown & Garrie formally confirm- ing their oral offer made before the City Council on the 15th of June 1948, to assist the City Council in the formulating of an Ordinance re- gulating the operation of poultry ranches. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from Lawrence E. Ryerson, Marguerite J. Ryerson and Bauer & King, Inc., requesting a change of setback lines on certain lots in Tract No.6985 in the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that said communication be referred to the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia for investigation and report, and particularly to check upon the use of the property in accordance with previous variances granted. Communication was presented from Rancho Santa Anita protesting 1706 the placing of For Sale signs and flags on City parkings in Rancho Santa Anita, in front of properties now for sale. Said communication was referred to the Chief of Police, with instructions to enforce existing Ordinance covering these matters. Communication was presented from W. G. Reavis requesting per- mission to place advertising benches at bus sites in the City of Arcadia. The City Clerk was instructed to advise Mr. Reavis it would be necessary for him to submit a list of locations where he plans to place such benches before the Council can consider his request. Communication was presented from West Huntington Drive Home Owners Association, together with a petition signed by numerous property Owners of West Arcadia, requesting the Council to provide for a proper crossing extending Sunset Blvd. North across the Pacific Electric tracks. Mr. C. J. ~mith of the Home Owners Association, was informed of the nego~tions now in progress between the Pacific Electric Rail- way Company, the Railroad Commission of the State of California and the City of Arcadia. Said communication and petition were referred to the City Attorney to beplaced in his file. Communication was presented from the Safety Council of the City of Arcadia requesting that a warrant be drawn in the sum of $10.00 to cover the cost of imprinting leaflets to be distributed as part of the Safety program for July. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the request of the Safety Council as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and that said warrant be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Applications for Owners Permit, Autos for hire-Taxicabs, were presented from the Valley Cab Co., Richard J. Lawless, and the Yellow Cab Company of Arcadia, requesting renewal of their licenses for' the fiscal year 1948-49. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the requests of the Valley Cab Co. to oper- ate four cars, Richard J. Lawless to operate one car and the Yellow Cab Company of Arcadia to operate one car, be and are hereby approv- ed, providing they comply with all rules and regulations of. the City of Arcadia pertaining to the operation of Taxicabs. Applications of Martin C. Lair, Fred Mursett, Philip Hirsh- koff and H. Erickson for owners permit to operate auto for hire, (limousine), were presented. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the above mentioned applications be re- ferred to the Chief of Police for investigation and recommendation. The City Clerk presented for reconsideration the proposed contract to be entered into between the County of Los Angeles Health Department and the City of Arcadia covering the services to be render- ed to the City of Arcadia by the County Health Officer. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the City of Arcadia enter into this proposed contract with the County of Los Angeles Health Depart- ment, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized :to sign said contract on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I I I Communication was presented from the City Engineer enclOSing a letter from Harold A. Barnett, Civil Engineer, requesting the install- ation of street lights in Tracts Nos.13367 and 10725 arid recommending I that this request be given considerable study relative to the install- ation cost and payment for such lighting system in the area, before same is approved. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that said communications be referred to the Street Committee for study and report. Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising of the completion of sewers, grading, concrete curbs, gutters and paving in Tract No.13872 according to plans and specifications of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and I I I :1707 unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be and is hereby accepted and the above mentioned work be made a part of the street and sewer systems of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising the following men had worked the number of hours overtime set opposite their names, as carpenters on the City Garage, and requesting they be paid overtime'on a straight time basis. Paul Armstrong Steve Stephens 46 hours 23 " Motion by Councilman Ewing that the recommendation of the City Engineer as set forth above, be and is hereby approved and the above named employeed be paid overtime on a straight time basis for the hours set opposite their respective names. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Water Superintendent setting forth explanation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the Water Department for pay covering overtime work during the month of June 1948; Louis Wolf ~---------- Orville L. Tulga ----- Donald Ott ----------- Manuel Ramierez ------ D. E. Frazier -------- John Frazier --------- John Cox ------------- John Markel ---------- Edwin Highton -------- John Thomas ---------- 25 Hours 32 " 50t " 39 " 8~ " 9!" 9 " 23 17t " 19 " " Motion by Councilman Klomp that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Communication was presented from the Water Superintendent advis- ing of the completion of the installation of water lines in Tracts Nos. 10725 and 13367 according to plans and specifications of the City of ArC/l.dia. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the water lines in Tracts Nos.10725 and 13367 be /l.nd are hereby accepted and made a part of the water system of the City of Arcadia. The City Clerk announced he had a communication from the ArC/l.dia Chamber of Commerce setting forth their semi-/l.nnual report and list of expenditures from December 31, 1947 to June 30, 1948 and unless the Council requested it be read in full, it would be on file in his office where they might inspect it. Said report was ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from Ruth M. Knisley offering $10.00 for an old extra typewriter now available in the office of the City Clerk. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the offer of Ruth M. Knisley for this typewriter be and is hereby accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Chief of Police making re- commendations and submitting a plan for consideration and approval of certain crosswalks and Stop Signs to be located near the new El Rancho Market on Sunset Blvd. and Huntington Drive. Said communication was referred to the Street Committee for in- vestigation and report. Communication was presented from the City Clerk requesting the appointment of Miss June Cock8edge a8 Junior Stenographer-Account Clerk in the office of the City Clerk, at a salary of $160.00 per month, plus the cost of living bonus, with the understanding that Miss Cocksedge may be asked to take leaves of absence from time to time in case the work in the office does not warrant her full time employment. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the City Clerk be snd is hereby approved, and Miss June Cocksedge be employed on the terms as set forth in the request of the City Clerk, and under the Rules and regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia.. 1.708 Satd motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: ... ..' AYES: Councilmen Boucher, EYing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Recreation ~ommission requesting approval of the employment of the following named persons at the rate of pay indicated after their names, as Summer assistants in the Recreation program: Bob Baker -------- $1.30 per hr. I Mary Mott 1.30 " -------- Ru th Hll ts 1.50 " ------- Ruth Harpole 1.l0 " - - --- Motion by Councilman Klomp that the request of the Recreation Commission as set forth above, be and is hereby approved, and the above named persons be employed at the rate of pay set opposite their re- spective names, as Summer assistants in the Recreation program. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The City Clerk presented proposed lease to be entered into be- tween the City of Arcadia and Mrs. L. H. Eaton covering certain water lands in the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City of Arcadia enter into an agreement with Mrs. L. H. Eaton in accordance with the terms s~t forth in the above mentioned lease, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and are authorized to execute such lease on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from Victor H. Gunderson request- ing the re~location of street lights on Palm Drive between Holly Ave. and El Monte Ave. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that said communication be referred to the City Engineer for investigation and report. Communication was presented from Mr. and Mrs. F. P. Cantwell et al requesting the installation of "SLOW, CHILDREN AT PLAY" signs at each end of West Haven Avenue, since this street is used as a short cut between Foothill Blvd. and Santa Anita Avenue, and carried con- siderable traffic. ~otion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that said communication be referred to the Chief of Police for investigation with power to act. City Attorney Cornyn presented proposed lease to be entered into between the City of Arcadia, and George W. McKnight for the leas- ing of certain City water lands by said George W. McKnight, on the terms and conditions as set forth in previous leases. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the proposed lease with the City of Arcadia and George W. McKnight be and is hereby approved, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized to execute said lease on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilman Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented a plan for an agreement to be entered into between C. P. Cassady, the County of Los Angeles and the City of Arcadia, for the purpose of constructing a roadway from the County Park to the Civic Center and to Huntington Drive. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the City accept from C. P. Cassady a deed to a parcel of land approximately 40 ft by 100 ft. ad- jacent to the Northeast corner of the new Givic Center site, for the purpose of a roadway from theCounty Park to the Civic Center and to Huntington Drive, and that the City Attorney be .authorized to make the necessary application to the Public Utilities Commission for a crossing over the Pacific Electric Railway at that place. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Council~en Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyu presented and read a letter from Mike Radich & Company stating that said company had run into unusual diffi- culties in the installation of the sanitary sewer system in the City of Arcadia, and requesting that they be granted permission to enter into a sub-contract agreement with R. L. Herrin for the re-paving of certain streets where sewers are being installed. I I I I I I :1709 City Attorney Cornyn then presented and read in full proposed Resolution NO.1779 entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING FINDINGS OF FACTS CONSTITUTING PUBLIC EMERGENCY OR NECESSITY AND APPROVING AND PERMITTING PROPOSED SUBCONTRACT FOR REPAVING." WHEREAS, Mike Radich & Co., contractor, is currently engaged in the performance of certain sewer work under the Improvement Act of 1911 pursuant to Resolution No.1725 of this City Council adopted on the l.Oth day of November 1947 and under a contract awarded by this City Council by Resolution No.1755 adopted on the 30th day of March 1948, said contract being dated April 15, 1948 and executed by arid between said contractor and G. B. Watson, as Superintendent of Streets of said City; and WHEREAS, a letter signed by said contractor and dated June 28, 1948 has been presented to this City Council and to the. Engineer of Work for said work together with a proposed subcontract by and between said contractor and R. L. Heron, attached thereto; and WHEREAS, the contractor has requested in said letter that this City Council and said Engineer of Work approve and permit the execution and performance of said subcontract upon a flinding made under Chapter 2, Division 5, Title 1, of the Government Code of California; and WHEREAS, the contents of said letter and subcontract have been examined and this City Council is fUlly informed in the premises: NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Arcadia DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER as follows: . Section 1. That since the commencement of the work the said contractor, Mike Radich & Co., has encountered boulders, gravel, sand and other troublesome soil conditions which have made the work exceed- ingly and unexpectedly difficult and have retarded its progress. Be- cause of such conditions said contractor is substantially behind its projected time schedule for completion. Under these circumstances ultimate completion by the date prescribed in the contract is extremely doubtful, if not impossible. Over 45,000 feet of sewer trenches have been dug and refilled in the work done to date. No substantial amount of repaving has been done. The contractor has refrained from dOing such repaving because conditions of traffic and favorable weather for trench operations have required that all his available working forces be employed at trenching, pipe- laying and backfilling. Most of the trenches heretofore excavated now are dirt filled making the surface comparatively soft and irregular. They are a hazard to traffic and dangerous to life and property. The flow of traffic over them creates clouds of dust which disturb and in- convenience the residents of adjacent .property and cause untrenched portions of the street to be dirty. A search on the part of the con- tractor for the additional employees needed to expedite the work has been and will be slow and uncertain because of the lack of availability on the present labor market of unemployed competent workmen. The train- ing of additional workmen by the contractor would take time and men away from the prosecution of the rest of the work, thus further Slowing its progress. If Mike Radich & Co. now undertakes to do this repaving, it will seriously drain away working force and equipment from the rest of said work and unnecessarily delay and prolong the project. Public health and necessity require the sewer system to be completed and avail- able for use at the earliest possible date. The work will continue through the coming winter. Because of uncertainties of winter weather, the likelihood of unfavorable working conditions and the possibility of worse than average weather which would make quagmires of the unpaved trenches, it is urgent that the maximum force be employed now when the skies are clear and the weather favorable. Increased winter and spring a~tomotive traffic arising OUD of the oper- ation of the Santa Anita race track also contributes to the difficulties and uncertainties of work done during those seasons. Section 2. That the proposed subcontractor has expert crews ready to do the repaving described in said subcontract. No long search or training period would be involved. They and the equipment they use are in the immediate Arcadia area at the present time. The proposed suboontractor has done repaving work in Arcadia recently which has been done speedily and satisfactorily. If said proposed subcontract is per- mitted and performed the repaving provided for in said work will be done, thereby immediately alleviating the bad and dangerous conditions now existing, thereby probably making the sewer system available sooner, and thereby considerably reducing, during the progress of the work, the traffic hazards and dangers to life and property. Section 3. That pursuant to and in accordance with the provisions of Section 4105 of the Government Code of the State of California this City Council hereby finds that the facts set out in Section 1 hereof constitute a public emergency or necessity and hereby permits and ap- proves said proposed contract in order to meet said public emergency or necessity, and this City Council further finds that the public necessity and emergency require said subcontract. Section 4. That this Resolution shall be entered in full on the minutes of this City Council. ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED this 30th day of June, 1948. (SIGNED) C. LOREE RUSSELL Mayor of the City of Arcadia, California. :1'710 ATTEST: W. C. BILLIG City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, California (SEAL) STATE OF CALIFORNIA l COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CITY OF ARCADIA ss. I. W. C. BILLIG, City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, California, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted by the City Council of said city and was approved by the Mayor of said city at an adjourned regular meeting of said City Council held on the 30th day of June, 1948, and that it was so adopted by the fOllowing vote: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: Councilmen - None ABSENT: Councilmen - None (SIGNED) W. C. BILLIG City Clerk of the City of ~rcadia, California. The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution No.1779 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1776 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALI- FORNIA, ESTABLISHING MINIMUM AND MAXIMUM COMPENSATIONS FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, EFFECTIVE AS OF JUNE 30, 1948." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution No.1776 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution NO.1777 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, FIXING COMPENSATION OF EMPLOYEES OF SAID CITY." , I I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1777 as I read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1778 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMEND- ING RESOLUTIONS NOS.1776 AND 1777 AND PROVIDING FOR A TEMPORARY IN- CREASE IN THE COMPENSATION OF CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution No.1778 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll ~all as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Citr, Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1780 entitled: 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, PROVIDING FOR THE TRANSFER OF MONEYS TO THE "SPECIAL FUND FOR CAPITAL OUTLAYS", HERETOFORE CREATED BY ORDINANCE NO. 465, ADOPTED OCTOBER 2l, 1941." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1780 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and canried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, EWing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Ewing, that proposed Ordinance No.719 en- titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, I I ~'7:i:i CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN STREET KNOWN AS GOLDENWEST ROAD, LYING NORTHERLY OF HUGO REID DRIVE, IN SAID CITY,", be introduced and read in full. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.719. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the City Clerk be authorized and instructed to execute on behalf of the City of Arcadia Notice of Com- pletion of the work on the new Reservoir on Santa Anita Avenue by the Jas. R. Mathews Excavating Co. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Councilman Boucher.presented for discussion the question of whether or not the Boulevard Stop Signs on Santa Anita Avenue and First Avenue should be removed during the Summer months while school is not in session. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney is hereby authorized and instructed to prepare Resolutions authorizing the removal of Stop Signs on First Avenue at its intersection with California St. and Duarte Road, and on Santa Anita at its intersection with California St., Las Flores, Wisteria and Lemon. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the eligible list for the position of Assistant City Engineer be and is hereby abolished. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the Personnel Board of the City of Arcadia be and are hereby requested to hold an examination for the position of Assistant City Engineer, setting forth the same qualifications as des- cribed in previous calls for examination, at a salary of $390.00 to $425.00 per month, plus cost-of-living increase in wages. City Attorney Cornyn reported upon certain correspondence he has had with Los Angeles County Flood Control and the attorney for Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., regarding the flow of waters on, and the im- provement of Michillinda Avenue, stating that the County of Los Angeles was Willing to expend $60,000.00 for the installation of a pipe to carry the flow of flood waters. He further stated that in his opinion the City of Arcadia should not agree to a compromise, since it would involve a great expenditure on the part of the City to control said flood waters on Huntington Drive. Motion by Councilman Ewing, that the City Attorney be authorized and instructed to notify the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., through its attorney, that the City is unwilling to join in any compromise settle- ment of the pending lawsuit filed by the East Pasadena Development Association, based upon an agreement by the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., to side lots on Michillinda and the agreement of the County to repair that street, but that efforts of all concerned should be directed to working out a solution of the serious drainage problem which exists along Michillinda and Huntington Drive. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Mr. Zack verbally requested the installation of crosswalks on Duarte Road at its intersection with First Avenue, particularly since the Church of Christ has been granted a zone variance just below Duarte Road. Said request was referred to the Chief of Police and the City Engineer for investigation and report. Mayor Russell presented the name of Thomas Kelso for appointment as a ~ember of the Arcadia Library Board of Trustees for a three year term commenCing July 1, 1948. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the recommendation of the Mayor be and is hereby accepted and Mr. Kelso be and is hereby appointed as a member of the Library Board of the City of Arcadia for a three year term commencing July 1, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded byCouncilman Boucher and :1712 unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Police Dept. --------- 2214 to 2217 Incl. Street Dept. --------- 2760 to 2763 II. Motion by Councilman Ewing, that Warrants Nos.1836 .to 1937 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approv- ed and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are.hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Russell and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried, that the meeting adjourn. I ~~ Mayor ATTEST: < ~~ Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia,California July 6, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding, PRESENT: Councilmen Ewing, Nugent, Klomp and Russell ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and ~ unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held June 15, 1948, and the adjourned regular meeting held June 30, 194B, be and the same are hereby approved. . 'Mayor Russell announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for the hearing of protests against the improvement of certain portions of Alta Street as set forth in Resolution of In- tention No.177l. The City Clerk submitted and read the Investigation Report including the schedule of the estimated costs of the proposed improve- ment. No verbal or written protests were presented. Thereupon City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.17B3 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTING PROFILE AND IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF ALTA STREET. IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA.:' The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution No.17B3 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and RUBsell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.17B4 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AP- PROVING MAP OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF ALTA STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution No.1784 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher I I I I I I I 17.13 City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention No.17B5 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO IMPROVE PORTIONS OF ALTA STREET IN SA:I:D CITY, AND DECLARING SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT TO BE OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT AND DESCRIBING THE DISTRICT TO BE BEffEFITED BY SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT AND TO BE ASSESSED TO PAY THE COSTS AND EXPENSES THEREOF, AND DETERMINING THAT SERIAL BONDS SHALL BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT SAID COSTS AND EXPENSES AND FIXING A TIME FOR HEARING OB- JECTIONS TO SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT, OR TO THE EXTENT OF THE DISTRICT TO BE ASSESSED, OR BOTH.". - The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No.17B5. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the Council suspend the regular order of business 8!Xl.meet as a Board of Equalization. The Council again convened as a City Council at 8:lB P.M. Communication was presented from the 9BOth Field Artillery Battlion, a component of the California National Guard, requesting per- mission to hold a dance on July lOth at the American Legion Hall, 720 N. First Ave. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that the request of the 9BOth Field Artillery Batt- lion of the California National Guard to hold a dance be and is hereby granted. Communication was presented from the San Gorgonio P~ss Shrine Club thanking the City for the Police escort for its caravan through the City. Said communioation was ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from the Loan Agency of the Recon- struction Finance Corporation, making further explanation in the matter of Jas. C. and Jas. L. Smith, doing business as the Western Prime Lumber Co., requesting the City of Arcadia authorize a direct assignment of the lease from the Western Prime Lumber Company to the Park Sales Company and giving the latter Company authority to re-assign the leases to the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the City of Arcadia agree to the absolute assignment of the lease between the Western Prime Lumber Company and the City of Arcadia to the Reconstruction Finance Corporation, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized to exeCUDe such consent of assignment on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police stating it had been necessary to ca~l in certain special Officers for duby on the Fourth of July during the Fireworks celebration at the Countf Park, and recommending that they be paid overtime on the basis of '1.25 per hour for the number of hours set opposite their names as listed below: John Bigelow ------- 8 A. B. Miller-------- B Kenneth Rogers ----- 5 Motion by Councilman Ewing that the recommendation of the Chief of Police as set forth above, be and is hereby accepted and the above mentioned men be paid for the number of hours set opposite their re- spective names at the rate mentioned above. Hours II II Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Communication was presented from the Water Superintendent ad- vising of the completion of the installation of water pipes in Tracts Nos.1503B and 14460 according to specifications of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the report of the Water Superintendent be ac- cepted and that the water pipes in Tracts Nos.1503B and 14460 be accept- ed and made a part od the water system of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board stating that the fOllOWing named individuals have finished their probationary periOd as of the dates set opposite their names, and recommending they be given permanent status as Captains of Police under the Rules and Re- gulations of the Personnel System: William S. Orr ------ June 16, 194B :1'714 Eric R. Topel --------- June 16, 194B Kenneth B. Leslie ----- June 16, 1948 . Motion by Councilman Nugent that the recommendation of the Personnel Board be accepted and the above named individuals be given permanent status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia as Captains of Police, effective as of the dates set opposite their names. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher I Communication was the one and only name on Department, John Evett Herrin ----- 2B Diamond St., Arcadia. \ presented from the Personnel Board submitting the eligible list for Foreman in the Water Motion by Councilman Klomp that John Evett Herrin be ap~ointed. as Foreman in the Water Department at the beginning salary of ~250.00 per month, effective July 6, 194B, under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Communication was presented from the Personnel Board stating I that they had gone on record as approving the action of the Council in passing Resolution No.177B, providing for temporary cost-of-living compenlation. Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communioation was presented from the Personnel Board recomm~nding to the-Cgunofl that due to the increase in population consideration be given to additions to the Police force as recommended by the Police Chief. Communication was also presented from the Police Chief setting forth an analysis of the operations of the Police Department showing increase in number and types of cases handled,: Said communications were referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole. Communication was presented from 'the Personnel Board recommend- ing that consideration be given to changing the work week in the Police Department from 4B to 40 hours per week. Communication was also presented from the Chief of Police setting forth a detailed schedule of operations if the Police Department should be put on a 40 hour week. Said communications were referred to the Council as a Committee. of the Whole. I Communioation was presented from the Personnel Board setting forth re-employment list for the following positions in the Fire De- partment: CAPTAIN - Edward A. Gates LIEUTENANT - 1 August F. Kaskel 2 Robert W. Van Wormer HOSEMAN 1 - Loren D. Prohaska 2 - Fred N. Clayton 3 - Geo. P. Thompson 1566 Glen Alysa, Los Angeles 2141 Townley Dr.,Whittier lB57 S. Walnut, Wilmar Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the request of the Chamber of Commerce as set forth above, be and is hereby approved, and said Proclamation be published over the signatures of the Council member.. Communication was presented from the City Clerk requesting per- mission to cancel Warrant No.lBB5 in the amount of $75.00, sinoe this amount is incorrect. I :1715 Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the request of the City Clerk as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and Warrant No.lBBS be and is hereby canoelled. Communication was presented from the City Engineer announcing the following named indivoduals will have completed six months' employ- ment on the dates set opposite their names, and should be given the X customary $10.00 per month increase in salary, effective as of those dates, Arthur Cook ---------July 27, 194B George Nevin ------- July 26, 194B Motion by Councilman Ewing that the recommendation of the City Engineer be and is hereb~ aocepted and the above mentioned individuals be given an increase of '10.00 per month effective the dates set opposite their names. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Communication was presented from the City Planning Commission recommending for approval the request of June D. Hill to conduct the business of a Pet Supply Shop in Zone 'C-l. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be and is hereby accepted and the request of June D. Hill be and is hereby granted, on the basis that the business of a pet supply shop is no more obnoxious than other businesses in Zone C-l. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher' Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recom- mending for approval the request of W. Wolfson to divide Lots 31 and 32 of Tract No.6341, and a portion of Lot 3 of the Webber, Wile and Michael Replat in the City of Aroadia, into lots approximately 50 feet by 140 feet deep, and to build thereon. Motion by Councilman Ewing, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be and is hereby accepted, and the request of W. Wolfson as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recommend- ing that the setback on Santa Anita Avenue between Colorado Blvd. and Newman Avenue be made 15 feet for the entire block. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as set forth above be and is hereby accepted, and the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to prepare the necessary Ordinance changing the setback line on the above mentioned portion of Santa Anita Ave. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES, Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Communication was presented from the Chief of Police stating that Offioer Thomas G. Bednark has been employed in the Police Department for one year, and recommending his salary be increased accordingly. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be and is hereby acc~pted and that Officer Thomas G. Bednark be given the customary increase of $10.00 per month in salary, effective July 6, 194B. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Communication was presented from the Chief of Police stating that Officer Emil Leese has not been given permanent status under the Rules :17:16 and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, as requested in a letter addressed to the Council on May 4, 194B. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that said communication be referred to the Per- sonnel Board for investigation and recommendation. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police protesting against the removal of Stop Signs on Santa Anita Avenue at its. inter- section with Wisteria Avenue, and from' First Avenue at its inter-' I section with Diamond St. Said communication further continued with the recommendation that the Council remove Stop Signs at First and Santa Anita, California and Santa Anita, I.as Flores and 'Santa Anita, and Lemon and Santa Anita Aves. t- Mrs. Charles Jones of the Arcadia Safety Council, presented verbal support of the position of the Chief of Police. Mr. Easley also spoke in favor of retaining the above mentioned signs. City Attorney Dornyn presented and" read Resolution No.17Bl en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DE- SIGNATING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY AS THROUGH HIGHWAYS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAINING OF "STOP SIGNS" ON CERTAIN STREETS INTERSECTING WITH SAID THROUGH HIGHWAYS, AND REPEAL- ING RESOLUTION NO.17l7, ADOPTED OCTOBER 14, 1947." The provisions of said Resolution were 'then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.17Bl as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby instruct- ed to prepare a Resolution governing crosswalks and providing for the installation of portable Stop Signs at certain intersections,. and fur- ther, legalizing the installation of "SCHOOL SLOW".speed.lim1t signs. Mr. F. Wesley Davies, Manager, and Mr. Emil Steck, Attorney for Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., addressed the Council at length, discussing with them the advisability of settling the suit now pending against the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., and the City of Arcadia by the East Michillinda Property OWners Association. The Council informaaly agreed to a postponment of trial until after the return of Mr. Watson, City Engineer. Mr. Fred Mursett inquired as to the disposition of certain ap- plications for the operation of Auto for Hire(Limousine). The Chief of Police verbally recommended the applications of Fred Mursett, Philip Hirschkoff and H. Erickson be approved. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the applications of Fred Mursett I to operate two limousines, Philip Hirschkoff to operate one limousine, and H. Erickson to operate one limousine, be and the same are hereby approved. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: ' AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher City Attorney Cornyn presented and read in full the proposed agreement to be entered into between the City of Arcadia and the Chamber of Commerce governing the services to be rendered by the Chamber for the fiscal year 194B-49. Mr. Schindler protested payment of the proposed sum of $2000.00 to the Chamber of Commerce, urging it be used in spraying the City to rid it of flies. Motion by Councilman Nugent that said contract be and is here- by approved and the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign said contract on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Mrs. Updegraf protested this motion and asked that action be I postponed until the next regular meeting of the Council to be held July 20, 194B. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp. Mrs. Updegraf made further verbal protest. Mr. Lance, President of the Chamber of Commerce, recommended action be deferred until the next regular meeting of the Counoil, whereupon Mr. Klomp withdrew his second and Mr. Nugent withdrew his mot~on. Thereupon the Council agreed to defer action thereon until 'the regular meeting of July 20, 1948. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention I I I 1'(17 No.17B2 entitled: lOA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CHANGE SETBACK LINES ON A PO~TION OF SANTA ANITA AVENUE, A PUBLIC STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA. The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No.17B2 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.17B6 enti tIed: lOA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING PROFILE AND IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF CALIFORNIA STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA. " The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No.17B6 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.17B7 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, APPROVING MAP OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF CALIFORNIA STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA. 10 The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution No.17B7 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of In- tention No.17BB entitled: lOA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO IMPROVE A PORTION OF CALIFORNIA STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, AND DECLARING SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT TO BE OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT AND DES- CRIBING THE DISTRICT TO BE BENEFITED BY SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT AND TO BE ASSESSED TO PAY THE COSTS AtlD EXPENSES THEREOF, AND DETERMINING THAT SERIAL BONDS SHALL BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT SAID COSTS AND EXPENSES AND FIXING A TIME FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT, OR TO THE EXTENT OF THE DISTRICT TO BE ASSESSED, OR BOTH." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No.17BB as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carri- ed on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Klomp, that proposed Ordinance NO.7l5 anti tIed: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CHANgING THE SETBACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF DUARTE ROAD, A PUBLIC STREET IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final reading. 'Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher . The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimous- ly carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No 715. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No 715. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance NO.7l6 entitled: lOAN ORDIN- :1718 ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PROHIBITING THE PARKING OF AUTOMOBILES OR OTHER VEHICLES ON A PORTION OF COLORADO STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA. ", be given its second and final read- ing. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unani- mously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.716. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinanoe No.716. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ' ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.7l7 entitled: "AN OR- DINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 2 OF ORDINANCE No.635 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED MARCH IB, 1947, AND MAKING A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 194B. ", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then 'read proposed Ordinance'No.7l7. Attorney James Bone protested proposed Ordinance No.7l7,on the grounds' that it failed to make full correction of the error made in Ordinance No.635. He was informed that he was in error in his opinion in this matter. ' Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.-71B entitled: "AN I ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDIN- ANCE No.472 OF SAID CITY, PERTAINING TO THE ERECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF SIGNS IN CITY PARKWAYS UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed 'Ordinance No.7lB. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.719 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN STREET KNOWN AS GOLDEN WEST ROAD, LYING NORTHERLY OF HUGO REID PRIVE, IN SAID CITY.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman' Ewing and unan- imously carried, that the City Council 'waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No 719. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance NO.7l9. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Ewing, seoonded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No 720 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAK- ING A CONDITIONAL VARIANCE TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTED JUNE 2B, 1940 ", be introduced and read in full. I The City Attorney then read proposed 'Ordinance No.720. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No 721 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA MAK- ING A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28,1940.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.721. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No 722 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAK- ING A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE No.'l39 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduced and read in full. I The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.722. City Attorney Cornyn announced he had prepared a draft of a proposed Ordinance governing the keeping of animals and poultry in the City of Arcadia, and suggesting the Council hold an informal meeting with representatives of the several Poultry Associations to discuss the provisions of this proposed Ordinance. Mayor Russell appointed Councilman Klomp as a Committee of I I I I :1'719 one to notify the Poultry Associations to have representatives present at 8:00 P.M., July 13, 1948 in the Council Chamber. Motion by Councilman Ewing that Leslie Talley, Acting City Engineer, be given pay equal to that of the City Engineer for the period of City Engineer Watson!s absence without pay. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Gen. Govt Bldgs ------- 2764 City Clerk ------------ 1930 Water Dept ------------ 2534 to 2543 Incl. Motion by Councilman Ewing, that Warrants Nos 1 to B inclusive, and Nos.lO to 20 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Com- mittee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp ahd carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Counoilman Nugent and oarried, that the meeting adjourn. ~:;k,.</~ Mayor ATTEST: ~ Clerk Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California. July 20, 194B, B:OO o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of July 6, 194B, be and the same are hereby approved. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Council suspend the regular order of business and meet as a Board of Equalization. The Council reconvened at 8:03 o'clock P.M. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that R. M. W. Shaw be and is hereby appointed as a member of the ~lanning Commission for the four year term ended Decem- ber 6, 1950, to fill the unexpired term of Donald A. Strawn, resigned, and that C. R. Minton be and is hereby appointed as a member of the Planning Commission for the three year term ended April 2B, 1950, to fill the unexpired term of J. M. Moriarty, resigned. fl~ Communication was read from Paul Kingsbury, Architect, suggest- ing the installation of an intercommunications system and loud speak- er in the Council Chamber in the new City Hall building, at an es- timated cost of between $lBoo.oo to $2000.00. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer and Building Committee for recommendation and report. Communication was read from Paul Kingsbury, Architect, advis- ing of the submission to him of the preliminary plans of the National Guard Armory to be built in the Civic Center, and advising he had no objection to the layout and the design of the building. I Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communication was read from William M. Gosman, Lt. Col. F.A. California National Guard, requesting approval of the deed to the Armory site in the Civic Center, and calling attention to the necessity of the appointment of a civilian by the City Council to the Armory Board. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communication was read from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., calling attention to the use of signs in City parkWays. The City Clerk was instructed to notify Rancho Santa Anita, Inc. that there is an Ordinance in force governing the maintenance of signs in City parkWays and that the Chief of Police has been instructed to enforce this Ordinance. Communication was read from the Arcadia Realty Board protest- ing a comment made by a member of the Planning Commission in regard to a member of the Realty Board being appointed to the Planning Commission. Said communication was ordered filed. I Communication was read from the Realty Tax Service Company advising they wished to increase the fee for ownership service to the City from $10.00 to $25.00 per month. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the requ~st of Realty Tax & Service Company for increase in their fee to $25.00 per month, effective August 1, 194B, be and the same is hereby approved. Communication was read from the Arcadia Safety Council suggest- ing the widening of North First Avenue between the Santa Fe tracks and the Pacific Electric tracks, and recommending Santa Fe trains be slowed down to 25 miles per hour at the First Avenue and Santa Anita Avenue crossings. Said communication was referred to the Street Committee and the City Engineer for recommendation and report. Petition was presented and read from F. C. Schultze et al pro- testing the proposed donation of $2000.00 to the Chamber of Commerce. Mrs. Eva Updegraf and Clifford C. Lance spoke briefly. Said petition was ordered filed. I An Agreement to be entered into between the Cit~ of Arcadia and the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce for the fiscal year 1948-49, was pre- sented. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign and execute said Agreement on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Communication was read from the Civil Service Commission of the County of Los Angeles submitting for approval proposed Agreement cover- ing Personnel Services to the City of Arcadia for the fiscal year 194B- 49. Said communication was referred to the Personnel Board for their recommendation and consideration. Communication was read from Warren C. Greenwald protesting the traffic hazards of Second Avenue, and requesting a patrol car or. motor- cycle be assigned to that street. Said communication was referred to the Chief of Police with in- structions to investigate this complaint. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval the request of Mary Souza Wedge for a zone var- iance to ,allow the operation of a commercial nursery on the southerly portion of Lot 3, C. B. Clapp's Subdivision, located on the south side of Foothill Blvd. between First Avenue and Santa Anita Ave. I Communication was presented from H. C. Blackstone requesting his name be removed from the petition of Mary Souza Wedge requesting a variance for a nursery on Foothill Blvd. I :1721 Communication was presented from S. S. Stubbs et al request- ing their names be removed from the petition requesting a variance for a nursery on Foothill Blvd. It was ordered that the request for a zone variance of Mary Souza Wedge for the operation of a nursery on Foothill Blvd. be referred back to the Planning Commission for their reconsideration. City Attorney Cornyn was instructed to investigate reports that the petitioner had not contacted all property owners within 500 feet. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval the request of Lawrence E. Ryerson and Bauer & King, Inc., for a change of setback on Lots 1, 2 and 3, Tract No.6985, located on the south side of Huntington Blvd. east of Baldwin Ave. from 35 feet to 15 feet. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved, and the City Attorney b~ instructed to draw Resolution of Intention to establish the setback on Lots 1, 2 and 3, Tract No.6985 on the South side of Huntington Blvd. East of Baldwin Avenue, at 15 feet. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval the request of I. Guardalabene for permission to construct a third house on a lot located at 521, S. Third Ave. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission be acoepted, and that the request of I. Guardalabene to construct a third house on his lot, be and the same is hereby granted. Oommunication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for approval final map of Tract No.13252 located on Duarte Road between Santa Anita Avenue and First Avenue, on the condition that the rear portion of Lots 2 to 11 inclusive, being 50 feet wide on the West line of Lot 2 and 86 feet wide on the East line of Lot 11, be re- served for auto parking for the businesses which will be constructed on said lots; said reservation to be by zone variance or rezoning in the new Zoning Ordinance. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of Tract No.13252 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, subject to the foregoing con- ditions, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corpor- ate seal of said City of Aroadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No.13252, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinanoe No.307 of said C1ty of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Recreation Co~ssion submitting the report of the Recreation Director for the month of June, requesting the improvement of the baseball diamond at the Second Avenue Park, recommending the deficit of the Civic 6horus be paid, recommend- ing certain names'be placed on the payroll and submitting a copy of the Minutes of their last meeting. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the Recreation Commission be and are hereby authorized to pay the deficit of the Civio Chorus Concert from the funds of the Recreation Co~ssion. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the Recreation Commission be and are hereby authorized to employ Doris Mae Walth and Floyd Fraley at the rate of $2.00 per hour and $1.10 per hour respectively, for 3-3/4 hours per week, to assist at dancing classes of the Recreation program. The Report of the Recreation Director for the month of June 1948, and the Minutes of the regular meeting held July 12, 1948, were ordered filed. Communications were read from the Chief of Police advising of the employment for vacation relief of Oscar Lide on July 17, 1948, and of the requestthatArthur B. Miller report for duty on July 25, 1948 for vacation relief. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the Chief of Police be and is instructed to dismiss at once Oscar Lide from employment in the Police Department as such employment is contrary to the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System; to withdraw the request to Arthur B. Miller to report for work on July 25, 1948, and to replace these men with two men whose names have been taken from the eligible list for Patrolman, said vacation relief Patrolmen to be employed at the minimum salary of $200.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost-of-living increase, Communication was presented from the Chief of Police recommend- ing the installation of a crosswalk at the intersection of Duarte Road with First Avenue, and advising the matter of signs on West Haven "CHILDREN AT PLAY-SLOW", will be reported upon at a later meeting. :1722 Motion by Counoilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby directed to prepare the necessary Resolution covering the installation of a crosswalk at the interseotion of Duarte Road and First Avenue. Communication was read from the Chief of Police advising a teletype system could be installed in the Police Station by Los Angeles County without charge to the City of Arcadia. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for consideration and recommendation. I Communication was read from Donald H.George, Assistant Build- ing Inspector, requesting he be allowed to work during his two weeks' vacation period. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that due to emergency existing in the Building Department on account of extensive building program and serious short- age of help in this department, Donald H. George, Assistant Building Inspector, be and is hereby granted permission to work the two weeks of his vacation period during July 1948, and to receive compensation therefor at the regular salary rate in addition to vacation pay. A proposed Grant of Easement was presented from the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that said easement be granted the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company covering a portion of Lot 5, Tract No.949, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby author- ized and directed to execute same on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and I unanimously carried, that consent be given to the execution of an assign- ment and sub-lease between the Reconstruction Finance Corporation and John Nazaroff, of certain City property previously leased to James C. Smith and Florence Lacy Smith, doing business as Western Prime Lumber Company, and assigned to Reconstruction Finance ~orporation. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the Mayor and City Clerk be and are here- by authorized and directed to sign and execute Agreement by and between Ewing Haas and F. Harold Roach, doing business as Arcadia Tribune and Aroadia News, and the City of Arcadia, covering legal printing and advertising for the fiscal year 1948-49. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1789 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ACCEPTING GRANT DEED COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA FOR STREET AND HIGHWAYS PURPOSES." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1789 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1791 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AGREEMENT FOR MAINTENANCE OF STATE HIGHWAY IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA '. " I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution NO.1791 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution NP.1792 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA RELATIVE TO WORKMEN's COMPENSATION INSURANCE FOR REGISTERED VOLUNTEER "DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS". The prOVisions of said Resolution were then disc~ssed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1792 I as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, EWing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and d1 II unanimously carried, that proposed Or nance No.720 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING A CONDITIONAL VARIANCE TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE No.439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given its second and final reading. I I I 1.723 The title,of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.720. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No.720. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell . NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance NO.72l entitled: "AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given i tssecond and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of. the body of Ordinance No.721. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No.721. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance NO.722 entitled: "AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO.~39 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance haVing been read there was a motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman.Nugent and unanimously car- ried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance NO.722. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Ordinance No.722. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: 'Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that Edward A. Gates be appointed Captain in the Fire Department, effective July'21, 1948, at the minimum salary of $225.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost-of-living increase; that A. F. Kaskel be appointed Lieutenant in the Fire Department, effective July 21, 1948, at the salary of $220.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost-of- living increase; and that Loren D. Prohaska be appointed as Roseman in the Fire Department at the beginning salary of $190.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost-of-living increase, said appointment to be effective at the earliest possible date, and all of the above under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia. Councilman Klomp advised the Council that the san Gabriel Valley Protective Association will not protest the application of the City of Arcadia and the City of Sierra Madre for the flood waters in the Big Santa Anita Canyon. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Buucher and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and he is instructed to increase the Library Building insurance to $45,000.00, 90% average clause, and upon contents to $60,000.00, 90% average clause. MODion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney prepare a Resolution providiog for a crosswalk over Huntington Drive at the West side of Sunset Blvd., and for the installation of BOULevard Stop signs at the intersection of Sunset Blvd. and the private street immediately west of the crosswalk and at the center exit into Huntington Drive from the parking lot in front of El Rancho Market. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that the requests of Egil Hopen for street lights in the new Elkins Tract, and Victor H. Gunderson for re-location of street lights on Palm Drive, be referred back to the City Engineer to make a survey as to the cost, the results of such survey to be reported to the City Council when completed. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that J. B. Deakins be permitted to lease from the City at the rate of $5.00 per year, about 75 feet by 250 feet of City property adjoining the Meeker subdivision West of Peck Road, for garden purposes, such lease to be subject to cancellation by the City at any time. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, tbat requisitions for materials and supplies as herein- after listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authoriz- ed and directed to issue purchase orders covering: 1.724 City Clerk ------- 1931 Fire Dept. ------- 2801 to 2B07 Incl. Police Dept. ----- 221B Genl Govt Bldgs--- 2769 Water Dept. ------ 2544 to 2564 Incl. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that Warrants Nos.2l to 91, inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved, and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authoriz- ed and directed to sign sAid Warrants. AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I 5aid motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried, that the meeting adjourn. &~ Mayor ATTEST: ~~-c.:./ Deputy City Clerk Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California August 3, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell pre- siding: I PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of July 20, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. Mayor Russell announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for the hearing of protests, if arty, regarding the change of setback lines on a portion of Santa Anita Avenue, as set forth in Resolution of Intention No.1782. No verbal or written protests were presented. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and. is hereby instruct- ed to prepare the necessary Ordinance changing and re-establishing the above mentioned setback lines. Mayor Russell announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for the hearing of protests, if any, regarding certain improvements on Alta St. as set forth in Resolution of Intention No.1785. I No written or verbal protests were made. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to prepare the necessary Resolution governing the construction of the aforementioned improvements and ordering the work to be done. Mayor Russell announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for the hearing of protests, if any, against the improve- ment of a portion of California St. as set forth in Resolution of In- tention Nm.1788. Communication from Dr. Grace Cullen was presented stating Dr. Cullen had recently built certain sidewalks and curbs on California St. in front of her property, and requesting that she not be assessed for curbs and gutters in front of her property. The City Attorney advised that if such curbs and gutters conform to the specifications of the City of Arcadia, she would be given credit upon the assessment, for work already completed. I Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby in- structed to prepare the necessary Resolution covering the above men- tioned improvements on California St. and ordering said work to be done. Communication was presented from the First Church of Christ Scientist, requesting permission to install a directional sign in- dicating the location of the Church on the Southwest corner of the intersection of Huntington Drive and Baldwin Avenue. I I I I .1'725 Said communioation was referred to the Street Committee and the City Clerk was instructed to write the First Church of Christ Scientist, requesting further information as to the size and exact lo- cation of this proposed sign. Communication was presented from Rancho Santa Anita Residents Association protesting the indiscriminate use of Real Estate signs plac- ed on property throughout the Rancho Santa Anita area. The City Clerk was directed to address a letter to Rancho Santa Anita Residents Association stating that the Chief of Police has been enforcing all City Ordinances for the placing of Real Estate signs on public property in this area for some time. Communication was presented from the Anjo Pest Control Service requesting permission to treat the lakes and swamp of the old Baldwin Ranch for the purpose of controlling the mosquitoes, and requesting all business licenses be waived by the City of Arcadia which might be re- quired for the solicitation of payment of funds from residents of that area. The City Clerk was instructed to write the Anjo Pest Control ser- vice stating it was the opinion of the Council that since this area is now owed and controlled by the State of California or the County of Los Angeles, the Council feel they had no jurisdiction in the matter, and further, suggesting to the Anjo Pest Control Service they get in touch with the City Attorney for further information. Communication was presented from J. E. Ronstad and Martin Zielinski requesting that the City of Arcadia furnish water for the further development of approzimately two acres located about 125 feet North of Woodruff Avenue and East of the proposed Sierra Madre Flood Control channel. Said communication was referred to the Water Committee for in- vestigation and report. Communication was presented from Mrs. Ethel Wellenberg protest- ing the possibility of fire hazard at 4~ Newman Ave. Report was read from the Fire Chief stating that the owners of this property had been served with notice to abate such hazard. Said communication was referred to the Fire Chief for report at the next Council meeting. Communication was presented from the George Elkins Co. request- ing permission to install a temporary Tract Office to be used exclusive- ly for the handling of properties in Santa Anita Highlands subdivision. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the request of the Geo. Elkins Co. be granted and they be permitted to erect a temporary Tract Office, provided such building conform to all building restrictions of the City of Arcadia and further, that such building be used or occupied for a period of not more than two years from this date. Communication was presented from the Controller of the State of California setting forth certain information concerning the forms to be used in making the annual Street Report to the State Controller as requir- ed by the provisions of Section No.~121 of the Streets and Highways Code, as set forth in the Burns-Collier Act of 1947. Said communication further requested that the Council designate a City official who will be held responsible for the report to be made and filed with the State Controller. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimOUSly carried, and the City Council hereby reso).ves that the City Clerk be and is hereby designated as the official responsible for the preparation and filing of the above mentioned report with the Controller of the State of California, and further authorizing him to obtain such assistance and records as may be necessary from the City Engineer, and further, that he be and is hereb~ authorized to install such accounting systems as may be necessary for ~he preparation of this report. Communication was presented from J. G. Hoeppel, protesting tqe fly hazard and suggesting that the garbage collectors be required to spray garbage cans at regular intervals. Said communication was referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole. Proposed addendum to the Agreement of the City of Arcadia and the Inspector of the new City Hall building was presented. Said addendum was referred to the City Engineer and City Attor- ney for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Safety Council re- commending the widening of First Avenue between the Santa Fe tracks and the Pacific Electric tracks, and that all Atchison Topeka & Santa Fe Railroad trains be slowed down to 25 miles per hour atthe Santa Anita and First Avenue crossings. :1726 Said communication was referred to the Street Committee for investigation and report. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Chamber of Com- merce requesting permission to obtain from the Water Department the names of all new applicants for water service, to be used as part of the Hostess Program of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce. Said communi- cation further assured the Council that such list would be kept con- fidential and would not be used by individual business firms for exploitation or otherwise. , Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the request of the Chamber of Commerce as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, providing such names as are obtained from the Water Department be used for the purpose stat- ed and kept strictly confidential. I Communication was presented from the Water Superintendent setting forth explanation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the Water Department for pay covering overtime work during the month of July 1948: Louis Wolf ----------- 34 Hours Donald Ott 62 " ----------- Thos. B. Poyner 10 " ------ John J. Cox 8~ " ---------- D. E. Frazier 53 " -------- John L. Frazier 13 " ------ Manuel Ramierez 53 " ------ John Thomas 36 " ---------- John J. Markel 22 " ------- Edwin Highton 24 " -------- Orville L, Tulga 40 " ----- Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the above mentioned employees I in the Water Department be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Communication was presented from the City Treasurer requesting the cancellation of the following warrants long outstanding: No.769 April 1944 $ 6.00 189 May 1945 2.00 503 Dec. 1945 2.15 978 April 1946 35,00 1051 April 1946 10.00 254 Sept. 1946 3.17 1434 May 1947 2.15 1572 June 1947 2.25 Total $ 62.72 NO.135 47.52 Motion by Councilman Ewing that the request of the City Treasurer as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and said Warrants be and are hereby cancelled, the face amount thereof to revert and be credit- ed by the City Treasurer to the fund against which same we~e drawn. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication 'was presented from the Chief of Police advising that Jack P. Jordan has been employed for vacation relief duty as of July 25, 1948, from the regular list for Patrolman. Said communi- cation further stated that others on the eligible list refused to take temporary employment, and he therefore requested that Oscar Lide be employed for vacation relief duty. Motion by Councilman Ewing that Jack P. Jordan be and is here- by employed as Patrolman in the Police Department, at a salary of $200.00 per month, such term of employment to be temporary and only during such time as vacation relief is essential. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, EWing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Motion by Councilman Ewing that, since an emergency exists in the Police Department because of lack of personnel due to vacations, and since it is impossible to obtain additional Patrolmen from the preseDt eligible list, that the Chief of Police be and is hereby authorized to employ two individuals whose names are not now on the eligible list, for a period not to exceed fifteen days at a salary not to exceed the minimum salary for Patrolman, in accordance with Civil Service Rules. - I I I l' I~'i' Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising that Eugene Overbaugh, temporary Draftsman, is ill and requesting that he be authorized to employ Benjamin D. Frank in his place at the same salary paid Eugene Overbaugh. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the request of the City Engineer be and is hereby approved, and that Benjamin D. Frank be employed as a temporary Draftsman, at $1.75 per hour. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Petitions signed by Lewis St. Thomas, 1~4 Alice St., and 49 other signers were presented, protesting the operation of certain poultry and rabbit slaughter houses in R-l single family residence zones as follows: Laura Shea - 416 Genoa St. - Owner operated Burkholder Ranch, operated by Joe Earll - 221 E. Duarte Rd. Mission Crest Poultry Farm Hatchery - operated by L. Ball, B19 S. Second Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that said petitions be referred to the Chief of Police for investigation and report of the alleged violations at the above described addresses, said report to be presented at the Council meeting to be held on August 17, 1948. Mayor Russell asked if anyone in the audience desired to be heard at this time. Mrs. Chalfont made further verbal protest of the operation of the above mentioned slaughter houses. Mr. Ague made certain charges in connection with the hearing of the Church of Christ for a zone variance, and asked that the Council reopen this matter. He was informed that upon written request setting forth his reasons the Council would investigate the matter. Inquiry was made from the audience regarding the status of the proposed Sanitation Ordinance. The City Attorney replied this Ordinance was in state of pre- paration and would be available for consideration by the City Council at the Council meeting to be held August 17, 1948. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be and is hereby instructed to introduce and read proposed Ordinance No.717 in full, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE No.635 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED MARCH IB, 1947, AND MAKING A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPT- ED JUNE 2B, 1940." The City Attorney thereupon read said Ordinance No.717 in full. The City Attorney explained the provisions of a certain lease proposed to be assigned from the Reconstruction Finance Corporation to John Nazafoff, which will eliminate from such lease certain City pro- perties contained in the old lease. Motion by Councilman Ewing, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute Consent to Assignment of the lease from the R.F. C. to John Nazaroff, but eliminating from such lease the parcel compris- ing approximately 200 ft by 200 ft. previously proposed to be used for the removal of sand and gravel. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1793 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROV- ING MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR EXPENDITURE OF 1/4 CENT GAS TAX ALLOCAT- ED FOR STATE HIGHWAYS. " . The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution NO.1793 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None .J..(";'O City Attorney Cornr,n presented and read Resolution of In- tention No.1794 entitled: 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CHANGE SETBACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE, A PUBLIC STREET IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution of In- tention No.1794 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1795 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DE- SIGNATING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY AS THROUGH HIGHWAYS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAINING OF "STOP SIGNS" ON CERTAIN STREETS INTERSECTING WITH SAID THROUGH HIGHWAYS." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution No.1795 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried 9n Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1796 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ES- TABLISHING A CERTAIN LOADING ZONE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discussed. I Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No.1796 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1797 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDERING CERTAIN WORK AND IMPROVEMENT TO BE DONE ON PORTIONS OF CALIF- ORNIA STREET, IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA. " The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1797 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows~ AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1798 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDER- ING CERTAIN WORK AND IMPROVEMENT TO BE DONE ON PORTIONS OF ALTA STREET, IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA." I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Resolution No.1798 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugen~ and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, EWing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn read certain correspondence regarding the architecture and use of the proposed Armory in the Civic Center. He then introduced and read in full Resolution No.1790 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO CONVEY CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY OWNED BY SAID CITY TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Motion by Councilman Nugent that Resolution No.1790 be adopt- ed and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute an amend- ed deed to the State, but that delivery of this deed be withheld until I such time as the architectural design of the proposed Armory be sub- mitted to the Council for its approval, and further subject to the execution of a satisfactory Agreement providing for certain public use of said Armory. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.718 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMENDING I I I 1'729 ORDINANCE NO.472 OF SAID CITY, PERTAINING TO THE ERECTION AND MAINTEN- ANCE OF SIGNS IN CITY PARKWAYS UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES. ", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucherm seconded by Councilman Ewing and unan- imously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance NO.718. Councilman Ewing moved the adoption of Ordinance No.7lB. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.723 entitled:' "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CHANGING THE SETBACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF SANTA ANITA AVENUE, A PUBLIC STREET IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA. ", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.723. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the Water Superintendent be and is hereby authorized to enter into negotiations for the purchase of Lot No.95, Tract No.13188, owned by Mrs. Longley, at a price not to ex- ceed $100.00 per front foot, or for a total price not to exceed $6000.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher that Lauren D. Prohaska be em- ployed under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, as hoseman in the Fire Department, at a salary of $190.00 per month, such employment to become effective August 2, 1948. Said motion was secQnded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher that the Fire Chief be and is hereby authorized'to sell a used gas range for a price of $1?00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter l~sted be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Fire Dept. -------- 2808 to 2811 Water Dept. ------- 2565 to 2578 Street Dept. ------ 2766 to 2768 Incl. " " Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Warrants Nos.92 to 177 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ?f3~/ iZ.dL// Mayor ATTEST: &:e ~- City Cler 1-'730 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California August 17, 1948, 8100 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Counoilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell ABSENT 1 None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing and I unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held August 3, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the improvement of a portion of California St. as set forth in Resolution of Intention No.1788. Fitzgerald Engr. & Constr. Co. Darrell Reardon & Sons Amer. Asphalt Paving Co. Reuel K. Attwood Claude L. Murphy Griffith Co. $ 2961.95 3026.90 3066.34 3138.95 4069.50 4542.15 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer for tabulation and report later in the meeting. The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the improvement of a portion of Alta St. as set forth in Resolution of Intention No. 1785, Reuel K. Attwood Claude L. Murphy American Asphal t & Paving Co. Fitzgerald Engr. & Constr. Co. Griffith Co. / Darrell Reardon & Sons $ 4171.50 4469.40 4601.90 4635.00 4727.60 5198.00 I Said bids were referred to the City Engineer for tabulation and report later in the meeting. Mayor Russell announced to the Council and audience that Mr. RtlY Dickinson, member of the Planning Commission and member of the Library Board, had passed away SUddenly in the morning, that Mr. Dickinson had been during his lifetime an outstanding citizen and civio worker, arid instructed the City Clerk to write a letter of con- dolence to Mr. Dickinson's family. Communication was presented from Arcadia Lodge NO.547,F.& A.M., requesting permission to hold a dance in its Temple on the evening of September 4, 1948. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Counoilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the request of the Arcadia Lodge No.547,F. & A.M., be granted as set forth above. Communication was presented from H. D. Charlton, presenting his resignation as Inspector of Construction on the new City Hall buulding, said resignation to take effect at midnight, August 31,1948. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously oarried, that the resignation of H. D. Charlton be accepted effective at midnight, August 31, 1948. I Communication was presented from the American Red Cross Arcadia Chapter, stating that the Chairman of the Red Cross had been in con- versation with Mr. G. E. Kinsey and Mr. Kinsey had stated it will be several months after the City has vacated the property on which this building is located before he will need it for other purposes, and he is willing to permit the Red Cross to occupy this building without cost until such time as he needs it. Said communication was ordered placed on file'. Communication was presented from David W. McLean, D.D.S., protesting the traffic hazards existing on Naomi Avenue at El Monte, and urging that Stop Signs be placed at the intersections of that street in order to protect motorists. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that said communication be referred to the Chief I of Police for investigation and report at the regular meeting of the Council to be held September 7, 1948. , Communication was presented from H. E. Park requesting further information regarding City finances. He stated an article in the Arcadia Tribune showed there had been an increase of 5~ in cost of protection to persons and property in 1947. The City Clerk explained the figures in the Tribune included certain capital outlay items which were misleading. Said communication was ordered placed on file. I I I :1731 Said communication was ordered placed on file. Communications were presented from the Benson Shops, Inc., and Blake Touchstone, Agent for Benjamin Clayton, stating that both parties would assume all responsibilities and liabilities for the pro- jection of the store front one inch into the public right-of-way at 1219 S. Baldwin Ave. The City Engineer reported he saw no objection to this arrange- ment. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously oarried, that the offers of the Benson Shops, Inc., and Benjamin Clayton to assume all responsibility and liability for the projection of the store front one inch onto the public right-of-way at 1219 S. Baldwin Ave. be accepted. Said communications were ordered placed on file. Communication was presented from Searles & Searles setting forth the terms of the Agreement of Sale of the North 150 feet of Lot 95, Tract No.13lBB to the City of Arcadia for a proposed price of $6000.00. Said communication was referred to the Water Committee. Communications were presented from the Chief of Police report- ing that notice had been served upon Joe Earll, 211 E Duarte, Laura N. Shea, 416 Genoa St., and L. Ball, 819 S. second Ave., to cease slaughter house operations. Communications were also presented from the Kiwanis Club and Don F. Schindler making oertain suggestions regarding the proposed Sanitation Ordinance. Councilman Ernest L. Boucher, Chairman Ordinance Committee, made the following statement: liThe City Attorney has prepared a tentative Ordinance provid- ing for the regulation of the raising of animals and poultry. Copies of this Ordinance have been supplied to the group requesting rigid re- gulations and to representatives of the Poultry Association. Neither group appears to be satisfied with the provisions of the proposed Ordinance. I move therefore that a meeting be arranged between com- mittees of both groups and the Ordinance Committee of the City Council for a frank discussion of the problems involved, after which proposals for the sanitation Ordinance will be given to the City Attorney to be incorporated in proper legal form in the sanitation ordinance, which will then be introduced at the next meeting of the Council. II Councilman Boucher further announced there would be no more than five persons appointed from each side, said meeting to be held in the Council Chambers of the City Ha+l at 7:30 o'clock P.M., September 1, 1948. Rev. J. L. Marks verbally protested the propoaed Ordinance. Communication was presented from the California State Dis- aster Council stating that an aocredited Disaster Council would be certified to the City of Arcadia, and suggesting personnel be obtained at an early date. Communication was also presented from the Arcadia Safety Council requesting that the body be included in the Arcadia Disaster Committee. Said communications were ordered placed in the pending file. Communication was presented from Herman Ague protesting the granting of a zone variance to the Church of Christ on their property on South First Avenue, and asking that the hearing be reopened. Letter was also presented from Mr Donald A. Strawn defending the purchase of certain property by the Chairman of the Planning Commission Mayor Russell made the following statement regarding the Council's position in this matter: "l wish to make a statement regarding the granting of a variance for the Ohurch of Christ on First Avenue. In the first place, Mr~ Ague and a number of his neighbors had a full opportunity to present their views before the Plan- ning Commission and the City Council. This matter was given a great deal of thought and consideration by both bodies before it was approved. Mr. Ague spoke at length against the granting of the variance before the Planning Commission. As far as actually receiving a copy of the petition is concerned the City Attorney advises that the Ordinance in this respect is not mandatory and that actual service upon each property owner is not a condition precedent to the granting of a variance. Mr. Ague was actively involved in this controversy from the outset, and was fUlly informed of all proceedings. His complaint, there- fore, that he was not formally served with a copy of the petition would not seem to be well-founded. Relative to Mr. Ague's criticism of the Chairman of the Planning :1732 Commission, investigation discilloses mot the slightest evidence that he took any unfair advantage of his position. The Council has full confidence in the Chairman and the members of the City Planning Commission, who are handling a difficult and thankless task for all the citizens. Unless Mr. Ague has developed some new and additional reasons against the granting of this variance for a church, it is my opinion that the Council will not be disposed to reverse its position or reopen the matter at this time." Mr. Ague and others made further verbal protest. be to Communication was presented from Harry Oedekerk requesting he granted a refund on Building Permit No.11423, since he was unable commence building due to a death in the family. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the request of Harry Oedekerk be and is hereby granted, and he be given refund for building permit No.11423 upon return of the Permit. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communications were presented from the United States Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, and the Chief of Police recommending certain areas North of Foothill and East of Santa Anita Avenue be closed,to the public due to the great fire hazard. The Fire Chief recommended that this step be taken as part of the arrangement between the City and the Forest service. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the area described in the above communication be declared a closed area and so posted. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Junior Chamber of Commerce requesting permission to hold a private dance at Carpenter's Santa Anita Restaurant August 24, 1948. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ewing' and unanimously oarried, that the request of the Arcadia Junior Chamber of Commerce as set forth above, be and is hereby granted. Communication was presented from Emil Steck, Jr., protesting certain actions of the Mike Radich Company, Sewer Contractors, in in- stalling the sewer in front of his property. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer for in- vestigation and report. . Communication was presented from Louis F. Sihler and all the other members of the Arcadia Police Department requesting that the Council name the Arcadia Rifle Range the "Cahill Range" and that a sign be posted so designating it in honor of Chief Cahill. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Counoilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the request of the members of the Police De- partment be and is hereby granted, and the Arcadia Police Department Range is hereby named "Cahill Range". Communication was presented from the Chief of Police presenting a receipted duplicate bill in the amount of $86.37 covering expenses of the recent meeting of the San Gabriel Valley Police Officers Association sponsored.~y the City and requesting that he, the Chief of Police, be reimbursed in this amount. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the Chiefof police as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and he be reim- bursed in the amount of $86.37 covering the expenses in oonnection with the above mentioned meeting. Said motion yas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bkucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Chief of Police advising that John Bigelow had been employed on an emergency basis as Patrolman in the Police Department commencing August 6, 1948. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that John Bigelow be employed as Patrolman in the Police Department at a salary of $200.00 per month for a 15 day emergency period commencing August 6, 1948. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police requesting employment of Oscar H. Lide as Patrolman in the Police Department, at a salary of $200.00 per month on an emergency basis, for fifteen days. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Ewing and I I I I I I I :1733 unanimously carried, that Oscar H. Lide be employed for a period of fifteen days on an emergency basis in the Police Department at a salary of $200.00 per month. Communioation was presented from the Chief of Polioe advising that Sgt. Williams and Officer J. Ocello are taking certain refresher courses in certain criminal subjects at the University of California at Los Angeles under the auspices of California Technical Institute of Peace Officers, and requesting their registration fee of $5.00 each be paid by the city. Said communication also requested that Sergeant Shafer and Officer J. Hayes be permitted to take certain courses with the registration fee of $5.00 each being paid by the City. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the Chief of Police as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and the above men- tioned offioers be and are hereby authorized to take the above describ- ed courses, the City of Arcadia to pay the above mentioned fee of $5.00 each. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communioation was presented from the City Engineer requesting that the following named employees be paid on a straight time basis for overtime work on the City Garage: Paul Armstrong ------ 40 Hours S. L. Stevens ------- 20 " Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the City Engineer be and is hereby accepted and the above mentioned individuals be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis for the number of hours set opposite their respective names. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and oarried on Roll Call as follows: , AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communioation was presented from the City Engineer stating that the cost of an intercommunication and loud speaker system in the new City Hall was estimated to be $2000.00 and recommending it be in- stalled. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the City Engineer be and is hereby instructed to investigate the contract for the City Hall and re- port if it is possible to include the installation of such communication systems under the terms of the contract, and if it is in order to do so, to proceed with the installation of said system. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Engineer requesting authority to proceed with the survey needed in order to take steps to- wards securing the right-of-way for the improvement of a new street to be known as Seventh Avenue, between Sixth and Eighth Avenues, and Duarte Road and Camino Real. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the City Engineer's request as set forth above, be and is hereby granted, and he be given authority to take the steps necessary to open the new street to be known as Seventh Ave. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Engineer advising that sewer systems in Tract No.l0725 - Wilson Avenue - has been c9mpleted according to plans and specifications. Motion by Councilman Ewing, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be and ~s hereby accepted, and the above described sewer system be made a part or the sewer system of the City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the City Assessor requesting that the Council exempt from taxation Lots 8 and 9, Block 78, Santa Anita Traot, held in the name of Philip and Rosa Prettyflier, brother and sister, since this property was bought for the Prettyfliers under an Act of Con- gress designating certain properties exempt from taxation owned by , Indians, and appropriate certificate having been filed. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the City Assessor as set forth above be and is hereby granted, and the above des- cribed property be made exempt from taxation in the City of Arcadia, and :1734: all past due and delinquent taxes are hereby declared cancelled on such described property. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the City Assessor request- ing certain adjustments to be made in the following described items I on the Unsecured Personal Property tax roll, for the fiscal year 1948-49. 1 - Cancel an assessment in the amount of $400.00 carrying a tax of $5.52. This property is owned by Mr. Charles Crell and is outside of the City of Arcadia. 2 - Cancel assessment against Wayne Turner in amount of $1200.00 carrying a tax of $16.56, since this is a duplicate assess- ment. Mr. Turner has already paid his taxes on a corrected bill. 3 - Reduce the assessment against H. P. Bonner from $5400.00 to $3900.00. This represents the difference in the assessed valuation of a horse not in the City of Arcadia as of the first Monday In March. 4 - Cancel assessment in the amount of $4000.00 against S. Gold- bend, said assessment carrying tax of $55.20. The horses representing these valuations were not in the City of Arcadia the first Monday in March. 5 - $70.00 assessed value at 19 California St. Householder exemption was not allowed. I Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the City Assessor as set forth above, be and is hereby granted and the above described adjustments in the Unsecured Personal Property Tax Roll be and are hereby made, provided the written approval of the City Attorney be obtained. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recom- mending the following named persons be given permanent status under the Rules and R gulations of tpe Personnel System of the City of Arcadia on the aates following their names and with the salary adjust- ments indicated after each name, Office Enaineer II -ll' Oct. 2, 1948 Sept. 2, 1948 Sept. 2, 1948 Sept. 2, 1948 Sept. 2, 1948 $ 10.00 10.00 10.00 None None I Orange W. Keller Jos. W. Cryan Joseph Myers Arthur B. Cook, George NeVin, Jr. Equip-Opr-Lab. II II Motion by Councilman Boucher that the recommendation of the Personnel Board be and is hereby accepted and the above named indivi- duals be given permanent status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System on the above named dates with the above described salary adjustments. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Personnel Board of the City of Arcadia recommending that Emil Leese be placed on probation under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, and the time he has put in as a temporary employees be credited to his probationary period, such time to be dated from May 4, 1948. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the recommendation of the Personnel Board as set forth above be and is hereby granted and Emil Leese be appointed as Patrolman in the Police Department under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, and further, that he I be given credit for his probationary period of the time he has served as a temporary employee from May 4, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommend- ing that the City of Arcadia enter into the proposed Agreement with 1735 the Los Angeles County Civil Service Commission. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the recommendation of the Personnel Board be and is hereby accepted and the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby instructed to sign said Agreement on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded byCouncilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Planning Commission en- closing communication from the Planning Commission of San Luis Obispo County recommending an adoption of a Resolution urging the creation of a Board of Appeals to review right-of-way deoisions of the California Division of Highways. The Arcadia Planning Commission recommended this matter be re- ferred to the League of Califorhia Cities for study and recommendation. Motion by Councilman EYing that the recommendation of the Plan- ning Commission be approved, and the City Clerk be and is hereby instruct- ed to write the League of California Cities submitting the proposed Re- solution for their investigation and suggestion. Communication was presented from the PlAnning Commission sub- mitting final maps of Tracts Nos.13544 and 14656 located in Santa Anita Oaks, and recommending these Tracts be given final re-approval since the time limit has expired. Said communication further recommended that the City Clerk and Mayor sign the maps as part owner, inasmuch as the City owns easements for sewer over a portion of the Tracts. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Ewing and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final maps of Tracts Nos.13544 and 14656 be and the same are hereby approved and accepted, and the Mayor and City Clerk are hereby authorized and directed to sign said maps as part own- er on behalf of the City of Arcadia, and to endorse such approval and ac- ceptance on said maps and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tracts Nos.13544 and 14656, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No.307 of said City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Chief of Police present- ing report made by Officer Jos. Ocello on parking conditions on First Avenue, and recommending parallel parking on First Avenue from Wheeler Street to California St. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for investigation and report. The City Engineer reported on the tabulation of the bids pre- sented and opened earlier in the meeting for the improvement of California St. and Alta St., and announced the Fitzgerald Engineering Co. was the low bidder for the work to be done on California St. and Reuel K. Attwood for the work to be done on Al ta St. Mr. Eaton inquired as to the proposed rubbish disposal plans of the City of Arcadia, and was informed that no plan had been formulated. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1799 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REQUEST ING PAYMENT BY THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, OF ITS SHARE OF THE COST OF - CONSTRUCTION ON A BRIDGE ACROSS THE SANTA ANITA VASH ON COLORADO BOULE- VARD IN SAID CITY MID COUNTY. II The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1799 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read ResolutionNo.lBoo en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ACCEPT- ING CERTAIN GRANT OF EASEMENT IN FAVOR OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA FOR DRAIN- AGE PURPOSES." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.lBoo as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.lBol en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AWARD- 1'736 ING CONTRACT FOR CERTAIN WORK AND IMPROVEMENT ON A PORTION OF CALI- FORNIA STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.180l as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as folloYSI AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.lBo2 entitled: "A RESOLUTIONOF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AWARDING CONTRACT FOR CERTAIN WORK AND IMPROVEMENT ON A PORTION OF ALTA STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.lB02 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES:' Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, N~ent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.7l7 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 635 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED MARCH lB, 1947, AND MAKING A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE No.439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 2B, 1940.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a I motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and un- animously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.7l7. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No.7l7. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Mr. George Brill requested further verbal clarification as to the provisions of this Ordinance and protested certain clauses. City Attorney Cornyn explained to Mr. Brill the status of this matter from a legal standpoint. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.723 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA CHANGING THE SET- BACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF SANTA ANITA Avenue, a PUBLIC STREET IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a I motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and un~ animously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No 723. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No 723. Sa.id motion was seconded by C,ouncilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that pr~posed Ordinanoe No 724 entitled: "AN 'ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE No.630 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED FEBRUARY 18, 1947 ", be intro- duced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No 724. City Attorney Cornyn introduced and read in full Consent to Assignment of the lease to John Nazaroff of certain property preVious- ly leased to James C. Smith and James L. Smith. Motion by Councilman Ewing that the Mayor and City Clerk be I and are hereby authorized and instructed to sign said Consent to Assignment on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher that the City Attorney take the necessary steps to effect the cancellation of the lease with James I I :1737 C. Smith and Sons covering certain City properties to be used for the removal of sand and gravel, said Agreement being dated May 7, 194B. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent that the salary of Edward Gates, Captain in the Fire Department, be changed to $240.00 per month, plus the cost-of-living bonus, and the salary of August Kaskel, Lieutenant in the Fire Department, be changed to $225.00 per month, plus the cost- of-living bonus, effective as of August 1, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp that the request of Messrs. Ronstad and Zielinski that the City of Arcadia furnish them with water on a portion of Lot 60, Santa Anita Colony Tract be and is hereby granted, providing they install all water pipe at their own expense. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp that the Water Superintendent be and is hereby authorized to prepare plans and specifications for drill- ing a 20 inch well on a portion of Lot 95, Tract No.13lBB. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp that the Water Superintendent be and is hereby authorized to replace the 4 inch standard screw pipe on Alta St. between Santa Anita Ave. and First Avenue, with 6 inch cast iron. The Water Superintendent informed the Council the City now owned this pipe and the cost would be relatively low. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Ewing and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, thatthe Street Committee make a study as to the advisability and cost of installing six traffic signals at the intersection of Huntington Drive and Baldwin Ave. Communication was presented from Philip A. Libby presenting his resignationas a member of the Personnel Board of the City of Arcadia effective immediately. Motion by Councilman Klomo, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the resignation of Philip,A. Libby as a member of the Personnel Board be accepted with regrets. Communication was presented from W. C. Billig, City Clerk presenting his resignation as City Clerk of the City of Arcadia, ef- fective August 21, 194B. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the resignation of W. C. Billig as City Clerk be and is hereby accepted with regret. Motion by Councilman Nugent that W. C. Billig, City Clerk, be paid earned vacation pay, for 194B. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent that Walter M pointed as City Clerk of the City of Arcadia for the 22, 194B to September 1, 194B. Cornish be ap- period from August Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from Richard C. Ewing tendering ':1'738 his resignation as City Councilman effective immediately. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent' and unanimOUSly carried, that the resignation of Richard C. Ewing be and is hereby accepted with regret. Motion by Councilman Boucher that Richard C. EWing be and is hereby appointed as City Clerk of the City of Arcadia to fill the un- expired term of W. C. Billig, ending in April 1952, such appointment to become effective Sept. 1, 1948. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Ewing, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Mayor Russell presented for the consideration of the Council the name of Philip A. Libby to be appointed as a member of the City Council . Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Philip A. Libby be and is hereby appointed as a member of the City Council to complete the term of Richard C. Ewing expiring April 1952. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Klomp and carried on, Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES;' None The City Clerk then administered the oath of office as City Councilman to Philip A. Libby, and he assumed his seat at the Council table. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent I and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Police Dept. ------- 2219 to 2223 Incl. Water Dept. -------- 2579 to 2591 " Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Warrants Nos.178 to 250 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approv- ed and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried, that the meeting adjourn. -6~ g~LP Mayor I ATTEST: ~ed5~ City Clerk I I I - I 1.'#139 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California September 7, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding; PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Counoilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council held August 17, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. Mayor Russell announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for the hearing of protests, if any, in the matter of a change of setback lines on a portion of Huntington Drive in the City of Arcadia, as set forth in Resolution of Intention NO.1794. There were no verbal or written protests. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the change of setbacks on a portion of Hunting- ton Drive be and are hereby approved, and that the City Attorney be and is instructed to prepare the neoessary Ordinance changing the setback. Communication was presented from Paul Kingsbury, Architect, enclos- ing copy of letter from L. F. Geisler Company in reference to an exten- sion of sufficient time to complete work on the new City Hall. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that this letter be referred to the City Attorney and City Engineer for further consideration. Communication was presented from the City of Monrovia requesting permission to construct sewer laterals which are to serve property owners abutting the East side of Fifth Avenue in Monrovia. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that permission be granted the City of Monrovia to do the above work, without cost to the City of Arcadia. Communic~tion was presented from Paul Kingsbury, Architect, enclos- ing copy of letter from Louis F. Geisler Co. suggesting that in order to avoid unnecessary delay on the City Hall job that some arrangement be made for storage of materials and payment in advance. Motion by Counoilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the City Attorney. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and un- animously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby instructed to call for bids to construct an 8 inch sewer line North of Huntington Drive on Fifth Avenue Easterly into Monrovia, and back to Huntington at Encino Ave., said bids to be opened September 21, 1948, at 8:00 P.M. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce , requesting permission to meet in the Council Chambers on the first Monday of each month at 8:00 o'clock P.M. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that permission for these meetings be granted, pro- viding that the hall is cleaned and left in an orderly condition after each meeting. Communication was presented from Mrs. M. B. Dooley, 158 Alice St., requesting that her driveway be returned to the same condition as existed prior to the installation of the sewer by Mike Radich Company. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and un- animously carried, that a letter be written to Mrs. Dooley advising if the parkway is not repaired within a reasonable length of time to advise and the matter will be taken care of. ' The City Engineer was directed to confer with Mr. Radich in re- ference to having the repairs made. Communioation was read from the West Arcadia Business Association requesting formation of a lighting district on South Baldwin Avenue be- tween Duarte Road and Naomi Ave. Said matter was referred to the Planning Commission for consider- ation. Communication was presented from Pacific Coast International Association of Fire Chiefs announcing a Convention to be held in Sacra- mento on October 31 and November 1, 2 and 3, 1948, and strongly urging that we send Chief J. M. Nellis to the Convention. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that Fire Chief Nellis be per~tted to attend the above mentioned Convention, and that he be reimbursed for the actual expenses incurred. Communication was presented from Mrs. C. E. Waite submitting bill from McDonald & O'Boyle for one new tire and straightening of wheel, :17LlU which she contends was caused by running into a rough drain during construction of sewers by Mr. Radich. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney with instructions that he confer with Mr. Radich in reference to this matter. Communication was presented from Minnie Moss Clark requesting that serious consideration be given before removal of ivy from two Palm trees on South First Avenue in front of her property. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation. Communication was presented from L. E. Watson requesting re- fund on unused Building Permit No.8257, issued December 17, 1945. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the sum of $28.00 covering Building Permit No.8257, issued but unused, be refunded to L. E. watson. Communication was presented from Ben K. Kazarian announcing the opening of a rubbish dump to be operated on Bateman Road between Van Meter and Meridian in the vicinity of Duarte. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer. Communication was presented from the Arcadia Safety Council requesting that the City Council take such official steps as it might deem necessary to cause the removal of high shrubbery at numerous in- tersections throughout the City. This matter was referred to the Police Department for a survey of intersections made hazardous by high shrubbery in City parkways, and the City Clerk was instructed to write various individuals requesting them to trim or remove shrubs, preventing clear vision at intersections. Communication was presented from First Church of Christ Scientist, enclosing a sketch of the location and size of the sign that they wish to install at the corner of Baldwin Avenue and Huntington Drive. I I Said request was denied and the communication was referred to the City Attorney to notify the church of the Council's decision. Communication was presented from Minnelee Jackson in reference to a proposed permit of $5.00 to be charged all chicken owners. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was presented from Fire Chief Nellis recommend- ing E. A. Gates receive top bracket salary of $250.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost-of-living increase. This matter was referred to the Personnel Board. Communication was presented from Chief of Police Cahill re- questing permission to attend the International Chief of Police Con- vention to be held in New York City October 10th to 14th inclusive. I Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Oouncilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that permiSSion be granted the Chief of Police to attend said Convention, and that the City reimburse him for actual expenditures while at the Convention. Communioation was presented from the Chief of Police regard- ing painting curbs for loading and unloading zones for passengers at the Southwest and Northeast corners of Duarte Road and Holly Avenue. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the matter be referred to the Street Superintendent with recommendation that the above be installed. Communication was presented from the Personnel Board regarding eligible list for Municipal Laborers in the Water Department. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the following named individuals on the eli- gible list for Municipal Laborer in the Water Department be appointed as Municipal Laborers effective September 8, 1948, at the salary of $185.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost-of-living increase, subject to all Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, 2 - Andred Berkompas 3 - Leland B. Hanson 4 - Robert R. Nelson 221 S. Golden West Ave. 19 Fano St. 24 Alice St. Temple City Arcadia Arcadia I and that the remainder of the eligible list for Municipal Laborer in the Water Department be and the same is hereby abolished, . Communication was presented from the Personnel Board recommend- ing that Virgil E. Mayne and ijarry T. Peterson be given permanent status as Sergeants of Police under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, since their probationary periods expire I I I I 174i as of October 6, 1948, and their work has been found to be satisfactory; Virgil E. Mayne to receive an increase in salary of $10.00 per month. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board be and is hereby accepted, and Virgil E. Mayne and Harry T. Peterson be and are hereby given permanent status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia as Sergeants in the Police Department; effective October 6, 1948, Virgil E. Mayne to receive an increase in salary of $10.00 per month. Communication was presented from G. B Watson, City Engineer, in reference to mileage compensation for City Building Inspectors. This matter was referred to the Personnel Board. Communication was presented from G. B. Watson, City Engineer, recommending that Steve Knight who has been working as a Relief Garage Mechanic, be paid an additional $12.50 to compensate him for the differ- ence between his present salary and Mr. Thompson's salary during two weeks' vacation relief. . Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be and the same is hereby approved, and Steve Knight be paid an addition- al $12.50 for his services as Relief Garage Mechanic. Communication was presented from the Montebello Police Depart- ment requesting that the Acme Brewing Company's sound truck be permitted to go through the City of Arcadia on the morning of September 25, 1948, advertising the annual "DAze" Festival to be held in the City of Monte- bello. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the above requested permission be granted. Resolution was presented from the Arcadia C.i ty Planning Com- mission resolving the Commission go on record as expressing their great- est respect and appreoiation for the faithful and efficient services rendered the City of Arcadia by the late Mr. Ray M. Dickinson. Said Resolution was ordered filed. Communication was presented from Wallace A. Young tendering his resignation a8 a member of the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the resignation of Wallace A. Young be accept- ed and the City Clerk be instructed to send a letter of thanks to Mr. Wallace for the services he has rendered the ~ity. Communication was presented from the Planning Commission recom- mending for approval final map of Tract NO.13365, being the extension of Magna Vista Avenue. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Com- mission be approved, and that final map of Tract No.13365 be and the same is hereby approved and aocepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and accept- ance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposit~d with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No.13365, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No.307 of said City of Arcadia. Communication was presented from the Water Superintendent setting forth explanation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the Water Department for pay covering overtime work during the month of August 1948: Donald Ott ------- 33t Hours D. E. Frazier ---- 25 John L. Fratier -- 22 Manuel Ramierez -- 45 John Markel ------ 12 E. Highton ------- 41t John Thomas ------ 24i Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as folloWS: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Communication was presented from R. C Ewing, City Olerk, re- questing that certain adjustments be made in the Unsecured Personal Pro- perty Tax Roll: 1 - Reduce assessment from $7500.00 to $3000.00 on C. Burnett - horses not in Arcadia first Monday in March. :1742 2 - Shugert Tire Co. - add assessment of $4730.00 against this Company - escaped assessment. 3 - Victor H. Little - cancel $400.00 assessment as this property in County. 4 - Ralph G. Yarror - Cancel $150.00 assessment (duplicate) 5 - M. J. Whitehead - Cancel $300.00. This man has Veterans exemp:llion. 6 - E. Cook - cancel $1200.00 assessment. Not in Arcadia first Monday in March. I 7 - Carpenter's Santa Anita Cafe - reduce assessment from $7690.00 to $3690.00 account liquor license taken off. 8 - Richard L. Zercher, reduce assessment from $3610.00 to $2860.00 Undo 1/2 into in liquor license removed. John Irish, d.b.a. Arcadia Cutrate Drug - reduce assess- ment from $3610.00 to $2860.00 -'undo 1/2 into in liquor license removed. 10 - Leishton Industries, Inc., reduce assessment from $8000.00 to $4000.00 account liquor license removed. 9 - 11 - Eatons Santa Anita, Inc., reduce assessment from $41,510.00 to $37,510.00 account liquor license removed. 12 - R. Carson Bowser - reduce assessment from $6410.00 to $2410 00 account liquor license removed. 13 - Arthur J. Hurley - cancel $70.00 assessment Personel Property in County. 14 - Grace Allen - cancel $5250.00 assessment on horses, paid in Santa Clara County. I Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the above listed changes in the Unsecured Personel Property Roll be made, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. Communication was presented from the City Engineer attaching petitions of Joseph M. Cuellar et al and R. P. Stephenson et aI, re- questing the improvement of Eldorado, Farro and Alice Sts., with side- walks, curbs, gutter and pavement, such improvement to be done under the Improvement Act of 1911. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the foregoing petitions be and are here- by approved and the City Attorney be instructed to institute the proper procedure covering such improvements. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1803 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA FIXING THE TAX LEVY FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR OF 1948-49. I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1803 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES:-,Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1804 entitled: "A RESOLUTION'OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA' ACCEPTING GRANT DEED COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA. II The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No.1804 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1805 en- titled: '~ RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROV- ING BOND TO GUARANTEE THE COST OF IMPROVEMENTS AND THE TIME OF COM- PLETION THEREOF IN TRACT NO.14l72." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No.1805 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I I 1'743 City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention No.lB06 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ABANDON EASEMENT FOR DRAINAGE OF STREET WATER FROM NORMAN AVENUE IN TRACT NO .14339 IN SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No.lB06 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1807 en- titled. "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DESIGNAT- ING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY AS THROUGH HIGHWAYS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAINING OF "STOP SIGNS" ON CERTAIN ALLEYS INTERSECTING WITH SAID THROUGH HIGHWAYS." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1807 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.lBoB en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REQUEST ING THE PERMISSION OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO WIDEN AND IMPROVE A PORTION OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE IN SAID CITY, ADJACENT TO THE COUNTY PARK." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution Nm.lBOB as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.724 entitled: "AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 630 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED FEBRUARY 18,1947,", be given its second and rinal reading. The title of said Ordinance haVing been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously car- ried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the bo~y of Ordin- ance No. 724. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No.724. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.725 entitled: '~N ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ~RDINANCE NO .327 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED DECEMBER 3, 1935, PROHIBITING THE DE- POSITING OF GARBAGE, TRASH, OR OTHER REFUSE UPON ANY PUBLIC THOROUGHFARE OR VACANT LOT WITHIN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.725. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.726 entitled: "AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULATING THE KEEPING OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS, POULTRY OR RABBITS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AND FIX- ING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF, AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance NO.726. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.727 entitled: "AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULATING THE SLAUGHTER- ING OF RABBITS, POULTRY AND DOMESTIC FOWLS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AND FIXING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.727. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ord1nance No.728 entitled: "AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OR THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULATING TRAFFIC UPON THE PUBLIC STREETS AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO.200 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 15, 1927, AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF. ORDINANCES IN CON- FLICT THEREWITH.", be introduced and read in full. T(Ll':i: The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No 728. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No 729 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.497 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUMBERED 48-A.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.729. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and I unanimously carried, that the Fire Chief be and is hereby instructed to proceed with the recovering of six chairs and the purchase of four new chairs for use in the Fire Stations. Councilman Nugent requested that the City Clerk be instructed to write Mr. Harry Russell, Chairman of the Recreation Commission, call- ing his attention to the fact that wherever possible purchases of supplies and equipment should be made from local merchants if the prices are within 10% of competitive prices obtained elsewhere. Mayor Russell submitted the name of R. W. Dow to fill the un- expired term on the Personnel Board of Philip A. Libby, resigned. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that R. W. Dow be and is hereby appointed as a member of the Personnel Board for the four year term ended April 1952. Mayor Russell announced the appointment of Councilman Libby to the fOllowing Committees: Finance and Water, and in an advisory capacity on the Personnel Board; that Councilman Boucher hereafter will serve as Chairman of the Street Committee and that Councilman Klomp will serve in an advisory capacity on the Planning Commission. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Water accounts totalling $792.55 I a list of which is on file in the office of the City Clerk, have been open on our books for more than four years, be written off as uncollect- ible. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugentsnd Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, that Warrants Nos.251 to 369 in- clusive as audited and allowed by the Finance Gommittee, be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby. authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Fire Dept. -------- 2812 and 2813 Street Dept. ------ 2772 Gen. Govt Bldgs --- 2770 and 2771 Water Dept. ------- 2592 to 2599 Incl. I Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried, that the meeting adjourn. f5wg;/p Mayor ATTEST: erL~ City Cle I I I I I 1'il}:J Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California. September 21, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimousl~ carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held Septem- ber 7, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. Councilman Libby took his place at the Council table at 8:06 o'clock P.M. The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the construction of sanitary sewer connection between the Cities of Arcadia and Monrovia on Huntington Drive east of Fifth Avenue, as follows: San Gabriel Construction Co., Inc, Pa t Barkley $4287.00 5102.00 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer for report later in the meeting. , Communication was presented from the Planning Commission with the petition of the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., requesting a permanent exception to zone classification to allow certain property on Colorado Place to be used for the conduct of a Restaurant, Cocktail Lounge, Coffee Shop, SWimming Pool and automobile parking space, recommending that the petition be approved subject to certain conditions. Certain parties spoke briefly on the matter. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that a public hearing be held on the above matter before the City Council, on October 5, 1948, at 8:00 o'clock P.M. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Libby, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from former Mayor Ormsby protesting the proposed change of zone classification requested by Rancho Santa Anita, Inc. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending for approval the request of a building site size 50' x 140' for Ray and Dosha Silvey. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimOUSly carried, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission as above set forth. Communication was read from the Planning Commission regarding the formation of a lighting district on South Baldwin Avenue. Said matter was referred to the City Engineer for investigation and report to the Council. Petition was presented from the Arcadia First Presbyterian Church et aI, requesting the improvement of Alice St. between First and Second Avenues, with curbs and gutters. This petition was referred to the City Engineer for investigation. Communication was read from Paul Kingsbury, Architect, recommend- ing that an extension of fourteen working days be granted to Louis F. Geisler Co. for the completition of the new City Ha'l Building. . Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Clerk notify the con- tractor on the new City Hall, Louis F. Geisler Company, that such con- tractor shall be expected to perform all of the conditions of his con- tract with the City and particularly Section 8 of such contract, referring to time for completion - extension of time; it should be stipulated that this action by the City Council and such notice to the contractor shall not constitute either expressly or by legal or other implication a waiver by the City of any breach of the contract or any provision thereof and shall not affect the right of the City to enforce the same; further, that the contractor should be required to deposit with the City security for the payment of whatever penalties mayreasonably be expected to accrue to the City under the terms of such contract. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows; AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The City Clerk was instructed to advise Mr. Kingsbury, Louis F. Geisler Company and the Bonding Company, of the action of the Council. :1'7 tit) Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby instruct- ed to refund Unsecured Personal Property taxes on liquor license in the amount of $58.40 to Leighton Industries, Inc., as requested in their letter of September 15, 1948, the imposition of this form of taxation having been declared invalid by the Supreme Court. Communication was read from the West Arcadia Business Association regarding the completion of Baldwin Avenue from Huntington Drive to Colorado. Councilman Boucher, Chairman of the Street Committee, was re- quested to represent the Council on the Committee formed by the West Arcadia Business Association for the consideration of this improvement. Communication was read from the Pacific Coast Building Officials Conference advising that the annual meeting of their organization is to be held in Sacramento on October 12th to 15th inclusive. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Engineer be instructed to attend, or designate a representative to attend this meeting, the City to assume the actual expenses of such representative. Communication was read from Ray DuShane on behalf of property owners of Oak View Lane, City of Arcadia, advising that Sierra Madre will discontinue water service to them as of September 30, 1948, and requesting that the City Council disouss the matter at their meeting. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the matter of furnishing water to the resi- dents of Oak View Lane in Arcadia be referred to the Water Superin- tendent, who is authorized to take the necessary steps to provide water service at this location, and to arrange if possible, for the furnishing of water to this location by Sierra Madre until such time as Arcadia water service is available. Communication was read from the Evangelical Methodist Church with reference to the use of the City Hall for religious services. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the use of the City Hall for this purpose is impracticable and that the City Clerk be and is hereby instructed to write the church stating the Council regrets that they will be un- able to grant permission for the use of the City Hall for their meetings. Communication was read from the Sheriff's Auxiliary Mounted Posse requesting cancellation of lease covering five acres west of Peck Road and North of Western Prime Lumber Co. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that this lease be cancelled. Communication was read from West Arcadia Business Association re- questing permission to hold a street dance at their annual Halloween Carnival, on the evening of October 29th from 8:00 P.M., to midnight. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that permission to hold this dance be granted. Communication was read from Fred E. Sockman concerning crosswalk West of the intersection of Second Avenue and Huntington Drive, and calling the attention of the Council to the removal of signs and to the danger to pedestrians crossing at this location. The City Clerk was requested to write Mr. Sockman advising that this is a temporary condition and this crossing will soon be placed in good order. Communication was read from the Arcadia Junior Chamber of Com- merce in reference to permission to sponsor a Carnival to be put on by the Ferris Shows on September 28th to October 3rd inclusive, and to be located at Third and Huntington'. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the above requested permission be granted subject to a check of traffic conditions by the Chief of Police at this location. ~ommunication was read from Harry N. Friske offering $152.50 for a South Bend lathe and attachments. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the offer of Harry N. Friske be rejected. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from Delos ~. Rupert requesting removal of Pepper trees in front of her property at 717 Arcadia Ave. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the request of Delos M. Rupert be denied, and the City Clerk be and is instructed to write a letter advising I I I I I :1'('41-(1 that the Street Superintendent has been instructsd to trjm these trees. Communication was read from ths SecretaI'v of the Recreation Commission asking authority for payment to the' following for square dance calling durins the Summer Recreation program: Jack Pa tt ison Lyle Dutton H. T. Ahl1Ilbaugh :jj; 24.00 36.00 75.00 2 Dances 3 II 4 II and recommending that H. T. Alumbaugh be placed on the regular pay roll for square dance calling. , !.lotion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimouslY carried, that payment be made for the square dance calling, but that approval of H. T. Alumbaugh on the regular pay roll be delayed pendine; further investigation. Communication was read from the Young Folks League of Los Angeles asking if there was space available in the City of Arcadia cap- able of seating 2000 people or more, so that they might bring to Arcadia a Girls' 80ft Ball team this coming season. This matter was referred to the Recreation Commission. Communication was read from D~PC Radio Station announcing their intention of saluting our City this fall with a one-hour show called "Westcapades", and requesting certain information ree;arding historical instances, plans for the future of the community, and the names of re- sidents most responsible for the City's expansion and growth. - Mot ion by Counc ilman Nugent, seconded by Counc ilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that Mr. I.!. H. Ormsby be appointed to work with the Chamber of Commerce in compiling the information requested. Communication was read from Mrs. Ellen Miller concerning the proposed Poultry Ordinance. Said communication was ordsred filed. Communication was read from F. E. Hale, Hoseman in the Fire De- partment, requesting leave of absence from September 24th to October 6th. l.iotion by Councilman llU{;ent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the request of F. E. Hale be granted, pro- vided it has the approval of Fire Chie~ Nellis, and that his absence does not jeopardize the efficiency of the Fire Department; also that in the future any requests for leaves of absence should be directed first to the Personnel Board for their recommendation. Conununication ViaS read from Wm. 1.1. Cahill, Chief of Police, suggesting that insignia be painted on both front doors of Police cars used for patrol duty. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee for report. Conununication was read from the Chief of Police recommending that a letter be addressed to the Southern California Edison Co., Mon- rovia, granting permission to set poles on City property between trans- former poles located at ~ell site next to the ~ash So~th of Las Tunas. l.:otion by Councilman Nue;ent, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be instructed to write the Southern California Edison Company granting permission as outlined above. Communication was read from Wm. M. Cahill, Chief of Police, recommend- ing that Officer Herman Decker be granted a 10.00 per month raise in salary. i,;otion by Councilman Nugent that this request be referred to the Personnel Board. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows; AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from G. B. '.Iatson, City hngineer, advising that the cost of the intercommunication system in the new City Hall will be $1932.00. l,~otion by Councilman NU{;ent that the City Engineer be authorized -y to make the necessary arrangements for the installation of the inter- communication system, with the cost not to exceed $2000.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from G. B. Watson, City Engineer, advisinll; that the cost of the proposed Go'and Stop,signs'at -Baldwin and Huntington Drive would.be approximately 017,167.00. 1-1748 Motion by Cpuncilman Nugent, ,secon~ed by Counci~n Boucher and unanimously carried, that action be postponed on these signals in view of the proposed extension of Baldwin Avenue from Huntington Drive to Colorado. Communication was read from G. B. Watson, City Engineer, ad- vising that Clarence L. Martin has been employed as Inspect6r of the new City Hall, as of September 16, 1948, at a salary of $400.00 per month. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that Clarence L. Martin be and is employed as In- spector of the new City Hall building, at a salary of $400.00 per month, effective September 16, 1948. Communication was read from the City Engineer requesting a leave of absence during the week of October 4th without pay. I~tion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that this request be granted. Communication was read from the Cit~ Clerk requesting per- mission to refund a duplicate payment of 1947-48 taxes amounting to $11.07, to George Bowersox. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be instructed to refund the above mentioned overpayment, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. A letter written by T. Guy Cornyn, City Attorney, to Koebig & Koebig in reference to a bill for services in the amount of $629.51, was read. In his letter Mr. Cornyn informed Koebig & Koebig that be- cause the bill referred to is part of the work covered under contract of June 18, 1946, for which payment was made in the amount of $19,200.00 he saw no reason for the additional charge. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the Council approve the letter as sent. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouchsr, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: Hone Communication was read from R. & W. Holmes, Inc., asking for permission to discharge onto City land storm waters from Tract No. 15233. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the City Engineer with authority to approve, and write a letter to the Los Angeles County Road Commissioner advising that the Council had agreed to per- mit discharge of storm waters from the south end of Hampton Avenue in to City property into a properly constructed catch basin, and from there a 24 inch concrete pipe would be constructed over City property to empty into Santa An~ta Was~. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 726 entitled: IIAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULATING THE KEEPING OF DOMESTIC ANI~~LS, POULTRY OR RABBITS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AND FIXING THE PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF, AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH.", as amended, be read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 726. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 727 entitled: IIAN OnDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULATING THE SLAUGHTERING OF RABBITS, POULTRY AND DOMESTIC FOWLS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AND FIXING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEllliOF. II, as amended, be rsad in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 727. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council accept the bid of the San Gabriel Construction Co., Inc., for the installation of sewer connection between Arcadia and Monrovia, in the sum of $4287.50, and that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary contract. Mr. lfurphy, a representative of the Lions Club, verbally requested that the City assist the Lions Club in their Imlloween program, which to a great extent is a civic program, and asking that the City agree to assist financially. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, tlmt the City of Arcadia reimburse the Lions I I I I I I I 1749 Club in an amount not to exceed $500.00 to cover any deficit in the Halloveen program fund of this club. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed' Ordinance No.725 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.327 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED DECEMBER 3, 1935, PROHIBITING THE DEPOSITING OF GARBAGE, TRASH, OR OTHER REFUSE UPON ANY PUBLIC THOROUGHFARE OR VACANT LOT WITHIN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.72j. ' Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No.725. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.729 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.497 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUMBERED 48-A.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Libby, seoonded by Councilman Nugent and unanimous- ly carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.729. Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Ordinance No.729. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.730 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CHANG- ING THE SETBACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE, A PUBLIC STREET IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.730. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that Mr. L. M. Talley be appointed immediately to act as Water Superintendent in Mr. Lee's absence, his salary to be at the prevailing Water Superintendent's rate for this additional work dur-' ing the period of Mr. Lee's absence. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby instruct- ed to call for bids for drilling, casing, testing, etc., of a 20 inch water well according to the plans on file in his office, said bids to be received up to 8:00 o'clock P.M., October 19, 1948. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Engineer be instructed to install various crosswalks on Santa Anita Ave., as previously planned and pro- vided in the current budget. Mayor Russell presented the name of Mr. Church Anderson to complete the unexpired term of Mr. Wallace Young, resigned, on the Planning Commission. / , Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that Mr. Church Anderson be and is hereby appointed as a member of the Planning Commission for the term ended December 6,1950. Mayor Russell presented the name of Mr. Edwin C. Ingstad to complete the unexpired term of Mr. Ray Dickinson, deceased, on the Planning Commission. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that Mr. Edwin C. Ingstad be and is hereby appoint- ed as a member of the Planning Commission for the term ending Dec.6,1949. Mayor Russell presented the name of W. C. Billig for appoint- ment to the Board of Trustees of the Arcadia Public Library for the term ended June 30, 1951. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that Mr. W. C. Billig be and is hereby appointed as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Arcadia Public Library for the term ended June 30, 19~1. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and be is hereby 1-750 authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Street Dept. ---------- 2773, 2774 and 2775 Police Dept. ---------- 2224 and 2225 Fire Dept. ------------ 2814 to 2817 Incl. City Clerk ------------ 1933 Water Dept. ----------- 2592 to 2599 Incl. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that Warrants Nos.370 to 435 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee, be approv- ed and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: ' I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ?f3~JklA~/L/ Mayor ATTEST: L?ci.4 ' City C~ I Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California October 5, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of ths City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with ~~yor Russell pre- s idine: PRESENI': Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Bouoher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held September 21, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. I ~~yor Russell announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing in the matter of abandonment of ease- ment for drainage of street water from Norman Ave. in Tract No. 14339 in accordance with Resolution of Intention No. 1806. No written or verbal protests were presented. l.lotion by Councilman Nue;ent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carl'ied, that the above mentioned easement be vacated, and that the matter be referred to the City Attorney for preparation of the necessary Ordinance covering. !~yor Russell announced this was the time and place set by. the City Council for hearing in the matter of the petition of Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., for change in zone classification. Petitioner, through his attorney, requested that the hear- ing be postponed until the next regular meeting of the City Council to be held October 19, 1948. ~~yor Russell announced that there being no objection, the hearing in the above matter vlill be postponed until 8:00 o'clock P.M., October 19, 1948. Petition was read from John A. Bryant et al requesting the removal of the middle par~vay in Santa Anita Highlands area, and the installation of street lights on First Avenue North of Foothill to Orange Grove Ave. I Said communication was referred to the Street Committee. Communication was read from Louis F. Geisler Company in reply to the letter of the City written him September 24, 1948, in re- ference to the extension of time and the penalties involved for the construction of the nevI City Hall building. I I I I 1731 . Said communication was referred to the City Attorney with in- structions to communicate vlith I,lr. Geisler. Communica t ion Vias rsad from Arcadia I,!asonic Temple Assoc iat ion with reference to the building of an apron along Eldorado St. instead of the customary curbing. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer for in- vestigation and report. Communication was read from the Rancho Santa Anita Residents Association in reference to the dirty condition of streets in the Rancho District. Said communication was referred to the Street Committee for further investigation. Communication ~as read from California Institute of Technology requesting permission to transport small quantities of liquid hydrogen through the City of Arcadia. I,;otion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this request be granted. Communication was read from the California National Guard re- questing permission to remove ths present lighting system installed over Tennis courts at the City Ball Park for use at their ~ational Guard headquarters. Notion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that Mr. Talley check with the Recreation Commission to determine if they have further use for these lights and if not, that consent be given for the removal at the expense of the National Guard. Communication was read from W. C. Greenwald requesting refund for the amount paid on Building Permit No. 9163. Said matter was referred to the City Engineer for investigation. Communication was read from Willard Bronson requesting refund of $31.00 paid for Building Permit No. 8960, and a ~i2.00 fee paid on Permit No. 4087. This matter was referred to the City Engineer for recommendation. Co~nication was read from ths Arcadia Community Chest re- questing permission to place Community Chest posters on street light standards. 110tion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that permission be granted to place posters on street light standards under the supervision of the City Engineer. Communication was read from the West Arcadia Business Associa- tion petitioning the City Council to order pedestrian zone markings on Duarte Road from the mouth of the entrance to the parking area to or near, Dr. Smith'S dental office, and that demarcations be placed at entrances and exits to parking lot in the rear of the Uest Arcadia Branch of the Bank of America. l~tion by Councilman Nugent, that this matter be referred to the Chief of Police and City Engineer for investigation and recommendation. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilman Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Engineer relative to the request of the Presbyterian Church for the installation of curbing and paving on Alice St. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication \IaS read from the City Ene;ineer regarding a light- ing district on Baldwin Ave. between Duarte Road and Naomi Ave. The City Clerk vias requested to send a copy of IJr. \'latson's letter to the \'lest Arcadia Business Association. Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that work in Tract No. 10725 has been completed, and that Bond is to remain in force until the completion of the storm drain North of Grandview Ave., which is separate from the street work. l.!otion by Councilman Klomp that the VIOrk consisting of grading, ourbs, gutters and paving in Tract No. 10725 be accepted and approved, the Bond to remain in full force and effect. uaid motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on l~ll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None :1'752 Communication was read from L. H. Talley, Acting Water Superintsndent, on the nmtter of furnishing Arcadia water to residents on Oak View Lane, and making certain recommendations. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Counoilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council accept the recommenda- tions of the Acting Water Superintendent, and that he be authorized to arrange for the furnishing of water to these residents, subject to the approval of the State Water Master. Communication was read from L. M. Talley, Acting Water Superintendent, recommending the overpayment of $12.00 for water furnished to Earl B. Lippert, 1414 S. Tenth Ave., be refunded. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that this overpayment be re- funded Earl B. Lippert. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from J. M. Nellis, Fire Chief, re- questing that the position of Hoseman formerly held by Frank E. Hale, be declared vacant and requesting the appointment of Fred N. Clayton from the eligible list at a salary of $200.00 per month, plus the cost- of-living increase. ,Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the Personnel Board for recommendation. Communication was read from the Personnel Board submitting the following names from the eligible list for the position of Pump- man in the Water Department. 1 - Boyd 1.1cMurry McKenzie 2 - Norris John Peters I On recommendation of l~. Talley, Acting Water Superintendent, it was determined that the appointment to this position be delayed two weeks, and the City Clerk was instructed to notify the above named men as to this delay. Communication was read from the Chief of Police, Wm. M. Cahill, attaching a letter from the Southern California Business Mens Association requesting permission to broadcast in the City of Arcadia on Election Day, November 2, 1948. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this request be denied, and the City Clerk be instructed to advise the Southern California Business Mens Association of this decision. Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommend- ing the word "STOP" be painted on the street at First Avenue approach- ing Colorado, for both North and South traffic. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council approve the request of the Chief of Police. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending that Officer Thomas Bednark be given top Patrolman's salary, plus the additional f?25.00 per month cost-of-living increase, effective October 22, 1948. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that said communication be referred to the Personnel Board. Communication was read from Wm. M. Cahill, Chief of Police, attaching bids for Alternators and Bosch Generators. Said communication was referred to the Police Commission. I Communication was read from rfurry Russell, Chairman of the Recreation Commission, enclosing copies of the Minutes of the regular meeting, together with a copy of the Recreation Director's monthly report. Said communications were ordered filed. Communication was read from Harry Russell, Chairman of the Recreation Commission, requesting payment of $63.45 to Harry Alumbaugh for the directing of square dances on September lOth, 17, 24 and , October 1, 1948. Jiotion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be instructed to drav ~arrant in the amount of 063.45 to Harry AllunbauGh for the above na:ned services. Said motion ~ns seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follo~s: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: ;Ione Communication ~as read from R. C. Erling, City Clerk, requesting refund of taxss paid on On Sale and Off Sale liquor licenses as follo~s: R(~0;'t~v;:~r;-1945:46:-1946:47-~~d 1947-48) . Eatons Santa Anita Inc. ----------- (POl' the years 1945-46, 1946-47 and 1947-48) . Carpenters Santa Anitan Cafe ------- (For the years 1945-46, 1946-47) D. Bruce Douglas ------------------- (For the years 1945-46 and 1946-47) (, 204.42 ii' 204.42 146.02 77.44 I.:otion by Cpuncilman Nugent that the City Clerk be and is hereby instructed to draw warrants in the above amounts as refunds for taxes paid, since these charces ~ere illegal according to recent Supreme Court decisions. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: Hone Communication wes read from the City Clerk requesting permission to reduce <\ssessment No. 3470, Genevieve C. \lolf (1'he Derby'), from 09000.00 to 05000.00, because of inclusion of liquor license. J.:otion by Councilman lIugent, that Assessment No. 3470 be reduced to (;5000.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follo~s: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, }rugent and Russell HOES: none Communication ~as read from the City Clerk requesting additional appropriations for the following jobs: JOB NO. DESCRIPTION A:.;OUNr AIlOUNT TO BE AUTHORIZED EXPB;IDED A'JTHOHIZED 134 IJo 11 y Ave. Pa th'.'IUYs ..- 999.00 "" 2941.71 .' 1942.71 1,9 Las ~~ores Cutover-Santa Anita 244.6, 244.6, 1 0 Street LiGhts, 2nd to 5th 700.00 1424.3 724.3 144 ~anta Anita Crossovers 5491.94 5491.94 145 Santa Anita 2athways 800.00 1311.65 511.65 J.:otion by Councilman NU[;ent that the above requested appropria- tions be and are hereby authorized. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follo~s: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, l;ugent and Russell l!OES: ;~one Communication ~as read from L. iI. Talley, ActinG Hater Superin- tendent, settinG forth explanation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the ',later De!2artment for pay coverinG overtime \70rk durinG the month of September 194e: Donald Ott ----------- 5131;- Hours D. E. l<'razier -------- 16 II E. Highton ----------- l@ II JIanuel Ramirez ------- l7X II John Thomas ---------- 36l II John l,larke 1 ---------- 27 II Thomas Poyner -------- 20 " Leland Hanson -------- 1 II Andrew Bsrkompas ----- 8 II John J. Cox ---------- 1 II in the basis. Call as J.Jotion by Councilman Klomp, that the above mentioned employees Water Department be paid for said overtime on a straight time Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Communication \'Ias read from J. J.l. Nellis,' Fire Chief, requestinG that bids be called from for the purchase of fire equipment, and also re- commending discussion be had as to the Architect for the proposed new Fire Station on Orange Grove Ave. :1754 r~otion by Councilman Nugent that the City Clerk be authori- zed to call for bids on certain fire apparatus, said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P.M., October 19, 1948, the specifications covering to be on file in the office of the City Clerk. Said Motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication was read from Col. Carl H. Aulick enclosing plan for a Type C. Armory for the City of Arcadia, and assuring the Council that they will make every effort to conform the front of the Armory to the architecture of the new City Hall. The City Clerk was instructed to inform bw. Kin8sbury, Architect, of the contents of this letter. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 726 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULATING THE KEEPING OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS, POULTRY AND RABBITS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AND FIXING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF.", be given its final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 726. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 726. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 727 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULATING THE SLAUGHTERING OF RABl3ITS, POULTRY AND DOMESTIC FOWLS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AND FIXING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF.", be gfven its finaL reading. . The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimous- ly carrisd, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body . of Ordinance No. 727. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 727. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher I and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 728 entitled: "ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULATING TRAFFIC UPON THE PUBLIC STREEI'S AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 200 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 15, 1927, AND ALL OTHER ORDINANCES AND PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREVfITH.", be given its second and final reading. " The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 728. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 728. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Hotion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 730 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNC IL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CHANGING THE SEI'BACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE, A PUBLIC STREEI' IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final l'eadin8. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 730. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 730. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I I I , , I 1755 ;~tion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Counoilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 732 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, Ai,IENDING ORDINANCE NO. 614 OF Tlill CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED DECEIlBER 3, 1946, ESTABLISHING CERTAIN REGULATIONS HIT III 1'1 SAID CITY YlITH REFERENCE TO THE DISSE!.IINATION OF \iRITTEN OR PRIlIT'ED !.lATTER RELATING TO HORSE RACES AND OTHER CONTESTS, 13Y AMENDING SECTION 5 OF SAID ORDINANCE.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 732. ::otion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 731 entitled: "AN ORDIll- AHCE OF TlIE CITY OF ARCADIA A;~NDING ORDINANCE HO. 497 (THE LICENSE ORDINANCE) OF SAID CITY 13Y ALlEiIDING SECTIOn 26 THEREOF.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 731. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution ~o. 1809 en- titled: "A RESOLUTIOII OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFDRHIA, PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISID.IEIlT OF A "LlUIUCIPAL HOSPITAL FUIID." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Counoilman Klomp moved ths adoption of Resolution Ho. 1809 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, NUGent and Russell NOES: None IJotion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimouslY carried, that the Personnel Clerk be authorized to call for an examination for !.lunicipal Laborer in the Ilater Department. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be authorized to call for bids for the construction of crossovers in the center park\~ay of Santa Anita Ave., said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P.!.l., October 19, 1948. lfution by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that L. !.I. Talley and John Herrin be authorized to attend the Convention of American Water Works Association to be held in Riverside on October 27, 28 and 29, 1948, and that the City reimburse them for their actual expenses while attending the Convention. , , l.~yor Russell appointed Councilman Libby to serve as Council representative at the meetings of the Recreation Commission. I.lotion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as herein- nfter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Street Dept. ----------- 2776 to 2779 Incl. Fire Dept. ------------- 2818 Police Dept. ----------- 2226 and 2227 ~ater Dept. ------------ 2614 to 2631 Incl. 1.lotion by Councilman Nugent, that '.'iarrants Nos. 436 to 516 in- clusive, as audited and allo~ed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the I~yor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said ~arrants. r Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None !.lotion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ~~ ATTEST: 1:1m'~7 :1'756 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia,California October 19, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, wtth Mayor RUBsell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher I and unanimously carried" that the Minutes of the regular meeting held October 5, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. Mayor Russell announced this was the time and place set for the postponed hearing in the matter of the petition of Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., for an exception to zone classification on property locat-' ed on Colorado Place. Various people spoke for and against the rezoning. The Council recessed for fifteen minutes, and on reconvening was called to order by the Mayor. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission to grant a permanent exception as requested by the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc. ,Said motion was second- ed by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugen t The City Clerk opened and read the one and only bid received for the drilling of a 20 inch water well located on Palm Drive and El Monte Ave: Roscoe Moss Co. ------------ $ 9838.00 I This bid was referred to the Acting Water Superintendent Mr. Talley, for report back later in the meeting. The City Clerk reported there were no bids covering the con- struction of crosswalks over Santa Anita AVe. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Street Superintendent be authorized to obtain separate bids for the necessary removal of trees and the crossovers, and to proceed with the work at the best price obtainable. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Navy League of the United States requesting that in keeping with the practices of past years, that Navy Dli:Y be observed. It was recommended that said communication be turned over to the City Attorney, with instructions to prepare appropriate proclam- ation for the Council on this subject. I Communication was read from Santa Anita Golf Club requesting financial support for the Santa Anita Open Golf Tournament October 21, 22, and 23, 1948. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the City Council contribute support as usual, the amount being set up in the 1948-49 budget as $150.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from James C. Bone requesting refund to Lloyd V. Engle of Liquor License taxes illegally assessed and collected during 1946-47 and 1947-48. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the above requested refund be made. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent I Communication was read from June Cocksedge, Junior-Stenograph- er Account Clerk, requesting a three months' leave of absence staDt- ing approximately November 1, 1948 and ending February 1, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that this request for leave without pay, be granted.. I I 1757 Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending tentative approval be given map of proposed Tract No.15567, excluding Lots 67 to 76 inclusive. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission as set forth above, and that tentative approval of the map as indicated be given. Communication was read from the Planning Commission requesting permission to become a member of the Southern California Planning Congress. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the above request, and that the Planning Commission be and is hereby authorized to join such Congress at an annual fee of $15.00. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending that W. K. Watson be permitted to build on a lot 49.9 feet by 185 feet. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending for approval the petition of Anna M. Rexinger and Ingegerd Isakson for a change of zone on portions of Lot 2, Santa Anita Colony. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council hold a public hearing in the above matter on November 3, 1948, at 8:00 o'clock P.M. Communication was read from the City Engineer advising the sewer oonnection between the Cities of Arcadia and Monrovia has been complet- ed according to specifications and plans. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council accept this work as a part of the sewer system of the City of prcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Fire Chief requesting an appro- priation of $250.00 for truck expense, which was omitted from the 1948-49 Budget. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the appropriation as requested be made. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Personnel Board submitting the name of Kenneth L. Godso as being the only person on the eligible list for Pssistant City Engineer. Motion by Councilman Libby, that Kenneth L. Godso be employed on a probationary basis as Assistant City EngineerI at a salary of $395.00 per month, plus the cost of living increase of :ji25.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that Wilton S. Knight be allowed a two weeks' leave of absence without pay, commencing October 18, 1948. Motion by Councilman Libby that the recommendation of the Per- sonnel Board be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counoilman Nugent Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that Herman Decker, Patrolman, who has served his probationary period of six months, be given an increase in salary of $10.00 per month as of Septem- ber 30, 1948. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the City Council accept the re- commendation of the Personnel Board. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent fl~ Communication was read from the Personnel Board advising that A. E. Rumery has been appointed as Chairman of the Personnel Board, at a regular meeting held October 7, 1948. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Personnel Board advising that Emil Leese, Patrolman, will finish his probationary period as of November 4, 1948, and because he has served six months in the Depart- ment, recommending that he be given a $10.00 per month increase in salary as of October 20, 1948. I Motion by Counoilman Libby that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Personnel Board. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication ~as read from the Personnel Board recommending that Captain E. A. Gates in the Fire Department, be given top bracket salary of $250.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost of living increase, effective October 20, 1948. Motion by Councilman Libby that the recommendation of the Per- sonnel Board be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Personnel Board approving the action taken by the City Council in reference to leaves of absence re- quested by City employees., Said communication was ordered filed. I Communication was read from the Personne! Board in reference to recommendations made by the Chief of Police regarding salary increases for Thomas Bednark and J. W. Clark, Patrolmen, and recommending the denial of this request; inasmuch as it is the practice to grant salary increases at the end of the six months employment or at the end of the~bationary period, and at the end of one year's service as a permanent employee. The Personnel Board then recommended that once an employee has been placed on permanent status, increases be granted only after one year has been served as .a permanent employee. Motion by Councilman Libby that the recommendation of the Per- sonnel Board be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the furnishing of certain fire apparatus to the City of Arcadia, Mack International Motor Truck Corpn. ----------- $17,937.75 I This bid ,was referred to Fire Chief Nellis for study and report. Communication was read from the Fire Chief advising that Captain E. A. Gates has met with an accident and according to the doctor's re- port will be unable to report for duty for a period of approximately four 'to six weeks. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Personnel Board in reference to hiring one additional fireman in the Fire Department. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a Resolution increasing the personnel of the Fire Department to nineteen men. Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending a hearing be called in regard to F. E. Hale, Hoseman in the Fire Depart- ment, due to leave of absence without permission, when charges are properly filed by the Chief of the Fire Department. Motion by Councilman Libby that the Mayor and City Clerk be in- structed to write a letter to the Personnel Board charging Frank E. Hale, Hoseman in the Fire Department, with failure to report for duty, with insubordination and inattention to duty in his employment as hose- man in the Fire Department of the City of Arcadia, and request said Board to hear the charges made therein, pursuant to Ordinance No.43l of the said City of Arcadia. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: I I I I 1-759 AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that Fred N. Clayton, second on the eligible list for hoseman in the Fire Department, be appointed at a salary of $190.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost of living increase. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the Fire Chief be allowed to employ Fred N. Clayton on an emergency temporary basis for fifteen days. communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to refund to the Market Basket, the sum of $76.66, off-sale liquor li- censes illegally collected on Unsecured Personal Property for the year 1945-46, and 1946-47 and 1947-48. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the City Council accept the re- commendation of the City Clerk. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp, and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent communication was read from of Warrant No.42l issued September because of a duplicate payment. Motion by Councilman Boucher that Warrant No.421 be cancelled. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: the City Clerk requesting cancellation 21, 1948 to the Homelite Corporation AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to ask for bids for furniture for the new City Hall. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be and is hereby instructed to call for bids for the purchase of furniture for the new City Hall. Communication was read from G. B. Watson, City Engineer, relative to the crossover of the Pacific Eleotric Railway to connect with Sunset Blvd. and estimating that the City of Arcadia should not have to contribute more than $5000.00 to the cost of this project, which amount is in the opinion of the City Engineer the value of this project to the citizens of Arcadia generally. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be accepted, and that the City Attorney take up with the County and other interested persons the questions of financing the balance of the cost of this project. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Councilman Boucher ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Libby,seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the audit report covering an audit of the books, records and accounts of the City of Arcadia for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1948, be and the same is hereby accepted and filed. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.18l0 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, APPROVING BOND TO GUARANTEE THE COST OF IMPROVEMENTS AND THE TIME OF COMPLETION THEREOF IN TRACT NO.14656." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No.18l0 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as folOLoWS: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance NO.73l entitled: "AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.497 (THE LICENSE OR- DINANCE) OF SAID CITY BY AMENDING SECTION 28 THEREOF.", be gi ven its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.731. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance NO.73l. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: :17tiU AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Nolie ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Counoilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.732 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDIN- ANCE No.6l4 OF AROADIA, ADOPTED DECEMBER 3, 1946, ESTABLISHING CERTAIN REGULATIONS WITHIN SAID CITY WITH REFERENCE TO THE DISSEMINATION OF WRITTEN OR PRINTED MATTER RELATING TO HORSE RACES AND OTHER CONTESTS, BY AMENDING SECTION 5 OF SAID ORDINANCE.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.732. I Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance'No.732. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed ordinance No.733 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDERING THE ABAN- DONMENT OF CERTAINEASEMENT FOR DRAINAGE OF STREET WATER FROM NORMAN AVENUE IN TRACT Nl!I.14;39 IN SAID CITY.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance NQ.733. ~ Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and I unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.734 entitled: "AN OR- DINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.709 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 2, 1948, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION THERETO TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUMBERED SECTION lA.", be intro- duced andread in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance NO.734. Motion by Councilman Libby that the salary of Glen B. Watson, City Engineer, be increased to $475.00 per month, plus the cost of living increase of $25.00, effective October 20, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the business section in both Arcadia and West Arcadia, be swept three times each week, and on these three days after work is completed in the business streets, that the equipment then be used in cleaning residential streets. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the bid of Roscoe Moss Co. be held for two weeks for investigation and reference to Mr. Lee for his recommendation. Motion by Councilman Boucher, .seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be instructed to call for bids for one Ii ton truck as per specifications furnished by the Street De- partment. Communication was read from Stella BroOkover requesting removal of a Palm tree at 650 W. Huntington Dr. I Motion by Councilman Boucher that the Police Department arrange to block off a one car parkingspace to the West of this property so that the Brookover private driveway will not be blocked, but that the request for the removal of the Palm tree be denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is here- by authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: I Fire Dept. ----------- 2819 to 2823 Incl. Police dept. -------- 2228 Street Dept. --------- 2783 Gen. Govt Bldgs ------ 2780 to 2782 Incl. Planning Comm1ssion--- 2784 Water Dept. ---------- 2632 to 2642 Incl. I I I I .L.t' n-L Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Warrants Nos.517 to 552 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and city Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and dir- ected to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ~L~ Mayor ATTEsT: ~~~ ' ity Cl~ Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California, November 3, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of October 19, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved, as corrected. Mayor Russell announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council, for hearing in the matter of the application of Anna M. ~x1nger and Ingegerd Isakson for a change of zone and a conditional variance covering cer~in property located near Duarte Road between First And Santa Anita Avenues. No written or verbal protests were presented. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission for a change of zone from R-l to R~3 on Parcel NO.1; a change of zone from C-l to R-l on a portion of Parcel No.2, and a conditional variance to allow the parking of automobiles on all of Parcel No.2 as outlined on the map attached to the petition, the City Attorney to prepare and submit the necessary Ordinance therefor. City Attorney Cornyn read a communication from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., relative to the proposed extension of Baldwin Avenue from Hunting- ton Drive to Colorado. The City Clerk was instructed to send a copy of this letter to the Chamber of Commerce and the Planning Commission. Communication was read from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce re- questing an appropriation of $500.00 as the City's share of Christmas decorations in the two business areas. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the City pay their proportion of the expenses for the above mentioned decorations, in a sum not to exceed $500.00, upon presentation of a statement itemizing the actual expenditures. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from the Chamber of Commerce requesting appropriation of $304.70 for the purchase of 5000 maps of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that an appropriation not to exceed $304.70 be made to the Chamber of Commerce to cover the purchase of these maps. I(O~ Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYEs: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from the Chamber of Commerce relative to ceremonies to be held at the time of the dedication of the new City Hall. This letter was ordered held for further discussion and con- sideration by the Countil as a Committee of the Whole. Communication was read from the Chamber of Commerce requesting the Council to appoint an Arcadia Beautification Committee, and suggest- ing certain people to be named as members of this Committee. Said letter was ordered held for further discussion and con- sideration by the Council as a Committee of the Whole. I Communication was read from Paul Kingsbury, Architeot, relative to the request made by Mr. Louis F. Geisler for payment of finish hardware material in order to assure the availability when needed. Mo~ion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that this request be referred to theCity Engineer, with instructions that he contact Mr. Kingsbury and make the nec- essary arrangements so that these materials will be available when needed. Communication was read from Mr. Paul Kingsbury, Architect, re- garding the landscaping of the new Civic Center property immediately surrounding the new City Hall building. I Motion by Councilman Boucher that a landscape architect be selected by the City Engineer to draw plans and specifications for landscaping, at a cost not to exceed $250.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from Mr. Paul Kingsbury, Architect, en- closing a letter from P. T. Poage, Assistant State Architect, in re- gard to the design of the proposed National Guard Armory in the Civic Center. Mr. Kingsbury expressed the opinion that if proper planting is used to screen the Armory from the balance of the Civic Center, and the color scheme of the exterior of theArmory BUilding conf~rms with that adopted by the City Hall Building, he saw no serious objection to the design as submitted and recommended approval of it. Motion by Councilman ~oucher that the City Council accept the recommendation of Mr. Kingsbury as set forth in his letter. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent ABSENT: Councilman Libby I Petition was presented by Harold L. Strohm et aI, requesting improvements on the North side of Huntington Drive between Santa Anita and San Rafae1 Road, by the construction of cement sidewalks. Said petition was referred to the City Engineer with in- structions to investigate, and with authority to proceed w!th the work if satisfied the signatures on this petition are bonafide and re- presented a majority of the property owners, the petition subject to this condition being hereby approved. Communications were read from Williams Electric Corporation and San Gabriel Valley Electric Contractors Association requesting that the second reading of Ordinance No.734 amending Ordinance No.709 of the City of Arcadia be tabled until after a special meeting of the City Officials and Electrical Contractors which is to be held November 8, 1948. These letters were ordered held pending the above scheduled meeting on November 8, 1948. Communication was read from Florence J. Seaman requesting per- mission to put an additional building on her property at 541 Lemon Ave. I Said communication was ordered referred to the Planning Com- mission for consideration and recommendation. Communication was read from J. E. Ronstad requesting permission to give the name of Woodruff Place to the private street running North then East from Woodruff Avenue. Said letter was referred to the Planning Commission for further consideration and recommendation. . I 176a Communication was read from the Amvets requesting permission to conduct an exhibit housed in their twenty-eight foot trailers, in con- nection with their National Welfare Program. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve this request. Communication was read from the Monrovia-Arcadia-Duarte High School requesting permission to parade through the City of Arcadia on November 19, 1948, at 3:00 P.M., and requesting a Police escort to supervise the parade. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that said permission be granted. Communication was read from the Recreation Department submitting the resignation of Florence San Dona from the Commission. Said resignation was accepted with regret, and the City Clerk was instructed to write a letter of appreciation and thanks for the services rendered by Mrs. San Dona. Communication was read from the Department of Recreation attach- ing report of activities for the month of October. Said report was ordered filed. Communication was read from John G. Naza~off requesting per- mission to sublease a portion of the property leased from the City on Peck Road. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that said request be referred to the City Attorney and City Engineer for further investigation. Communication was read from James C. Bone requesting refund of illegally assessed liquor license tax covering the years 1945-46, $22.68, and 1946-47, $32.08 for Leo Mendel, d.b.a. Happy's Liquor Store. Motion by Councilman Nugent that this refund be granted. Said motion was seconded, by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc. relative to the payment of $12.00 under protest and without prejudice, for business license covering an apartment house at 881-887 W. Huntington Dr. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Merchants Committee requesting the use of First Avenue between Genoa and Huntington Drive for the purpose of conducting a dance and parade on November 5th in connection with the opening of the new Post Office building. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the request of the Merchants Committee be approved. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending the petition of John D. Myers and F. D. Myers for a change of zone from R-l to R-2 on all lots in Tract No.14l72 located on Eighth Avenue south of Norman Avenue, be denied. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that a publiC hearing on the above named petition be set for November 16, 1948, at 8:00 o'clock P.M., in the Council Chambers in the City Hall. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from the Planning Commission requesting that dues in the amount of $15.00 per year and the expense of members attending meetings of the Southern California Planning Congress be paid by the City. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City pay the dues of the Southern California Planning Congress in the amount of $15.00 per year, and that the expenses of the members attending meetings be paid by the City. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby :.LibLl: Communication was read from the City Engineer relative to Electrolier standards in Tracts Nos.13367 and 10275, known as Arcadia Highlands. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be authorized to prepare an assessment district for this lighting system. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENTt Councilman Libby I Communication was read from the City Engineer enClosing a letter from the Meeker Land Company wherein they ask for lease on land in the Rio Hondo Wash that abutts onto Subdivision No.15277. This letter was referred to the City Engineer for further consideration and recommendation. Communication was read from the City Engineer adviSing that C. C. Bong Construction Co. has completed the construction of the Colorado Bridge according to plans and specifications. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City accept the complet- ed bridge as recommended by the City Engineer. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Uall as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from Fire Chief Nellis advising that I Robert B. Orchard has been employed as temporary Hoseman on October 31, 1948, at a salary of $190.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost-of- living increase. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that this communication be referred to the Personnel Board for recommendation. Communication was read from the Fire Chief recommending Fred N. Clayton for employment as Hoseman in the Fire Depart~ent, at a salary of $200.00 per month plus the $25.00 cost of liVing in~ease, effective Nov. 4, 1948. Motion by Counctlman nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that Fred N. Clayton be continued as a tem- porary employee, and that the matter be referred to the Personnel Board. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the bid of the Mack-Inter- national Truck Corporation in the amount of $17,937.75 for the furnish- ing of certain fire equipment be accepted and payment be authorized from the Capital Qutlays fund upon delivery of the equipment, in ac- cordance with the terms of the written contract which the Mayor and City Clerk are authorized to execute. Said bid was opened and re- ferred to the Fire Chief at the regular meeting of October 19, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting per- mission to cancel $300.00 assessment on Lot 21, Tract No.13177 which represents a duplicate assessment of 1948-49 taxes in the amount of $4.14. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that this request be approved and cancellation of 1947-48 taxes of $4.14 be made, subject to the approval of the City fttorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from the CIty Clerk requesting per- mission to refund illegally assessed liquor license tax against Harry Curl and for 1946-47 and 1947-48, in the amount of $127.65. I Motion by Councilman Nugent, that refund to Harry Curland in the amount of $127.65 illegally assessed, be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from L. M Talley, Acting Water Superin- tendent, setting forth explanation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the Water Department for pay covering over~ time work during the month of October 1948: I I :t'ifG5 D. E. Frazier ----------- Manuel Ramirez ---------- John L. Frazier --------- Donald Ott -------------- John Thomas ------------- Leland Thomas ----------- E. Highton -------------- John Markel ------------- Robert Nelson ----------- Thos. Poyner ------------ Andrew Berkompas -------- 16 hours 2'(, " 27 " 40, " 32, " 17 " 45 3'( 27t " 10 1 " " " " Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime on a str~ight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.lBll en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, PROVIDING FOR ADDITIONAL PERSONNEL IN THE COMPETITIVE SERVICE OF SAID CITY." The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Res'lution No.lBll as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as fol~ows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.733 entitled: " AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ORDERING THE ABANDON- MENT OF CERTAIN EASEMENT FOR DRAINAGE OF STREET WATER FROM NORMAN AVENUE IN TRACT NO.14339 IN SAID CITY.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.733. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No.733. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Nugent, 93conded by Councilman Klomj; and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.735 entitled: 'AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY Or ARCADIA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, MAKING A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.735. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman N~ent and un- animously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.736 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO.51B OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED-.IJNE 20, 1944, ADOPTING A BUILDING CODE FOR THE CITY OF ARCADIA, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUMBERED SECTION I-A.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.736. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.,(3,( entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, LICENSING THE TRANSACTION AND CARRYING ON OF CERTAIN BUSINESSES, TRADES, PROFESSIONS, CALLINGS AND OCCUPATIONS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF RAIS- ING MUNICIPAL REVENUES, AND PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION THERE- OF AND REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HERE- WITH.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.737. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be instructed to refer to the Los Angeles County Health Department for enforcement, Ordin- ances Nos. 726 and 727 relating to the raising of poultry and rabbits and to slaughter houses, such enforcement to be undertaken on behalf of the City of Arcadia, in accordance with the terms of the contract entered into between the City and County, which provides for the specific enforce- ment of Ordinances inaddition to the customary services of the Health Dept. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: :1'766 AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the bid for the drilling of a 20 inch water well located on Palm Drive and El Monte Avenue by Roscoe Moss Company in the amount of $9838.00 be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby (The above bid was submitted to the Acting Water Superintendent L. M. Talley, at the regular meeting held October 19, 1948, with in- structions to report back at a later date.) Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City employ Mr. Ralph Shoemaker of San Dimas as Consultant in the matter of drilling the new water well on the site at El Monte Avenue and Palm Drive; his fee to be $50.00 per day. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is here- by authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering, I Police Dept. ------------ 2229 to 2231 Incl. Fire Dept. -------------- 2824 to 2826 " Street Dept. ------------ 2785 Gen. Govt. Bldgs -------- 2786 City Clerk ----------7--- 1934 and 1935 Water Dept. ------------- 2643 to 2651 Incl. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that Warrants Nos.553 to 642 in- clusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authoriz- ed and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ~~j24'/// I ATTEST: ~~~ City crerk Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California. Nov. 16, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time arldmentioned place, with Mayor Bussell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None I Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held November 3, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing of the petition of John D. Myers and F. D. Myers requesting change of zone from R-l to R~2 on all of Tract No. 14172. Attorney James C. Bone spoke on behalf of Mr. Myers. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the City Council accept the I I I I 1737 recommendation of the Planning Commission and deny said petition. Said motion was second~d by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The Mayor announced this was the time and place set for the opening if bids covering furniture for the new City Hall. The City Clerk presented and opened the following bids: Brejons of Arcadia Arcadia Stationers Harry E. Cooper Remington Rand, Inc. Anderson Typewriter Co. J. A. Freeman Co. Pacific Desk Co. Belcher & Schacht The above bids were turned over to the City Clerk for a study and report back at the next Council meeting to be held Dec. 7, 1948. The Mayor announced this was the time and place set for the opening of bids for 1, ton trucks. The City C~erk opened and read bids as follows: Leon Kingsley -------- $ 3462.44 including Sales Tax Santa Anita Motors --- 2793.45 excluding sales tax These bids were given to the City Engineer with instructions to report back at the Council meeting to be held Dec. 7, 1948. An estimate in the amount of $559.50 for re-finishing fur- niture to be moved to the new City Hall, was read by theCity Clerk. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the City Clerk be instructed to have this furniture refinished at a cost not to exceed $559.50. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Petition was read from Ralph Patton et al for the improvement of Palm Drive between Santa Anita Ave. and a point 1075 feet westerly thereof, by the construction of concrete curbs, gutters and oil macadam pavemen t. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the petition for the im- provement of a portion of Palm Drive be approved, and the City Engineer be authorized to proceed with the work. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The petition of C. W. Blanchard et al protesting the use of Fairview Ave. as a main traffic artery during the racing season, was read. Several people in the audience spoke in favor of the petition. Said matter was referred to the Chief of Police with in- structions to confer with the Arcadia Safety Council and one of the signers of the petition, in an attempt to arrive at some satisfactory solution. Communication was read from City Attorney Cornyn relative to the John Nazaroff lease of certain City lands on Peck Road. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the lease be continued as is, until 1949, at which time a review will be made of the present lease, but that request for permission to sub-let a portion of the land for a slaughtering establishment, be denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None A copy of a letter from Supervisor W. A. Smith addressed to Hon. Richard M. Nixson, Member of Congress, from the 12th District, re- lative to granting permission to widen and improve a portion of Hunt- ington Drive adjacent to the County Park, was read. Said communication was read and ordered filed. Communication was read from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce enclosing letter from Harry M. Adie, Scoutmaster, requesting permission to conduct a paper drive for the purpose of raising money to furnish needy Arcadia families with Christmas baskets containing food and toys. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that permission be granted for the Boy Scouts :1768 to conduct this drive, but that permission for the use of the parking space adjacent to the Chamber of Commerce, be denied. (It was suggest- ed that arrapgements might be made for packaging the papers on the lot near the Police Station on Wheeler St.) , Communication was read from Leland S. MacDouglass requesting permission to remove a dozen old Camphor trees from the parking space in front of his home. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer to investi- gate and take whatever action he sees fit, as provided in the applicable Ordinance. I Communication was read from Joseph R. Kelly relative to bidding on the landscaping for the new City Hall grounds. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from L. H. Fultz relative to remodeling building at 2024 S. second Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the above matter be referred to the City Council as a Committee of the Whole. Motion by. Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the request .for Grant of Easement from the Southern California Edison Co. for the purpose of constructing, main- taining, repairing, etc. of electrical lines, poles, etc., over prop- erty owned by the City on Orange Grove Ave., be denied. It was suggested that the Edison Company secure easements from the property owners who are to benefit by the installation of this 'ser- vice. I Communication was read from Louis F. Geisler Co. specifying costs of $332.29 for laying asphlat flooring and installing frame and trim with glass and hinge work panels, to provide for telephone and information room instead of the file room as detailed on the original plans. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the above communication be turned over to the City Attorney with instructions to authorize this additional work. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., re- lative to the acceptance of a $5000.00 check to be placed against the cost of either Sunset Blvd. crossing or improvements of' the flood hazard on Sunset Blvd., with the understanding that if neither of these projects are completed the money is to be returned to the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City accept the check for I $5000.00 from the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., with the understanding that this amount can be applied to either the SUnset Blvd. crossing or flood control on Sunset Blvd. Said motion'was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from Martin & Goold Water Corporation requesting permission to cross the North corner of City property at a point on the South side of Live Oak Avenue where the West line of Santa Anita Wash right-of-way intersects the Southerly line, of Live Oak Avenue, for the purpose of installing a 12 inch water line. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Attorney be in- structed to prepare an easement covering a 12 inch water line over City property at the above described location. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication was read from James E. Soldo, Program Chairman of the Kiwanis Club of Arcadia, requesting permission to conduct a dance in connection with "Ladies Night" on Wednesday, November 17, 1948, at Carpenter's Santa Anitan. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this request be granted. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the applications of Harry Goldberg and Mrs. Cecil Collins for permission to disseminate written or printed matter I 1769 relating to horse races ahd other contests under Ordinance No.68o, be referred to Chief Cahill for investigation, and with instructions to report back at the next meeting of the City Council. Communication was read from Harold E. Barnett, Civil Engineer, relative to street lights in Santa Anita Highlands Tracts Nos.13367 and 1'0725. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that permission be given for the installation of Ornamental poles by Santa Anita Highlands, with the en- tire cost to be paid by them, further, that the City Engineer be in- structed to proceed with the setting up of a lighting district to take care of the additional cost of operating 2500 lumen lights as against the cost of operating 600 lumen lights which are in standard use in the rest of the City. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from George Elkins Co. requesting'appoint- ment by the City of Arcadia of Mr. Grippie as a special Police Qfficer to patrol the Elkins Tract. Motion by Counoilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that Mr. Grippie be appointed as a special Police Officer to patrol the Elkins Tract, with all expenses of this patroling to be borne by George Elkins Co. Communication was read from the Cancer Prevent!on Society re- questing permission to solicit funds in Arcadia through the medium of mail, press, radio and personal solicitation. Motion by Councilman Libby, that this request be denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYEs: Councilmen Boucher, Libby and Nugent NOEs: Councilmen Klomp and Russell The City Clerk was authorized to make further investigation through the Community Chest as to the integrity and responsibility of the Cancer Prevention Society, with instructions to report back at the next regular meeting of the City Council. Communication was read from the Arcadia Safety Council relative to removal of shrubbery and obstructions located on City owned parkway strips. The Chief of Police was instructed to investigate in an effort v to determine if all the zhrubs and various obstructions at previously indicated corners have been taken care of, and to advise the City Clerk so that he might correspond with the Arcadia Safety Council as to his findings. Communication vas read from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce re- lative to having the County Assessor and Collector of Internal Revenue use the Chamber quarters for assessing and preparing income taxes for local citizens for the coming year. The City Clerk was instructed to advise Mr. Libby there would be quarters available for the Chamber of Commerce in the new City Hall on a temporary basis and until such time as the City may have use for such space. Communication was read from the Planning Commission advising that public hearings will be held at the First Avenue School at 7:30 P.M., November 22, 1948, November 29, 1948, Dec. 1 and 2, 1948, on the new zoning Ordinance which has been prepared by the Planning Commission. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Planning Commission advising that the request by Florence J. Seaman for permission to construct a third house on a lot at 541 W. Lemon Ave., in Zone B-1, and' containing less than 20,000 square feet, was recommended for denial. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation for denial by the Planning Commission of the request of Florence J. Seaman, be approved, and that said request be denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing for approval the request of J. E. Honstad for permission to name a private street running North from Woodruff Avenue East of the Los Angeles County Flood Control channeil: "Woodruff Place". Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the 177U planning Commission be approved, and the name of the private street described above, be denominated as Woodruff Place. Said motion ~as seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell' NOES: None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing the repeal of the last paragraph of Section 7, Ordinance No.439 I requiring all businesses in Zone C-l to be conducted within buildings, so that the request of Marjorie M. Sanders for permission to conduct an open air sales yard for retail sales of ceramics and giftware, on property locat~d on the South side of Las ~unas Drive East of El Monte, might be approved. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved, and the City Attorney be authorized to amend Section 7, of Ordinance No.439 accordingly. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from L. M. Talley, Acting Water Superin- tendent, requesting authority to deliver to the City of Sierra Madre one four inch meter and one one and one-half inch meter in exchange for their meters, which had been left in place in a Change-over on Orange Grove Avenue from Sierra Madre to the Arcadia vater system. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that permission be given the Acting Water Superintendent for the exchange of meters as requested. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that the San Gabriel Construction Company has completed the installation of sewer system in Tracts Nos.14656 and 13544. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council accept the installation of sewers in Tracts Nos.14656 and 13544, as part of the Arcadia City Sewer system. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that the San Gabriel Construction Company has completed the installation of sever system in Tract No.14172. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council accept the installation of sewers in Tract No.14174 as part of the Arcadia City Sewer System. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication vas read from the City Engineer advising that the San Gabriel Construction Company has completed the installation of sever lines on Christina Avenue, according to plans and specifications of the City of Arcadia between First and Santa Anita Aves. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council accept the installation of sever lines on Christina Ave. as part of the Arcadia City sewer system. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication vas read from the Fire Chief recommending the em- ployment on an emergency basis for fifteen days, of Robert B. Orchard as Hoseman in the Fire Department at the rate of $190.00 per month plus the $25.00 cost of living increase. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the recommendation of the Fire I Chief be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication vas read from the Fire Chief advising of the re- signation of Loren D. Prohaska as hoseman in the Fire Department, ef- fective October 31, 1948. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council accept the resignation of I 1',7:f Loren D. Prohaska. Communication wasread from the Personnel Board submitting the names and addresses of the first four individuals on the eligible list for Patrolman in the Police Department as follows; 1 - Martin S. Bushling 2 - Jack Stern 3 - Dennis P. Lamar 4 - Jack P. Jordan Motion by Councilman Libby that the Chief of Police be authoriz- ed to select a Patrolman from one of the first three names at the minimum salary for the position. This list was furnished in response to Chief Cahill's request so that he might fill the position of Frank L. Cook, Jr., who has resigned. Communication was read from the Chief of Police relative to vacation pay for Radio Technician Al Locher. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this communication be referred to the Personnel Board. Communication was read from the Chief of Police requesting that he be authorized to purchase two new Motorcycles for the traffic division of the Police Dept. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the City 61erk be authorized to call for bids for two new Harley Davidson Motorcycles, said bids to be opened at the regular meeting of the City Council December 7, 1948, at 8:00 P.M. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police advising that the Manager of J. C. Penny's new store has requested permission to oper- ate a sound truck over the streets of Arcadia for approximately one hour and fifteen minutes on November 19, 1948, from 1:00 to 2:15 P.M., and re- questing a motorcycle escort be furnished. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Penny's be authorized to oper- ate the sound truck as requested above. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending payment for one night's work to Crossing Guard James Jarvis, who worked at the Santa Anita School the night of October 30 and 31, 1948, from 6:30 to 1:00 A.M., at the rate of 95~ per hour, plus 12%. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council accept the recommendation of Chief Cahill, and that James Jarvis be paid for the extra time worked. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Personnel Board informing the Council that at a hearing before the Personnel Board on November 5, 1948, Frank E. Hale, Hoseman in the Fire Department, was found guilty of fail- ure to report for duty on September 24, 1948, and recommending Mr. Hale be suspended for 60 days without pay. Motion by Councilman Libby that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Personnel Board, and that Mr. Hale be suspended for a period of Sixty days without pay and permitted to return to work on November 24, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, L~bby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Personnel Board reoommending the appointment for Patrolman in the Police Department, of Jack Jordan to take the place of Frank F. Guthrie, resigned. Motion by Councilman Libby, that Jack Jordan be employed as Patrolman in the Police Department under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System. Said motion was seconded ~y Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, 'Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None :1772 Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that Fred N. Clayton be employed as Hoseman in the Fire'Department, at a salary of $190.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost of living in- crease. Motion by Councilman Libby, that Fred N. Clayton be employed as Hoseman in the Fire Department under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, at the salary of $190.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost of living increase. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that the following list of employees who will soon finish their probationary period, be given permanent status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, and salary increases as indicated below: Jos. H. Harteis, Fire Aparatus Engineer, Thomas B. Poyner, Mun. Laborer (Water) Edwin, Highton, " " John E. Thomas " " Manuel S. Ramirez " n Emmet D. Camomile, Asst. Bldg. Inspector Richard L. Williams, Police Sergeant Nov. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. Dec. 18, 1948 No raise 2, 1948 $10.00 2, 1948 10.00 2, 1948 10.00 2, 1948 10.00 7, 1948 10.00 11>,1948 5.00 Motion by Councilman Libby, that the above listed employees be given permanent status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System as of the dates and at the increase in salary set opposite their respective names. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending the waiver of residence requirements for all employees of the City of Arcadia until 1950, due to the housing condition within the City of Aroadia. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the reoommendation of the Personnel Board as to residence requirements be accepted. Connnunication was read froD! the Personnel Board recommending the appointment of Leonard Simon Moyer and Edward Thomas Harris to the ~osition classification of Fire Apparatus Engineer, at a salary of $220.00 per month, plus the ~25.00 cost of living increase. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the reoommendation of the Personnel Board be accepted, and that the above named individuals be appointed to the position classification of Fire Apparatus Engineer, at a salary of $220.00 per month, plus $25.00 cost of living inorease, effeotive Nov. 17, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Recreation Commission request- ing payment to H. T. Alumbaugh of $43.18 for square dance direction on the evening of October 8, 15, 22 and 29, 1948, and further request- ing that Mr. Alumbaugh be placed on the City pay roll as of November 12; 1948, for the direotion of square dances. Motion by Councilman Nugent that Mr. Alumbaugh be paid $43.18 for square dance direction on the evenings of Ootober 8, 15, 22 and 29, 1948, but that the request to place Mr. Alumbaugh on the City pay roll as of November 12th ~e denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communioation was read from the City Clerk requestirgper- mission to make the following changes on the 1948-49 assessment roll as follows: Assessment No. 3l8l-A add land value $1590.00, Lot 18, Tract 5907. Esoaped assessment. Cancel $1000.00 Veterans exemption against property assessed to J. W. Dougherty, Assess. No. 913. Add on 1948-49 Unsecured Personal Property tax roll, Fred Carruthers merchandise $8210.00 - $ 113.30. rri;J Motion by Counoilman Libby that the request of the City Clerk to make the above requested changes in the 194e-49 tax roll be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: CO\U1cilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to refund On Sale liquor license illegally assessed to Harold E. Adams for the year 1947-48, in the amount of $41.40, and the estate of Otto P. Peterson, Deceased, for the years 1945-46 and 1946-47 in the amount of $140.02. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the request of the City Clerk be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending certain Boulevard Stops on certain streets in accordance with the map attached to his letter, and pointing out 'yellow School Zone signs have not been posted at the Hugo Reid School. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the recommendation of Chief Cahill be approved, and that these Stops be regularly installed pursuant to law. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: CO\U1cilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police relative to re- duction of speed on H\U1tington Drive from Michillinda East to the Y at Huntington and Colorado. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the 35 mile per hour signs be posted on Huntington Drive from Michillinda East to the interseotion of Colorado Plaoe, and Huntington Drive, and Huntington Boulevard and H\U1t- ington Place, And that the City Attorney be instructed to draw the necessary Ordinance. Said motion was seconded by CO\U1cilman Libby and carried on'Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police inquiring as to whether Sgt. Louis F. Sihler is entitled to a vacation period, inasmuch as he has been paid for the limit of sick leave and returned to active duty on May 10, 1948. Motion by Councilman Libby, seoonded by Councilman Klomp and \U1animously carried, that this communication be referred to the City Attorney for further consideration. Communication was read from L. E. Beauchamp requesting approval of off-street parking for a new store building located at the corner of Golden West Ave. and Duarte Road. Said communication was referred to the Planning Commission. Communication from the Williams Electric Corporation recommending approval of, L. E. Beauchamp's proposed parking plan, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Santa Anita Village Community Association requesting the installation of certain street signs, eto., as indicated on the map attached. Motion by CO\U1cilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously oarried, that this communication be referred to the Chief of Polioe for investigation. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1812 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REQUESTING PAYLlli'NT BY THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO THE COUllTY OF LOS ANGELES OF THE SUM OF THIRTY-FIVE THOUSAND DOLLARS ($35,000.00) HEREl'OFOHE ASSIGHED AND PAID BY THE COUNTY 011 LOS AIWELES TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA FROM THE MONIES APPORTIONED FOR ROAD, RIGHI'IAY AND OTHER PURPOSES UNDER SECTION 13 OF THE "CONSTRUCTION AND EQUIPMENT ACT" OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. , Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1812 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ,1'i'/':I: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Citr, Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1813 entitled: 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DESIGNATING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN INTERSECTIONS OF PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY AS STOP INTERSECTIONS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAIN- ING OF "STOP SIGNS" AT CERTAIN ENTRANCES THERETO." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved ths adoption of Resolution No. 1813 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Counc ilmen Bouc her, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Citr, Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1814 entitled: 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ACCEPTING GRANT DEED COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA FOR STREET AND HIGHWAY PURPOSES." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1814 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Counoilman Nugent I and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 735 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, MAIITNG A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORD- INANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 735. Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 735. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugerit and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 737 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, LICENSING THE TRANSACTION AND CARRYING ON OF CERTJ\IN BUSINESSES, TRADES, PROFESSIONS, CALLINGS AND OCCUPATIONS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, FOR THE I PURPOSE OF RAISING MUNICIPAL REVENUES., AND PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF AND REPEALING ALL ORDIHANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT I~VITH.", be give~ its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carri~d, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 737. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 737. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 734 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 9 (d) Ol~ "mTIFOR11 ELECTRICAL CODE, 1947 EDITION.:, HERETOFORE ADOPTED BY THE PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 709 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 2, 1948, AND ADDING A NEW SECTION THERETO TO BE KNOWN AS AND Nm~BERED 6.1." as amended, be introduoed and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 734. Motion by Councilman Libby, seoonded by Councilman Nugent and unanimouSly carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 736 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY comrcIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 518 OF, THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 20, 1944" ADOPTING A BUILD- ING CODE FOR THE CITY OF ARCADIA, BY ADDING A NEN, SE9TI9N: TO BE"KNOWN AS AND Nm~BERED SECTION l-A", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Counoilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 736. I 1T/~ Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 736. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously oarried, that proposed Ordinance No. 738 entitled. "AN ORDINANCE OF 7HE CITY COillICIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CLASSIFYING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR ZOIUNG PURPOSES AND ESTABLISHING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE R-l AND ZONE R-3 OF SAID CITY AS DEFINED IN ORDINANCE No. 439 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940, AND 1lAKIHG A PER1lANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIOnS OF SAID ORDINANCE NO. 439.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 738. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the City of Arcadia lease to Leo M. Meeker Land Company, that part of City property abutting on Lots 20 and 21 of Tract No. 15277 by 250 feet in depth, which is equal in area to approximately one acre, said lease to be on a yearly basis with a rental fee of $5.00 per lot per year. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES:. Counoilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be instructed to advertise for bids on 5000 lineal feet of 6 inch cast-iron pipe, Class 150, and 5000 lineal feet of 8-inch cast-iron water pipe, according to specifications filed in the office of the City Clerk, said bids to be received up to 8:00 o'olock P. M., December 7, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell nOES: None Motion by Councilman Bouoher that the petition of Harold L. Strohm ahd others, for the improvement of the North side of Huntington Drive between Santa Anita Ave. and San Rafael Road by the construction of concrete sidewalks be approved, and that authority be granted to the City Engineer to proceed with this work as an assessment district under the 1911 Improvement Act. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Clerk be instructed to ask for bids for ons Tractor equipped with skip-loader and rubber tires, according to specifications on file in the office of the City Clerk, said bids ,to be received up to 8:00 o'clock P. M., December 7, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Agreament between the City of Aroadia and W. C. Updegraf, d.b.a. Arcadia Rock & Sand Co., covering a ten year lease on certain City property on Peck Road described in past as follows: A part of Lot 22, E. J. Baldwin Subdivision, Lots 15-20 and 29-35 of the Rancho San Francisquito, and a part of Lots 16 and 17 of the Western 2/3 of Rancho San Francisquito. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council approve the above mentioned lease, and that the 1~yor and City Clerk be and are authorized to execute said lease on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Agreement between the City of Arcadia and W. R. Wilkinson, d.b.a. ~ilkinson Company, Monrovia, for the construction of crossings, and parkways on Santa Anita Avenue, at the following locations: :1776 Perkins D!'. Woodlawn Ave. West Haven Ave. Newman Avu. California St. Alice St. Magna Vista St. Wisteria Ave. Woodruff Ave. LaPorte St. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Council approve the above mentionud Agreement, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized to execute same on behalf of the City of Arcadia. Said motion Ims seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Mr. Kingsbury be instructed to seoure the services of a Landscape Arohiteot, to prepare the necessary plans and specifications for landscaping of the new City Hall, at an amount not to exceed $250.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nusent and Russell NOES: None The Uayor recommended the re-appointment of Roy H. Pike to the Planning Commission for the term ended December 6, 1952. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the 1myor's reoommendation be approved, and Roy H. Pike be appointed as a member of the City Planning Commission for the term ended December 6, 1952. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Warrants Nos. 643 to 708 incl, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the t~yor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and di~ected to issue purchase orders covering: Street Dept. Fire Dept. Police Dept. Water Dept. 2787 and 2786 2827 and 2828 2232 and 2233 2652 to 2656 incl. I Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried, that the meeting adjourn. -d;L ~<-~// Mayor ATTEST: ~~.~~ I I 1777 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California Dec. 7, 1948, 8:00 o'clock P. 1,1. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held November 16, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. , The 1~yor announced this was the time and place set for the open- ing of bids covering the furnishing of a Skip-loader. The City Clerk opened and read the following bids: Crook Co. ------------- Smith Booth Usher Co.-- W. W. Colley ---------- $ ~50.00 793.00 16.00 4250.00 (and in addition various alternate bids) Shaw Sales & Service -- Said bids were referred to the City Engineer with instructions to report back at the next regular meeting of the City Council. The Mayor announced this was the time and place set for the opening of bids on the furnishing of two Harley-Davidson Motorcyoles for the use of the Police Department. The City Clerk opened and read the following bids: Graves and Chubbuck -------- ~1998.80 - plus, Motorola 2 way Radio installed for approximately $500.00 additional Johnson Motors, Inc. ------- $2076.79 including sales tax (Ariel square 4 cylinder motorcycles) Said bids were referred to the Police Committee. Communication was read from the City Clerk recommending the awarding of bids for furniture for the new City Hall to the following: H. E. Cooper in the amount of -------------- Brejon Furniture Co. in the amount of ------ J. A. Freeman Co. in the amount of---------- $3661.15 927.75 360 .90 llotion by Councilman Libby, that the recommendation of the City Clerk be accepted, and that the awarding of bids for furniture as above set forth be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, lfugent and Russell NOES: None The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the furnishing of cast iron pipe as follows: National Cast Iron Pipe Div. 5000 ft 6"xHjlB'cS Class 150 @ $1.81 per lin.ft. $9050.00 5000 ft 8"x18'B&S Class 150 @ \;\2.72 " n " Net firm prices, delivery dates 24 to 30 weeks 13.600.00 ~22, 650 .00 5000 rt 6"x18'B'cS Class 150 ~1.686 per lin.ft. $8430.00 5000 ft 8"x181B'cS Class 150 @$2.531" " n 12.655.00 $21,085.00 Delivery dates Jan to Feb. 1950 approximately Subject to prioe adjustments prevailing as of effective time of shipment. , " .\.' United States ~e & Fbundry Co. 5000 ft 6"xltl' Class 150 @ :0>1.62 per lin.ft. 5000 ft 81tx18' B&S Class 150 @ $2.43 n " It A total of -------------------------------- Delivery date of 6" pipe within 15 months and 8" within 18 months. $20,250.00 The prices listed in this proposal are based on the present price of ~.38 per ton for South #2 Fbundry pig-iron F.O.B. Birmingham. In the event the price of this pig-iron is increased or decreased prior to the time of shipment the contract prices of the pipe offered by this proposal are to be maintained for such inorease or decrease of pig-iron at the rate of $2.00, or proportionate fraction thereof, per ton of 2000 Ibs. on the approximate weight of the pipe as listed in Federal specifi- cations W.~. ~P-42l for each $1.00 (or fraction thereof) per gross ton increase or decrease in the price of pig-iron. Price changes are limited to a m8Xtmum of 10%. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that these bids be referred to Acting Water Superintendent for investigation and report. : :l'77ti Communication was read from Belle L. Grace protesting the operation of a lumber yard by the Developers Engineers, Inc., on property zoned R-l. A letter from the Developers Engineers, Inc. regarding this subjeot was also read. tws. Grace spoke in support of her protest. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the matter be referred to the Chief of Police with instructions to enforce the Ordinance in respect to this situation. , I Communication was read .from the Arcadia Metal Products, Inc. requesting the installation of Boulevard Stops or suitable warning signs, at Seoond Avenue and St. Joseph St. Motion by Councilman ~rugent, seoonded by Councilman Libby and unanimously oarried, that this matter be referred to the Chief of Police for investigation. Communication was read from Harold A. Barnett, Civil,Engineer, requesting that certain parkway trees be planted in Traots Nos. 10725 and 13367. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that said request be referred to the Street Super- intendent with power to act. Communication was read from William B. Barry requesting removal of Deodar trees on lots adjoining his, properties at 809, 811 and 813 w. Huntington Dr. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent with power to act. Communication was read from the Southern California Edison Co. requesting easement for cross-arm overhangs in Tracts Nos. 14180 and 15233. I Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the easement requested by the Southern California Edison Co. be granted, and that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary Grant of Easement. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from tl~ Arcadia Chamber of Commerce asking that they be allowed to purchase one Walnut double desk with two Walnut chairs, and one Walnut single desk, s.ince their furniture is old and will not be used in the new City Hall. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the City Clerk be authorized to arrange the purohase requested. AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: 'Communication was read from the Aroadia Community Christmas Tree Fund asking for the usual help to be given by the City in support of the American Legion Christmas Tree oelebration. ,Motion by.Councilman Nugent, that the amomt of $200.00 appropriated in the Budget be ,allowed, and the City Clerk is instruoted to forward Warrant to H. H. Sloan, Chairman of the Arcadia Christmas Tree Fund . Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: -Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Applications of Melvin Leavenson and J. T. Popp for Owners Permit, Autos for hire-Limousine, were read. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Libby I and unanimously carried, that these applications be referred to the Chief of Police for investigation and report back at the next regular meeting of the City Council. Communication was read from Frank J. Smith of the California National Guard, requesting permission to hold a dance at the American Legion Clubhouse on Saturday evening, December 11, 1948~ ' Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the above request be granted. Communication was read from Bruce's Bench Advertising Co. I 1779 requesting permission to place benches at Huntington Drive and First Avenue as follows: 2 benches on Northeast corner of First Ave. 1 bench on Northwest corner of First Ave. 1 bench on Southwest corner of Huntington Dr. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the Street Superin- tendent with authority to give such permission to the Bruce Bench Advertising Co. if he thinks it advisable. Communication was read from Gibson Dunn &,Crutcher requesting permission from the Public Utilities Commission for certificate to transport passengers between Inglewood, California and the Santa Anita Race Track, effeotive on the first day of the current racing season. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously oarried, that the Chief of Police be instructed to investi- gate the request of Gibson Dunn & Crutcher, and act upon his.findings. Communication was read from the Arcadia City School District requesting removal of trees alonG the parking on the South side of California St. between Santa Anita and First Ave. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council aocept the recommendation of the City Engineer that the trees be removed at an expense not to exceed ~280.50, to be paid by the City. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from John Frackelton calling to the attention of the City Cotmcil the condition of the curbing in front of his property at 401 Fairview Ave., and requesting it ,be repaired. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent with authority to investigate and act accordingly. Communication was read from the Aroadia Safety Council requesting that the City Council allow the annual $100.00 for expense incurred in the operation of the Safety Council. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Arcadia Safety Council be given a drawine account not to exceed $100.00, appropriated from unexpended General FUnd, with the understanding that all bills be submitted to the City Council for approval before payment. Said notion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Arcadia Safety Council requesting payment for three Coordinating Council luncheons, $3.00, stamps and stationery $1.50, and Safety Council buttons presented to officers, 02.43. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the City Council approve the payment of 01.50 for stamps and stationery, and that the payment of the other two items be denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Aroadia Recreation Department petitioning the reinstatement of the $3000.00 which the Council eliminated from the 1948-49 budget. Motion by Councilman Libby that the request of the Recreation Department be granted, and appropriation of $3000.00 be made from unexpended general funds. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The following applications for permission to disseminate ?~itten or printed matter relating to horse races and other contests, were read: August J. Piette George Miller C. R. Malloy Ned North Bel'nard Estin :1780 Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the applications of August J. Piette, C. R. Malloy and Bernard Estin be granted. The applications of George Miller and Ned North were referred to the Chief of Police for investigation and report. The Chief of Police recommended the approval of application for permission to.disseminate written or printed matter relating to horse races and other contests, of t~s. Cecil Collins, which was sub- mitted to him at the Council meeting of November 16, 1948. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman lfugent and unanimously carried, that the application of Mrs. Cecil Collins to sell written or printed matter relating to horse races or other contests, be granted. Communioation was read from John H. Hoeppel requesting proper marking of the street one block on each side of the block on which the Post Office is located. Said communication was ordered filed, as this work has already been done. Communication was read from John H. Hoeppel requesting cross- overs be cut through on Santa Anita Avenue at Floral Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimouely carried, that this communication be referred to the City Engineer for investigation. Communication was read from Harry E. billmson and tenants of property at First Avenue and Colorado, requesting diagonal parking. This communication was ordered filed, as the Chief of Police had previously recommended diagonal parking for this location. Corm:runication was read from the Pacific Tele'Q.ho]JiI. and Telegraph Co. regarding their request for easement in connection with the vacation of a portion of Golden West Ave.~ lying North of Huntington Drive, as shown.in Tract No. 13312 in the vity of Arcadia, Ord. No. 719, and as requested in their letter of June 2e, 1948, and stating this easement will not be required and to disregard their request. Said communication was ordered referred to the City Attorney. Communication was read from Burke Marshall & Burke enclosing a copy of the brief filed in behalf of the City of Arcadia by Guy Cornyn, in the case of Arcadia vs. Petrovich et ale Said brief was ordered filed. Communication was read from Peter Kiewit Sons Co. requesting permission to hold a dance in connection with their annual Christmas party to be held December 18, 1948, at Carpenter's Santa Anitan. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Coumcilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that said permission be granted. Communication was read from Lillie Vetter regarding cars which are being parked at long intervals in front of her residence on So. First Ave. ' Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communication was read fronl G. E. Kinsey in reference to refund of the first half 1948-49 taxes on the City Hall property in the amount of $1003.79. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City of Arcadia reimburse G. E. Kinsey Operating Co., Inc., in the amount of $1103.79, which represents the first half of Los Angeles County taxes on the property purchased from the City in December 1947, also that the City waive City taxes in the amount of $271.45 on the above mentioned property, with the understanding that the City may occupy the present City Hall site until the completion of the new City Hall, without charge. (The amount of $1003.79 to be appropriated from General FUnds.) Said motion was se~onded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows:, AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing that the request of Harold J. Packer for a modification of con- ditions of Ordinance No. 597 relating to a proposed structure be approved. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved, and that the request of Harold J. Packer for the modification of conditions of Ordinance No. 597, be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: v .J I I I I I 1'781 AYES : NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending the inclusion in Zone C-l of Self-Service Laundries. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Plann- ing Commission be approved, and the request of George H. Barker and E. K. Diehl to operate a self-service laundry in Zone C-l be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending tentative approval of proposed Tract No. 15703, located at the Northwest corner of Longden Avenue and Sixth Avenue. Motion by Counoilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman rmgent and unanimoulsly carried, that the recommendation for the approval of proposed Tract No. 15703 be tabled for two weeks, pendine a joint meeting of the City Council and the members of the Planning Commission. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending that lots divided by deed be required to be the same size as those in new subdivisions, viz: 75 feet frontage and 7500 square feet in area. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending denial of the request of George Williams for an extension of two or three years to his zone variance allowing a riding academy at 702 E. Longden Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission for the denial of the request of George Williams, be accepted, and that such request be denied. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending denial of the request of L. E. Beauchamp and Williams Electric Corp. for auto parking on City parkways at the Southwest corner of Golden West , and Duarte Rd. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission for denial of the request of L. E. Beauchamp and Williams Electric Corp. be accepted; such request being denied. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending for final approval, final map of proposed Tract No. 14940, located on Colorado St. North of the Turf Club. llotion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of Tract No. 14940 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby auth- orized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 149L~0, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 307 of said City of Arcadia. Communication was read from. the Planning Commission enclosing Resolution signed by all members of the Planning Commission, commending Councilman Peter A. Klomp for the manner in which he has assumed and carried out his duties as Council representative at the meetings of the Planning Commission. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from City Attorney Cornyn advising that Louis Sihler, Sergeant in the Police Department, might be entitled to three day vacation period during 1948. Motion by Councilman Boucher that Louis Sihler be allowed three days earned vacation covering the year 1948. Said motion \~s seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as Tollows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, lfugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that all City employees who use their cars in City business be paid at the rate of 6~ per mile. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board as above set forth, be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None :1782 Communioation was read from the Personnel Board reco~nending that A1 Locher, Jr., Radio Technician, be required to take his vaoation time rather than to work and be paid for it. Said reoommendation was ordered filed. Communioation was read from Chief of.Polioe Cahill recommend- ing vacation pay in lieu of vacation for A1 Locher, Jr., Radio Teohnician. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the recommendation of the 1 Chief of Police be approved, and Al Looher, Jr., Radio Teohnician, be paid for his vacation. Said motion was seconded by Counoilman Klomp and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Counci1cen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell Councilman Libby Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that Emma J. Orr, Junior Stenographer-Account Clerk, be given an increase in salary from $170.00 to $180.00 per nonth, plus the $25.00 cost of living increase, effective Dsc. 16, 1948. Motion by Councilman Libby that the recommendation of the Per- sonnel Board be accepted and Emma J. Orr, Junior Stenographer-Account Clerk be increased from $170.00 to $180.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost of living increase, effective Dec. 16, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending I that Ray E. Owen be placed on probation as Patrolman in the Police Department, effeotive Dec. 4, 1948, at a salary of $200.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost of living increase. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Personnel Board, and Ray E. Owen be appointed as Patrolman in the Police Department subject to all Rules and Reg- ulations of the Personnel System, at a salary of $200.00, Fer month, plus the $25.00 cost of living increase, effeotive Deo. 4, 19~. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Nugent and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from F. L. Cook, Jr., requesting pay for eleven days' vacation time accumulated during 1948 prior to his . resignation. Said communioation was ordered filed. Communioation was read from the Personnel Board stating that 1 it was not the intention in their communication of October 7, 1948, regarding increases of 010.00 per month to be effeotive one year from the beginning of pernmnent employment, to hurt any existing employee, but was to start a oonsistent practice of establishing raise periods, and recommending that the status of each employee be checked and if any inequalities exist that they be corrected. This recommendation does not cover persons employed after October 17, 1948, nor promises to persons employed after that date. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board be accepted, and that J. W. Clark and Thomas Bednark, Patrolmen, be given a $10.00 per month increase in salary as recomm- ended by the Chief of Police, effective as of December 8, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Counci~n Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Libby, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that John Herrin, Foreman in the Water Department, be removed as Probationary Foreman, and restored to the position of Water System Repairman, effective immediate1y~ Motion by Councilman Libby that the recommendation of the Personnel Board be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: 'I AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that Robert B. Orohard be appointed as Boseman in the Fire Department under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System at the rate of $190.00 per month, plus $25.00 cost of living increase. Also, that upon completion of hlS six months' service that he be given an increase in salary of $10.00 per month. I :l783 Motion by Councilman Libby, that the Counoil accept the recommendation of the Personnel Board, and that Robert B. Orchard be employed as Boseman under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System at the salary of $190.00 per month plus the $25.00 per month cost of living adjustment, and that at the completion of six months' service he is to receive an increase of $10.00 per month. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending Fred Clayton, Hoseman in the Fire Department, be given a $10.00 per month in- crease in salary, which is oustomary after six months in the service of the City. Motion by Counoilman Libby, that the City Council accept the re- commendation of the Personnel Board, and that Fred Clayton be given $10.00 per month increase in salary, on completion of six months' service. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that Gerald O. Dawson be employed as Equipment Operator Laborer in the Street Department under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, ef- fective December 1, 1948, at a salary of $190.00 per month, plus the ~25.00 cost of living adjustment. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the City Council accept the re- commendation of the Personnel Board, and that Gerald O. Dawson be employed as Equipment Operator Laborer in the Street Department, effective Dec. 1, 1948, at the salary of ~190.00 per month, plus the $25.00 cost of living increase. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Personnel Board calling the attention of the City Council to the fact that the $25.00 per month cost- of-living increase expires Dec. 30, 1948, and recommending to the Council the extension of the cost of living increase to June 30, 1949. Motion by Counoilman Libby, that the Council accept the recommend- ation of the Personnel Board and extend the ~25.00 per month cost of living increase in salary to June 30, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Counoilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None' Communication was read from Modern Concrete Products, Inc., requesting permission to place a directional sign on a plot of City property on the West side of Peck Road directly ~est of Graham Brothers private entrance at 200 N. Peck Road, and offering the sum of ~5.00 per month for rental of the required space. Mr. Watson, City Engineer, stated he saw no objeotions to a month to month rental agreement. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney draw up an Agreement with the Modern Concrete Products, Inc., for rental of this plot, for a consider- ation of $5.00 per month, with the understanding this Agreement can be cancelled by 30 days' notice. 1~. Watson, City Engineer, reported on bids submitted November 16, 1948, for It ton flat bed dump truck,and recommended that the Santa Anita Motors be awarded the bid in the sum of $2793.45, specifications to be similar to the International special low frame !.Iodel KB-5 It ton capacity. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that the cost of acquiring right-of-way for the improvement of Baldwin Ave., 3000 feet in length and 80 feet wide, the paving to be 56 feet in width with curbs and gutters, would oost approximately $30,000.00. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer with in- structions to hold same in abeyance until a future date. Communication was read from the City Enryineer relative in in- stallation of standard street lights on Huntington Drive and Sunset Place; 1.784: the lights to be approximately 100 feet apart, using 6000 lumen lights. On Huntington Drive and North on Sunset to Portola, and from there North, 2500 lumen. lights. 1~. Watson stated the installation is similar to that installed in the business district on Huntington Dr. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council approve the installation of these lights, with the cost to be paid by the Rancho Santa Anita, Inc. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Fire Chief calling to the attention of the Counoil a letter from the Los Angeles Co\mty Disaster Relief Authority of April 3, 1946, in regard to a mutual aid plan for the City of Arcadia, and recommending the City enter into a mutual aid plan with I.os Angeles Co. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried that this matter be referred to the City Attorney for the preparation of the necessary Agreement. "'-- . Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending that lines be painted down the center of Santa Cruz, San Rafael, San Luis Rey and San Antonio Roads, also directional lines should be painted across the street on San Luis Rey and San Antonio Road where Boulevard Stop signs are located. Motion'by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police as above set forth, be accepted. Communication was read fom the Chief of Police recommending the purchase of a Graflex Palmer finger print camera at a cost of $98.00. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded. by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that this communication be referred to the. Police Committee for further consideration. Communication was read from the Chief of Police stating that six Sallys which had been ordered approximately a year ago and approved at that time, had been delivered to his department at a cost of $6.00 each. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the Chief of Police be instruc- ted to accept delivery of these Sallys. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: . Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None I I Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending dia- gonal parking in front of sto~es located at 511-517 N. First Ave. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the reoommendation of the Chief of Police for diagonal parkine on North First Avenue, be approved. Communication was read from the Chief of Police calling to the Council's attention that Sohool signs at Hugo Reid School had not been installed according to previous approval requested. Said communication was ordered filed, as these signs have sub- sequently been installed. Communioation was read from the Chief of Police reque~ting that crosswalks be installed at Eldorado and Second. Ave. and California and Second Avenue. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried that the recommendation of the Police Chief be approved. Communication was read from the Chief of Police listing various intersections submitted by the Arcadia Safety Council, which are con- sidered hazardous due to high shrubs, etc., and containing certain comments as to the intention of various property owners. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent for correction of these obstructions. Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommehding that crosswalk be installed on First Avenue directly across from the Post Office. Motion by Councibnan Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the recomraendation of the Chief of Police be approved. Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending numerous Stop signals to be placed in the village area. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that this communication be referred to the Police Committee for investigation and recommendation. Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to refund to Joseph M. Cuellar $75.46 covering liquor license tax I I I :i785 illegally assessed for 1945-46, 1946-47 and 1947-48; also requesting ~ermission to refund to Wilfred Clegg, dba Santa Anita Liquor Store, ~16.56 covering liquor license tax illegally assessed for the year 1948-49. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the recommendation Clerk be accepted, and the above mentioned refunds be made. was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as of the City Said motion follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: Hone Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to make certain deductions and additions to the City of Arcadia 1948-49 tax roll, as follows: Assess. No. & Name 610-A T~omas L. Howell :j2300.00 610.00 170.00 1000.00 220.00 5630.00 80.00 50.00 Reduoe land value Add improvements Reduce land value Deduct Veterans exemp. R.R. Co. Add II II Add Deduct Personal Prop. Deduct Personal Prop. (Not in Arcadia) Deduct Personal Prop. (Not in Arcadia) Deduct duplicate pymt.pp Reduce land. Part in L.A. Co. Flood Contr. Deduct Per. Prop. Dupl. Cancel Per. Prop. (Aoot. Veterans exemption) Reduce Land Reduce land 350.00 1400.00 780.00 400.00 50.00 220.00 20.00 610 4828 621 1~2 5 3 35 3 3798 ,512 41+15 2773 Reuben V. Senior G. Ganser Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe II II II II Leonard Fullmer David M. Elliott 594 J. E. Ronstad 4659-A State Park Motion by Councilman lfugent that the recommendation of the City Clerk coverine deductions and additions to the Tax Roll for the year 1948-49 be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nuge-nt and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to employ Mrs. Ethel Rogers, effective as of Dec. 16, 1948, as Junior Stenographer Account Clerk to fill the position of combination switch board operator and information girl, at a salary of ~16u.oo per month plus the \/25.00 per month cost of living increase. Motion by Councilman Libby, that Mrs. Ethel Rogers be employed as combination switoh board o~erator and information girl, at a salary of $160.00 per month plus the~5.00 cost of living increase, under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from L. M. Talley, Acting Water Superin- tendent, setting forth explanation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the Water Department for pay covering overtime work during the month of Novembsr, 1945; Donald Ott ----------- D. E. Frazier -------- John L. Frazier ------ l~nuel Ramierz ------- John ~rkel ---------- Robert Nelson -------- John E. Thomas ------- Leland B. Hanson ----- Thomas B. Poyner ----- Andrew Berkompas ----- Orville L. Tulga ----~ 16 Hours 29 II n-k II 13 II 3 II 1411 32 II 30 II 9 II 1411 92 II Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the above mentioned employees in the ~ater Department be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent communication was read from West Aroadia Business Association requesting that signals be installed at Baldwin Ave. and Huntington Dr. as soon as possible, and in the meantime that Boulevard Stop signs be installed on the North side of Huntington on both the East and West sides of Baldwin Ave. 1786 Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the Chief of Police for investigation and recommendation. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1815 entitled: fiA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AUTHOR1ZING APPLICATION TO THE COtn'lTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR THE CANCALL- ATION OF TA~ES ON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY HERETOl<"URE ACQUIRED AND HELD BY THE CITY OF ARCADIA, A MU1ITCIPAL CORPORATION." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. lB15 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1816 ent+tled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CAL~FORNIA, ACCEPTING GRAI~ OF EASEMBt~ COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY.OF ARCADIA." . The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1816 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYE~: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, lfugent and Russell NOES: None . Mo~ion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman .Nugent and ' unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 734 entitled, "AN I ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 9 (d) OF "UNIFORM ELECTRICL CODE, 1947 EDITION", HERETOFORE ADOPTED BY <I:HE PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 709 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 2, 1948, AND ADDING A NEil SECTION THERETO TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUMBERED 6.1.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 734. Counoilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 734. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: . Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None . Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libbv, and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinanoe No. 738 entitled, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE C.ITY OF ARCADIA, CLASSIFYI-NG CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR ZONING PURPOSES AND ESTABLISHING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE R-l AND ZONE R-3 OF SAID CITY AS DEFINED IN ORDINANCE I NO. 439 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940 AIID MAKING A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF SAID ORDINANCE NO. 439", be given its seoond and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City. Council, waive the final reading of the body of Ordinanoe No. 738. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 738. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman lmgent, seoonded by Counciln~n Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 742 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA A1IENDING SECTION 4 OR ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JU1~E 28, 1940, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 634 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED MARCH 18, 1941-," be introduced and read in full. ' The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 742. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 739 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 7 OF ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID. CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28,1940", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 739. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 740 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TIIE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING SECTION 6 OF ORDINANCE NO. 431 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PERTAINING I I 1787 TO THE PERSONNEL SYSTEM OF SAID CITY AND REPEALING OIIDINAllCES NO. 608 AND NO. 663 O? TIlE CITY OF ARCADIA", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 740. llotion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 741 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF TIlli CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA INCREASING STATE SPEED LIMIT IN CERTAIN ZOHES AND DECREASING STATE LA\'l MAXIMUM SPEED UPON CERTAIN STREETS WITHIN THE INCORPORATED LIMITS OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA." be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.,741. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 743 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AllENDING SECTION 11 OF ORDINANCE NO. 533 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED NOVEMBER 28, 1944", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 743. Motion by Councilman }mgent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carrisd, that proposed Ordinance No. 744 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF ,THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DENOJUNATING AS VIOODRUFF PLACE THAT CERTAIN PRIVATE STREET EXTENDING NORTH AND EAST FR01! VlOODRUFF A VENUE BETi7EEN SANTA ANITA A VENUE AND EL MONTE AVENUE IN SAID CI'l.'Y OF ARCADIA.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 744. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 745 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CREATING THE POSITION OF CHIEF OF THE PROPERTY INVEHTORY DIVISION, SPECIFYING THE DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED AND FIXING THE C01,lPENSATIOU TO BE PAID THEREFOR.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 745. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 746 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OP THE CITY Ol~ ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 594 OF TIlE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JULY 2, 1946, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION THEfu;'"'TO TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUl,IEERED SECTION 1A. n, be introduc ed and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 746. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Clerk be instructed to call for bids for the improvement of Oakwood Drive and First Avenue North of Foothill to Orange Grove, and the improvement of Sycamore and Woodruff Aves., from First Avenue to Santa Anita, by grading and paving with oil macadam pavement; said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P. M., Dec. 21, 1948. Said motion was seconded by Counoi+man Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Clerk be instructed to call for bids for the removal of dead trees on certain Ci~~ streets, said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P.M., December 21, 194ti. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Ralph Shoemaker be employed to make a tentative survey and report on the condition of the Arcadia City water system, the cost not to exceed $100.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Mr. Ed Stevenson submitted a suggested group life insurance accidental death and dismember~ment insurance plan. Because of the size of the agenda it was sugeested that this plan be left with the Council for their study and consideration. ~otion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized,and directed to issue purchase orders covering:, Police Dept. ------------ 2234 Fire Dept. -------------- 2829 to 2833 Street Dept. ------------ 227859 ttoo 227916 Water Dept. ------------- 6 7 60 incl. n " :l'llj~ Motion by Councilman Nugent that Warrants Nos. 709 to 809 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby auth- orized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Motion by Counoilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried"that the meoting adjourn. ~/'/:!mJ " yor ' '. ATTEST: d:{~wy Council Chambers~ City Hall, Arcadia, Calif. December 21, 194~, 8:00 o'clock P. M. I The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with ~~yor Russell presiding: PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell Councilman NuGent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimouslr carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held December 7, 1948, be and the same are hereby approved. The City Clerk opened and read bid, received for the furnish- ing of seats for the new City Hall, as follows: American Seating Co. in the amount of $1735.00, plus sales tax. Said bid was referred to the City Clerk with instructions to report back later in the meeting as to his findings. The City Clerk opened and read the following bids for the removal of trees from certain City streets: Henry Grobmeier - - - - - - - - - - - $ 2655.00 Western Tree & Truck Service - - - - 2965.00 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer with the in- structions to report back later in the meeting as to his recommend- ation. I . The City Clerk opened and read the following bids covering the improvement of streets in the City of Arcadia, Oakwood Drive and First Ave. North of Foothill to Orange Grove, and the improvement of Sycamore and Woodruff Aves., from First Ave. to Santa Anita Ave., as follows: Reuel K. Atwood - - - - ~ Adair Constr. Co. - - - - - - - - I. L. McClanahan- - - - - Geisler Constr. Co. - - - - - - - Amer. Asphalt Pav. Co. - - - - - - - Fitzgerald Engr. & Constr. Co. - - - Bonad1man-McCain, Inc. - - - - - \p 10,084.00 10'5~8.60 10,5 5.00 11,8 5.00 12,152.50 12,535.00 12,910.00 The City Clerk opened and read the following bids covering the furnishing of Venetian Blinds for the new City Hall: Colonial Blind Co. - - - - R. E. Sheehan - - - - - (-:f) including sales tax Said bids were referred to the City Clerk for report at the next Council meeting. 1,112.41. ('.f) 1,155.00 (if) I The City Attorney presented a Resolution expressing to the widow and family of the late Loy F. Johnston, the sincere sympathy of the City Council of the City of Arcadia in their great loss. The City Clerk was instructed to advise the family of the action taken by the City Council. I :1789 Motion by Councilman Klomp, that applications for licenses to sell or distribute racing information now on file w.ith the City Clerk, be approved under the provisions of Ordinance No. 614, as amended, and that the Chief of Police. be instructed to insist that strict compliance by the, applicants of all of the requirements of this Ordinance and of the rules of the Police Department, upon penalty of instant revocation of suoh licenses without any refunds of any kind. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Poucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Communioation was read from the Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Company relative to installations of switchboard in the new City 1mll. . "Said ,oommunication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Marshburn Bros., relative to renewi~ of lease on property South of Live Oak, which expires December 31, 1941:l. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer for investigation and report. Communication was read from the Pacific Electric Railway Company enolosing renewal of Lease No. 10113 covering 10 inch cast-iron water pipe line crossing the Pacific Electric Monrovia line right-of-way on Huntington Drive West of Baldwin Ave., City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of Mr. L. M. Talley, Acting Water Superintendent, that the above mentioned lease be renewed be accepted, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute same. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carr- ied on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Couno ilman Nugent Communication was read from the Pacifio Electric Railway Company enclosing renewal of lease No. 10115 covering 8-inch cast-iron water pipe line crossing the Pacific Electric Monrovia line right-of-way at Engineer's Station 736~85~Huntington Drive and Golden West Ave., City of Arcadia. Motion by Counciln~n Klomp, that the recommendation of Mr. L. M. Talley, Acting Water Superintendent, that the above mentioned lease be renewed, be acoepted, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be hereby authorized to execute the same. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Communioation was read from the American Legion Auxiliary requesting permission to conduct a dance at the Arcadia American Legion Clubhouse, 721 N. First Ave., on New Years Eve. (Dec. 31st). Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that said request be approved. Communication was read from the Payoff Cafe relative to Boulevard Stops at the corner of Baldwin Avenue and Huntington Drive. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the law office of Hahn & Bell relative to sewer connections to Parker Plumbing and Heating on North First Avenue. The City Clerk was instructed to forward a copy of this communication to Koebig & Koebig, with the request that they investigate and advise. Communication was read from Mrs. Floyd L. Miller relative to the condition of trees in parkways on South Santa Anita, and various other matters. The City Clerk was instruoted to advise the Chief of Police that in the future if Mrs. Miller complains of loose dogs running the streets that the matter be called to the attention of the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society, for correction. Communication was read from Tommy's Beauty Salon relative to the removal of Deodar Trees that obstruct the front of the building located at 809 W. Huntington Drive. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent with authority to investigate and take whatever steps he deems necessary to correct this situation. :1780 Communication was read from the 20-30 Club relative to the sale of six Sallies. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Frank J. Lamar requesting per- mission to move stucco building located at 804 Baldwin Ave., about 50 feet south to be used as a temporary business location, until a new building is ready for occupancy. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp I and unanimously carried, that permission be granted in accordance with the provisions of the Building Code as amended, with the understanding that the period of occupancy of this temporary business location not' exceed four months, at which time the building will be completely removed. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing that tentative map o~ proposed Tract No. 15703 located at the North- west corner of Longden Avenue and Sixth Avenue be given tentative approval as submitted, subject to the granting of a drainage easement as recommended by the City Enginesr. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted as above set forth. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Hone ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing for approval the request of Anna M. Rexinger for a change of zone from C-l to R-3 on property located on the Northeast corner of Santa Anita Ave. and proposed Christina St., south of Duarte Rd. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted, and the request of Anna ~l. Rexinger for a change of zone be approved. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Communication was read from the Planning Commission relative to the request of John D. Myers and F. D. Myers for a zone variance to allow the construction of single family dwellings on sites containing 5000 square feet on Eighth Avenue south of Norman. This was not recommended for approval, inasmuch as a tie vote was taken. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the request of John D. and F. D. Myers for a zone variance to permit the above construction be approved, and the City Attorney be instructed to draw up the necessary ordinance for presentation to the regular Council meeting of January 4, 191.~9. Said motion was seoonded by Councilrrmn Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, IO.omp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Communication was read from the City Engineer in regard to J. H. Hoeppel's letter of November 23, 1948, in reference to cut over on Santa Anita at Floral Avenue, advising that at the present time there is not sufficient money to take care of this crossover, but that this, along with several other intersections, will be taken care of at a later date. I The City Clerk was authorized to advise Mr. Hoeppel in reGard to this matter. Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that the work performed by the Fitzgerald Engineering Company, consisting of sidewalks, gutter, curbs and paving along the Northerly side, of California Street between First Avenue and Santa Anita Avenue, has been completed according to plans and specifications of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Bouoher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council accept the improvement of a portion of California St. as a part of the street system of the City of Arcadia. I Communication was read ~om the City Engineer relative to Harold A. Barnett's letter of Deoember 3rd regarding the planting of trees in Tract No. 10725, and stating that as soon as it rains and the ground is in condition, the trees will be planted on those lots where there are houses occupied. The City Clerk was instructed to inform Mr. Barnett of the above. I I I 1.7~1 Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that 'the work on Alta St. consisting of curbs and paving under the 1911 Act, between Santa Anita and First Avenue, has been completed according to the plans and specifications. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Council accept the improvement of Alta Street as a part of the street system of the City of Arcadia. Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that because of the substantial increase in the population of Arcadia, that it might be advisable to request the Federal Government for permission to take a Census of the City of Arcadia during the early part of 1949. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council appropriate approximately $2500.00 to take care of the expense of taking a census, and that the City Clerk request the Federal Government to oonduct this oensus. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1823 entitled: itA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, BUREAU OF CENSUS, TO CAUSE A SPECIAL CENSUS OF THE POPULATION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA TO BE TAKEN. It The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Motion by Councilman Bouoher that Resolution No. 1823 be adopted as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communications were read from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce and ~est Arcadia Business Association, requesting that careful thought and consideration be given to the setting up of a Street Department for the City of Arcadia, with its own department head and personnel. Said communicatiorewere referred to the Street Committee for consideration and report. Communioation was read from the West Arcadia Business Association requesting permission to place posters on all posts in the vicinity inform- ing the public as to the hours of business the store are maintainin0 during the Christmas season; also permission to hang a banner across the business streets of West Arcadia, advertising the plan to remain open for business on Fr~day evenings after Christmas. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that these requests be granted. Communication was read from the Chamber of Commerce which was accompanied by a letter from the Arcadia Merchants Association and one from the Aroadia Business Association, itemizing the expenses incurred in the Christmas decoration of the business districts, and requesting that a warrant be drawn in the amount of $500.00 payable to the Chamber of Commerce as agreed by the City Council at their regular meeting held Nov. - 16, 1948. Said communcations were ordered filed. Communication was read from the City hngineer accompanied by a petition from Bruce R. ~etmore and others, requesting the removal of certain trees on Baldwin Ave., and the City Engineer estimated the cost of removing the trees would be approximately $1100.00, and suggested if the requested removal was granted, the parIDvay be continued from Fairview to Duarte Rd. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer, with instructions to inform the property owners within the area to agree to leve off the parkways to an elevation equal to the top,of the curb, to a distanoe ten feet back, and the Council will then give oonsideration to the removal of the trees as requested. Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending the City Council call for bids for the furnishing of a two-way PM Radio- telephone system in compliance with frequency re-allocation plan of the Federal Communications system, which makes all of the present radio equipment obsolete. Motion by Councilman Boucher that the City Clerk be instructed -to call for bids for the furnishing of a two-way ~diotelephone system, the specifications to be on file in the office of the City Clerk, said bids to be opened January 4, 1948, at 8:00 o'clock P. M. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: G:ounc ilman Nugent :1792 Communication was read from the Chief of Police requesting the installation of flash type signals to be placed on the North side of Huntington Dr. and on the East and West corners of Baldwin Ave. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be authorized and instructed to have reflector type Boulevard Stop signs placed to govern the East and West bound traffic on the North side of Huntington Dr. at Baldwin Ave. pending further investigation as to the cost of the installation of flash type signals as recommended by the Chie f of Police. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent I Communication was read from the Chief of Police containing certain recommendations, as follows: First, that the curbs be painted red in a continuous line East from the present signal post on the south side of Huntington Dr. at the Y to the East end of Parker Lyons property, that the curb be continued West from the signal to a point where the road straightens out, and that the curb on the north side of West Huntington from the Y intersection at Colorado Place, be painted red to the entrance of Gate 5 of the Santa Anita Race Track. Second, that 55 mile zone signs located at the north side of Huntington near the Fifth Avenue Bridge, be removed and replaced with a 25 mile per hour zone sign. Third, that the trees should be trimmed along Huntington Drive on both sides from the Y to Holly, so far as they affect traffic and vision. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Chief of Police regarding the painting of curbing. I The City Clerk was instructed to ask the State to make a survey of traffic on Huntington Drive near the Fifth Avenue Bridge, and request that if the findings justify it, a 25 mile zone be placed at the North side of Huntington near Fifth Ave. instead of the present 35 mile per hour sign. The matter of the trimming of the trees on Huntington ~ive as far as Holly Avenue, was referred to the City Engineer for his survey and recommendation. Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending that Chauffer's license be issued to Melvin Leavenson, 801 W. Las Tunas Dr., San Gabriel, and John P. Popp at 1222 S. Ramona, San Gabriel. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be accepted, and Chauffa:.r.'s .licenses be issued to the above named persons. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, 'Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent I Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending Stop Signs be installed on the North corner of St. Joseph St. and Second Ave. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police as set forth above, be approved, and that the City Engineer be authorized to install these signs. Communication was read from the Personnel Board submitting the following names as eligible for the position of Foreman in the Water Department of the City of Arcadia: 1 - Joseph Saunders 2 - Don G. Ott Motion by Councilman Libby, that Don G. Ott be appointed Foreman in the Water Department at the startine salary, effective immediately. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Callas followS: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: C ounc ilman Nugent I Communication was read from the Department of Recreation re- questing that Mr. A. T. Alumbaugh be paid ~55.00 for square dance in- struction on the evenings of Nov. 19, 26, Dec. 3, 10 and 17, 1948. Motion by Councilman Libby, that Mr. Alumbaugh be paid for dance instruction as requested. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I 1793 AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Communication was read from the League of California Cities requesting the formal assignmsnt in Arcadia of one official to be responsible for preparing and compiling certain information required for a salary survey among the Cities in the County. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be appointed to furnish this information to the League of California Cities. Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting certain changes in the 1948-49 Arcadia Tax Roll, as follows: Assess. No. 67 - Reduce Personal Property from 02500.00 to $500.0C Assess. NO.1965-A - Cancel $1000.00 Veterans exemption Assess. No.6898 - Reduce Personal Property tax ~100.00 Assess. No.1533 - Deduct ~1460.00 Improvements Assess. No.1156 - Reduce Improvements $750.00. Add ~1460.00 Improvements to Unsecured Roll for 1948-49. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the request of the City Clerk to make certain changes in the 1948-49 tax roll be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell HOES: None ABSEi-lT: Counc ilman Nugent Communication was read from the Chief of Police attaching letter from Emil Steck, Jr., and a sketch of the Santa Anita Village streets. Chief Cahill suggested that the crosswalks as requested in Mr. Steck's letter in his opinion were premature, and suggested a further survey be made, at which time crosswalks would be placed in locations deemed fitting and proper. This matter was referred back to the Chief of Police with the request that immediate arrangements be made for the painting of at least two or three walk-ways to take care of the children until such time as it seems appropriate to make the final installations. Communication was read from James W. Bontems & Co., Certified Public Accountants, stat ins that because of the constant growth of the City and subsequent increase in financial transactions to be reviewed, that considerably more time is expended in making the annual verifications of City records and stating it would be necessary to charge a fee of ~1250.( this year instead of the $1000.00 charged last year. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City retain James W. Co. as Accountants to make the usual verification of City Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on as follows: Bontems & Accounts. Roll Call AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Communication was read from Paul J. Mosier requesting the necessary building psrmit be issued to him for remodeling and expansion of his existing slaughter house facilities at 514 Camino Real. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City waive the 30 day limitation in this case and extend the time limit provided for in Section 3 of Ordinance No. 727, to permit the issuance of the permit to Mr. Mosier. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1817 entitled: "A RESOLUTIOn OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ~dENDING RESOLUTIONS NOS. 1776 and 1777 AND PROVIDING FOR A T~jPORARY INCREASE IN THE COHPENSATION OF CERTAIN EllIPLOYEES OF SAID CITY." The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discuased. Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1817 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell HOES: None ABSENT: Couno ilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1818 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING PROFILE AiID IMPROVEJ,lEi.pr PLA;{ AND SPECIFICATIOllS FOR THE IMPROVEltlEl-lT OF A PORTION OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." read. The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1818 as Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll 1.794 Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1819 ent i tIed: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MAP OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR THE IMPROVEMEiIT OF A PORTION OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA. II The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. I as read. Roll Call Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1819 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSEIIT: Counc ilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention No. 1820 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO IMPROVE A PORTION OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, A;ID DECLARING SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT TO BE OP MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT AND DESCRIBING THE DISTRICT TO BE BENEFITED BY SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT AND TO BE ASSESSED TO PAY THE COSTS AND EXPENSES THEREOF, AND DEl'ERMINING THAT SERIAL BOIIDS SHALL BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT SAID COSTS AND EXPENSES AND FIXING A TIME FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT, OR TO THE EXTENT OF THE DISTRICT TO BE ASSESSED OR BOTH. II The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Bouoher moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention I No. 1820 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1821 ent i tled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OP THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING FRO!.'! THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OP THE COUNTY OP LOS ANGELES CERTAIN GASOLINE TAX FUNDS FOR THE IMPROVEMEIIT OF CERTAIN PUBLIC STREEl'S IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA. II The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1821 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Bouoher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSEIIT: Counc ilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1822 I entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL Ol~ THE CITY OF ARCADIA, PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT OF COMPENSATION FOR ADDITIONAL PERSONNEL AND FOR OVERTIME WORIC TO CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1822 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 739 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 7 OF ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940, II be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Libby and unanimously I carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 739. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinanoe No. 739. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Counoilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 740 entitled: "AN I I I 1795 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AI.lENDING SECTION 6 OF ORDINANCE NO. 431 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PERTAINING TO THE PERSONNEL SYSTEM OF SAID CITY AND REPEALING ORDINANCES NO. 608 AND 663 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 740. Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 740. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 741 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, INCREASING STATE SPEED LIMIT IN CERTAIN ZONES AIID DECREASING STATE LAW I~I~I SPEED UPON CERTAIN STREETS WITHIN THE INCORPORATED LIMITS OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its seoond and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of ,Ordinance No. 741. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 741. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows :, AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Notion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 742 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA A!.fE1IDING SECTION 4 OR ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED .JUNE 28, 1940" AND REPEALING ORDIlIANCE NO. 634 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED I.IARCH It), 1947.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 742. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 742. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 743 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AI,illNDING SECTION 11 OF ORDINANCE NO. 533 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED NOVEMBER 28, 1944," I be given its sec ond and final reading. . The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 743. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 743. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as followS: AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 744 entitled: "AN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL 0,,' THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DENOI.tINATING AS WOODRUFF PLACE THAT CERTAIN PRIVATE STREET EXTENDING NORTH AND EAST FROM ','IOODRUFF AVENUE Bh"TWEEN SAITTA ANITA AVENUE AND EL, MOifrE AVENUE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 744. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 744. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES : I~one , ABSENT: Counc ilman Nucent :i796 Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 745 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TilE CITY OF ARCADIA CREATING THE POSITION OF CHIEF OF THE PROPERTY INVENTORY DIVISION, SPECIFYING THE DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED AND FIXING THE COMPENSATION TO BE PAID THEREFORE.", be given its second and final reading. ' The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 745. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 745. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 746 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AUENDING ORDINANCE NO. 594 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JULY 2, 1946, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION THERETO TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUMBERb.,,]) SECTION I-A", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanim- ously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 746. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 746. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 747 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY comrcIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTIONS 1 AND 11 OF ORDnlANCE NO. 737 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED NOVEMBER 16, 1948," be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.. 747. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 748 entitled: "AN ORDlNA,NCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CLASSIFYING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR ZONING PURPOSES AND ESTABLISHING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE R-3 OF SAID CITY AS DEPINED IN ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 748. Motion by Councilman Boucher tlllit all bids heretofore sub- I mitted covering the furnishing to the City of Arcadia of motorcycles for the use of the police Department, be and the same are hereby re- jected, except the bid of Graves Chubbuck Co., and that contract for two Harley-Davidson Motorcycles with Motorola two-way radio installed, be and the same is hereby awarded to Graves Chubbuck Co., in the sum of S3058 .80. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Engineer be authorized to request the Personnel Board to call for examinations for the position of Assistant City Engineer. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that all bids submitted at the regular meeting of the City Council held Dec. 7, 1948, covering the furnishing of cast-iron water pipe, be and the same are hereby re- jected exc~pt the bid of the National Cast Iron Pipe Div., in the amount of ~22,650.00, and that contract covering same be and the same is hereby awarded the National Cast Iron Pipe Div. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ~BSENT : Counc ilman Nugent The City Engineer recommended the bid for the removal of trees from certain City streets be awarded to Henry Grobmeier in the amount of $2655.00. I I I 179'; Motion by Councilman Boucher, that all bids for the removing of trees from City Streets be and the same are hereby rejected except the bid of henry Grobmeier, and tlillt said bid be and the same is hereby awarded to Henry Grobmeier in the sum of $2655.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent The City Eilgineer recommended that bid in the amount of $10,084.oc covering the improvement of portions of Oakwood Drive, First Avenue, Sycamore and Woodruff Aves., in the City of Arcadia be awarded to Reuel K. Atwood. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that all bids for the improvement of various streeta be and the same are hereby rejected except the bid of Reuel K. Atwood, and tlillt said bid be and the same is hereby awarded to said Reuel K. Atwood in the sum of ~10,084.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Foucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell !lOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent The City Clerk reported on the bid for seats for the new City Hall Council Chambers, and recommended the bid be awarded to the American Seating Co., in the amount of $1735.00, plus sales tax. J.lotion by Councilman Boucher, that ths recommendation of the City Clerk be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSEHT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be auth- orized to correct the irregularities of the sidewalk, grade and repair same, on the Southwest corner of Huntington Drive and Sunset Blvd. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc iIman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, that an appropriation from unexpended balance of General Funds be set up in the amount of $900.00, to defray the expenses of painting the Fire Station at 50 Wheeler Street. Said motion was seconded by Councihman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: ~YES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell HOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, that all the bids submitted at the regular meeting of the City Council held Dec. 7, 1948, for the purchase of Tractor-Skiploader be rejected, and that the City Engineer be authorized to purchase same in the open market at the lowest price available; also that the City Clerk be directed to return all checks deposited with said bids. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouchel', Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent The request of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce for the City to pay for partitioning and the installation of counters in their quarters at the new City Hall, was referred to the City Clerk to determine the costs and report back at the next regular meeting. Motion by Councilman Boucher, Chief of Police that he be permitted to Camera be accepted. that the recommendation of the purchase Graflex Finger Printing . Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSE1'lT: Counc 1lman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that roquisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: 1.'798 Street Dept. -----------------_ Fire Dept. -----------------___ Police Dept. ------------------ Water Dept. --------------~---- 2792 ' 2834, 2835 2235, 2236, 2237 2667 to 2671 Incl. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Warrants Nos. 810 to 852 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Radio Room in the Polioe Station be remodeled for not to exceed the sum of $200.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen BOucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ATTEST: -&~~PN/a/ yor I L4.kx; t er Counoil Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, Calif. January ~, 19~9, 8:00 o'clock P. M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session ,at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously oarried, that the minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council held December 21, 19~8, be and the same are hereby approved. Communication was read from Koebig & Koebig regarding the disputed statement of $691.91 for engineering services in connection with the Arcadia-Monrovia sewer conneotions at Hun~ington and Fifth Ave. After an explanation by City Attorney Cornyn as to the legality of the claim, motion was made by Councilman Nugent that the City Clerk be authorized to draw warrant in the amount of $691.91, payable to Koebig & Koebig. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from Shatford & Shatford, Attorneys and Counsellors-at-law, on behalf of their client, Mr. William R. Highl, who is having trouble with Mr. Phillips residing at 2024 El Monte Ave., who is operating a machine shop in an R-l zone. As this appears to be a violation of the Zoning Ordinance said I communication was referred to the Chief of Police to investigate the alleged violation and take the necessary steps to enforce the Ordinances that apply. Communication was read from Koebig & Koebig relative to request made by Hahn & Bell for their client Parker Plumbine and Heating Co. on North First Ave., for sewer connection in the alley. Koebig & Koebig stated that the original detailed plans and specifications for the Arcadia Sanitary Sewer Improvement Assessment District W-43, Sheet 30 of 127 sheets, definitely did not show connection from the alley to said lot. Sheet 105 of 127 sheets, shows connection from First Avenue. 'They also stated that they had been informed by Mr. Watson, Street Superintendent, that he had never designated where the plumbing had to go in this instance. I I 179!J Said communication was ordered filed, and the City Clerk was instructed to write lmhn & Bell as to this matter. Communication was read from Harold A. Barnett enclosing a photo- static copy of a letter rsceived from the City Engineer of the I.letro- politan Water District, stating that they have no objections to the location of streets over water pipe line, provided adequate depth of coverage is maintained and that the South curb be located at least ten feet South of the District's pipe. In accordance with the terms of the easemsnt reserving to the Grantor the right to construct street improvement in the Easement area and requiring the Grantee to join in the dedication of street, if at any time it is necessary to move or repair the pipe line, the District will restore any street surface, improvements removed or damaged in the course of such repair work. Said conmnmication was referred to the Planning Commission for study and reply. Communication was read from Police Chief Cahill recommending that crosswalks be painted, bus loading zones and red zones at curbs be painted, as per request made by Emil Stsck, Jr., Attorney-at-law, on behalf of the Hugo Reid Parent Teachers Assn., in his letters of December 20, 1948 and January 3, 1949. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman I~ent and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be accepted, and that safety zones be installed as recommended. Communication was read from J. H. Hoeppel relative to flood conditions on South First Avsnue in the ficinity of the new Post-Office and. the First Avenue School. Said communication was ordered turned over to the Street Super- intendent for investigation and reply. Connnunication Vias read from Scott M. Lee, Ilater Superintendent listing employees in the ~ater Department who Vlorked overtime during the month of December 1948, as follows: . John Herrin - - - - - - - - 9 hours Donald Ott - - - - 6 II D. E. Frazier -25i II John L. Frazier - -10 II Manuel Ramirez - - - -13 II B. Highton - - - - - -10 II John Thomas - - - - - -2% II Leland Hansen - - -15 II Andl'ew Berkompas - - -15 II John Markel - - - _ - -IS.} II Robert Helson - - -10 II V. R. I,Icl.!ickell - - - - 15 II Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Counc ilman Nugent Conmmnication was read from the Personnel Board listing individuals on the eligible list for !.leter Reader in the \'later Department. Said communication was tabled for two weeks. Communication from the Personnel Board listing names of individuals on the eligible list for 1mnicipal Laborer in the Water Department was ordered tabled for two weeks. Communication from the Personnel Board proposing the adoption of a wage guide prinCiple as a means of establishing salary increases for civil service employees for the City of Arcadia, was tabled, and arrantements made for the meeting of the Personnel Board and the City Council January 6, 1949, for further discussion. Communication was read from George Nevin, Office Engineer, requesting that the City sponsor a City employee basketball team to compete in the adult education sponsored basketball league. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the request as above set forth be approved, and the City Clerk authorized to draw Warrant in the sum of t25.00 for the payment of the entrance fee. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on roll call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, lfugent and Russell HOES: Hone Communication was read from the City Clerk recommending the amending of Business License Ordinance No. 737 changing the fee for Cigarette machines from $12.00 per year to ~3.00 per year, and Candy l~chines from ~6.00 per year to ~3.00 per year. Motion by Councilman Libby that the recommendation of the City Clerk be apprOved and that the necessary amendments to such Ordinance 1~UU be made. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows:. AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to make the following changes in the 1947-48 and 1948-49 Tax Rolls: " " " " " " No. 553 - Reduce " 155bD - Deduct " 74b6 - Deduct " 7481 - Deduct " 7489 - Deduct 7466 7481 7489 - Deduct - Deduct - Deduct land value $150.00 $1000 Veterans exemption $10.21 ) $10.21 ) Property of Los Angeles ~10.21) County Flood Control $ 9.55 ) ~ 9 54 ) lh4:96 ) I Assess. " " " " Property of Los Angeles County Flood Control, assessed 1947-48. 5209 - Refund $ 4.48 - Duplicate payment 5267A - Refund ~l8.45 -" " rfution by Councilman ~rugent, that the reoommendation of the City Clerk be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: II II " " AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Clerk be authorized to award bid for Venetian Blinds for the new City Hall, to the Colonial Blind Company in the amount of $1112.41, and that he be authorized to return Cashiers Check in the amount of $115.50 to R. E. Sheehan, the unsuocessful bidder, whose bid is hereby rejected. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: ' I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Attorney relative to the Paoific Telephone & Telegraph Company's application for increased telephone rates and stated that at a meeting of the attorneys represent- ing the principal cities within the County recently, it was planned to employ 1~. Emuel J. Forman for the purpose of opposing the application of the Pacific Telephone & Telegraph Co. for increased rates. It is expected that his compensation and expenses for the calendar year will represent approximately $7000.00, and the City of Arcadia has been requested to assume its share of this expense based on comparative population, which would amount to $280.00. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City appropriate a maximum of ~300.00 to assist in sharine the expenses of retaining 1~. Forman as special counsel in the interest of cities of Los Angeles County. Said motion uas seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and lfugent NOES: Counc ilman Russell City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1824 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COm~CIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE ASSISTANCE OF 'I'lill BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY IN THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN RIGHTS OF VlAY FOR THE PURPOSE OF EXTENDING BALD\'lIN A VENUE, A PUBLIC STREET IN SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1824 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: ; AYES: Councilmen BOUCher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None . City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1825 ent i tIed: "A RESOLUTIOI~ OF THE CITY COmrCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DESIGNATING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN INTERSECTIONS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AmJ lJAIHTAINING OF "STOP SIGNS" AT CERTAIN ENTRANCES TIillRl?I'O." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1825 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, ~rugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 747 entitled: "AN I I I I 1801 ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADI/l. AI,lEiIDING SECTIOn 1 AND 11 OF ORDINANCE NO. 737 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED NOVEMBER 16, 1938.", 1:>6 given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 747. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 747. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 748 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CLASSIFYING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR ZONING PURPOSES AND ESTABLISHING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE R-3 OF SAID CITY AS DEFINED IN ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY, ADO,PTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion ,by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carr-1ed that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 748. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 748. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 749 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, MAKING A PEIUJANENr EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 749. , Motion by Councilman houcher, that the City Engineer be authorized to purchase a Ford Tractor-Loader and scraper at a cost of $2209.70 from Edward Keasley & Son. Said motion was seconded by Councilman lfugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell , NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, ssconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City defer any action in connection with the partitioning and installation of counters in ths Chamber of Commerce room in the new City Hall until after they have moved into their quarters and the Council determine such action is desirable or necessary. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders oovering: Genl Govt Bldgs ------------- 2800 Fire Dept. ------------------ 2836 to 2838 incl. , Police Dept. ---------------- 2238, 2239 TIater Dept. ----------------- 2672 to 2679 incl. Motion by C01IDcilman Klomp, that Warrants Nos. 853 to 935 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the I.layor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: ifone Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ATTEST: City elf L ?~/ 1t;1J~ Counoil Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, Cal. January 18, 1949, 8:00 o'olock P. M. The City Counoil of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Yayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting uary 4, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. The Mayor announced this was the time and place set for hear- ing in the matter of the improvement of a portion of Alta St. in accordance with Resolution of Intention No. 1785. Libby and held Jan- I Motion by Councilman Boucher that the assessment diagram pre- pared by the City Engineer for the improvement of a portion of Alta St. as contemplated by Resolution No. 1785, be so approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, lfugent and Ruesell NOES: None The City Clerk advised the Council that this was the time and place fixed pursuant to statute and notice given for the hearing in the matter of the assessment for the improvement of a portion of Alta St. as contemplated by Resolution of Intention No. 1785 adopted on the 6th day of July, 1948. The Clerk also informed the Council that affidavits I of the posting and publication of the Notice of Filing Assessment were on file in his office and that no written appeals or objections had been filed in his office prior to the day set for the hearing. The Mayor asked if there were any intsrested persons present desiring to be heard in the matter. All interested persons having been given full opportunity to show cause why said assessment should not be confirmed, all objections presented having been heard and fully considered, and the Council being satisfied with the correctness of the assessment, motion was made by Councilman Nugent that said assessment be confirmed and approved. Said motion was seconded by. Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None The ~~yor announced this was the time and place set for the hearing in the matter of the improvement of a portion of California St. in accordance with Resolution of Intention No. 1788. The assessment diagram prepared by the City Engineer as con- templated by Resolution No. 1788, was presented for the approval of the Council. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the assessment diagram prepared by the City Engineer for the improvement of a portion of Calif- ornia Street be so approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follo~s: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES.: None The City Clerk advised the Council that this was the time and place fixed pursuant to statute and notice given, for the hearing in the matter of the assessment for the improvement of a portion of California Street as contemplated by Resolution of Intention No. 1788 adopted on the 6th day of July 1948. The Clerk also informed the Council that affidavits of the posting and publication of the Notice of Filing assessment were on file in his office and that one written objection had been filed in his office prior to the day set for the hearing. The Mayor asked if there were any. interested persons present desiring to be heard in the matter. Written protest was read from lI. L. Herscher, M.D. I Motion by Councilman Nugent, that this protest be denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, lfugent and Russell None I I 1803 Ali interested persons having been given full opportunity to show cause why said assessment should not be confirmed, all objections presented having been heard and fully considered, and the Council being satisfied with the correctness of the assessment, motion was made by Councilman Nugent that said assessment be confirmed and approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The lmyor announced this 'was the time and place set by the City Council for hearing in the matter of the improvement of a portion of Huntington Drive. No verbal or written protests were presented. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare a Resolution ordering the improvement of Huntington Drive on the North- erly side from the westerly line of Santa Anita Avenue to the Easterly line of San Rafael Road. Communication was read from Disabled American Veterans, Foot- hill Chapter No. 55, requesting permission to hold their annual Forget- Me-Not and Membership Drive on January 21 and 22, 1949. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be authorized to issue permit for this charity soliciation, the provisions of Section 12 of Ordinance No. 737 beine hereby waived, and that the City Attorney prepare the necessary Resolution or Ordinance authorizing the City Clerk to issue permits to organizations wishing to hold dances in the City of Arcadia. . Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES : Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, lfugent and Russell None , Motion by Councilman lfugent that employees in the Building Department using their personal, cars for City business should be paid ~ per mile, with a minimum of ~40.oo per month. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from S. B. Barnes, Consulting Struotural Engineer, offering to supervise the completion of the new City Hall build- ing and assume the responsibility of I,~. Paul Kingsbury, deceased, subject to the approval of l,~s. Paul Kingsbury. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that S. B. Barnes be authorized to assist in the oompletion of the City Hall Building, due to the death of Paul Kingsbury, Architect, and to sign all necessary papers which may be required to be signed by the Architect, on this job, without expense to the City beyond the amount' provided by the contract with him. Said motion vms seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the West Arcadia Business Assoo- -iation requesting that Mike Radich Co. be instructed to complete the installation of sewers on Baldwin Avenue in not more than three days after the commencement of work. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer. Applications of various persons for Owners' permit, Autos for hire, taxicabs, were read. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously oarried, that these applications bereferred to the Chief of Police for his recommendation. Communication was read from the West Arcadia Business Assoc- iation requesting permission for the posting of signs indicating the location and entrances of three parking lots on both sides of Baldwin Avenue., said signs to be placed directly under the City's One Hour Parking signs. Said communication was referred to the Street Committee for recommendat ion. :180Ll Communication was read from Alfred H. Allen requ~sting per- mission to erect a temporar1 sales and construction office in Tract No. 13872, Pamela Road West of El Monte Ave., between Camino Real and Naomi Ave. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the above request be allowed, provided such office be removed within one year. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libb1, Nugent and Russell None I The semi-annual report coverine the period ofo~rations from July 1st through December 31, 1948, was received from the Chamber of Commerce. Said report was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce requesting a citizens committee be appointed by the City Council to consider the steps to be taken in future planting of trees and shrubs on Cit1 property, the re-planting of dead or diseased trees, watering care, etc., and submitting certain citizens' names for consideration as committee members. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimous11 carried, that said communication be referred to the Planning Commission for consideration. Communication was read from Gordon Eberly relative to petitions being curculated for paving under the 1911 Act of the alley between Huntington Drive and Alta St., from First Avenue to Santa Anita Ave., and requesting participation by the City in the cost of improvement. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this request be denied. The City Clerk was instructed to advise Mr. Eberly that the City should not contribute to this improvement, but will maintain same after completion. I Communication was read from the Texas Company requesting refund of duplicate payment of 1949 Arcadia Cit1 business license. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Clerk be instructed to draw a warrant in the amount of $12.00 to the Texas Company to reimburse them for duplicate payment of 1949 license fee. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libb1, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Associated Students of Calif- ornia Institute of Technology, requesting permission to conduct a dance at the Los Angeles Turf Club in Arcadia, on Saturday night, April 23, 1949. I Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the request set forth above, be and the same, is hereb1 approved. Communication was read from O'Melveny & Myers relative to the power of the Cit1 or third parties, to force Mike Radich & Company, a co-partnership, who is building the City-wide sanitary sewer s1stem in the Cit1 of Arcadia under the Improvement Act of 1911, to permit house connections to said sewer system prior to the acceptance b1 the City. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Mike Radich & Compan1 relative to the installation of house connections to the Arcadia Sewer System by them. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the League of California Cities regarding a Conference to be held in Berkeley February 1 and 2, 1949, pertaining to streets and highway problems. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the City Engineer and Mr. Talley be permitted to attend this conference, with the understanding that they are to be reimbursed for the actual expenditures incurred in attending this meeting. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, l~ent and Russell NOES: None 1805 Communication was read from Mrs. Emma E. Hainer, City Treasurer, requesting the a~proval of an agreement with the Bank of America for the transferring of ~250,000.00 from the inactive aocount to time deposits, for one year, raising the rate of interest from 1% to 1-1/8%. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Treasurer be authorized to transfer ~250,000.00 from the inactive account to time deposits bearing the interest rate of 1-1/8%. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Counoilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from James R. Hill, Committee member, representing the Camino Real District Improvement Assooiation, relative to the possibility of annexation to the City of Arcadia, of ;~yflower Village, American 1~nor, Mountain View I~nor, Berger Tract, Elliot Tract and Security Tract. Said communication was referred to the Planning Commission. Communication was read from Refrigeration Service Engineers Society, requesting permission to conduct a dinner-danoe at Carpenters - Santa Anitan, on the evening of February 21, 1949. I~tion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the above request be granted. Communication was read from the American Legion Auxiliary requesting permission to present to the City for display in the City Court room an all-silk American flag 5'3" x 8'611 oomplete with standard. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman NUgent and unanimously carried, that the City aocept this flag, and that the City Clerk be instructed to write a letter of appreciation for the present- ' at ion, to the American Legion Auxiliary, Glen Dyer Post No. 247. Communication was read from E. J. Edwards suggesting that inasmuch as churches are permitted in R-2 zones, and because there is not in his opinion enough R-2 zones in the proposed new zoning plan, that in the future there should be no rezoning that would reduoe the present amount of R-2 zoning that would reduoe the present amount of'R-2 zoning. Said communication was referred to the Planning Commission. Final report was submitted by the Planning Commission on the proposed rezoning of the City of Arcadia, together with resolution of transmittal and accompanying map and proposed Ordinance. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the proposed rezoning report be accepted and that February 2, 1949, at 7:30 O'clock p. M. in the Council Chambers of the City Hall, be set as the date and place for a public hearing before the City Council as required by law. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be direoted to write to the Planning Commission a letter of appreciation for their excellent work in preparing the new Zoning Ordinance and master plan, and that the Council appreciates the many hours the members of the Commission have devoted to this subject, and wishes to record its grateful thanks for their assist- ance and cooperation. Communication was read from the Planning Commission reoommend- ing for approval petition of Millard F. Hartley and George A. Dudley for a permanent exception to allow the construction and operation of a steam laundry to be located at the southeast corner of Santa Anita Ave. and Santa Clara St., Lots 32, 33 and 34, Block 76, Santa Anita Tract. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that City Attorney prepare and submit appropriate ordinance providing for this variance. Communication was read from the Planning Commission quoting a motion made on January 6, 1949, which recommends that the services of Mr. Vlliitnall, Planning Consultant, be discontinued. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that 1w. rlliitnall be retained as Planning Consultant until 1~roh 1, 1949. Communication from the City Attorney relative to the Pacific Electric Railway crossing at Sunset Blvd, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Lions Club requesting re- imbursement in the amount of $300.00 as the City's share of defraying the deficit incurred by the Lions Club in sponsoring the third annual LO\JO painting contest Halloween Eve, and which was in accordance with their request of September 21, 1948, approved by the City Council as of that da te. ' Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be authorized to draw a warrant in the sum of $300.00 payable to, the Lions Club, to reimburse them for the City's share of the deficit incurred~ as per the Minutes of meeting of the City Council held Sept. 21, 194~. Communication was read from the Personnel Board enolosing a I wage guide schedule as a means of administering salary increases for Civil Service employees, showing the existing salary rates and proposed , salary rates under the new wage guide principle; estimating that the proposal if accepted would increase the cost of the pay roll $375.00, \ and recommending that the salary schedule be adopted and placed in \effect February I, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board be accepted, and that the new wage guide be adopted. Communication was read from the Personnel Board calling to the attention of the City Council that the Water Department has hired a numbsr of men as temporary 1mnicipal Laborers and that these employees have not been hired in accordance with the Rules and Regulations of the Civil Service system, and that since an eligible list exists it is suggested these men be replaced with some from the eligible list for Municipal Laborers. Councilman Klomp advised that these men have been discharged and have been replaced with men from the eligible list. Said communication was ordered filed. I Communication was read from the Personnel Board recomrnending that Mr. Scott M. Lee, Water Superintende~t, who has been on sick leave, be allowed to return to work. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Mr. Lee be reinstated as of January 1, 1949, and that 1w. L. M. Talley be relieved of his duties as Acting Water Superintendent, and returned to his duties as Office Engineer, effective January 15, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: , Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending the City Council call for examination for Assistant City Engineer at a salary range of from \,375.00 to $450.00 per month. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the recommsndation of the Personnel Board be accepted. Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending I that a temporary employee be hired for the position of 1mtron in the Police Department at a salary of 951 per hour, and that the Chief of Police be authorized to interview said applicants, in order that he might establish a list of three or four on call, and that the Personnel Clerk be authorized to again advertise for a temporary 1~tron. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the. Personnel Board be accepted, and that the Chief of Police establish such a list. Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending the acceptance of the Motorola Company bid in the amount of $9655.70 for the furnishing of a two way PM Radio Communications System, and setting. forth numerous reasons for the acceptance of this, bid. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be accepted and that all bids submitted be rejected except the bid of Motorola Company in the amount of $9655.70, and that the City Clerk be instructed to return Cashiers' check which accompanied the rejected bids. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows:, AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None I Communication was read from the Chief of Police advising that he had made an investigation of the protest submitted by Mr. William RighI that Mr. O. A. Phillips was conducting a commercial enterprise on his three acre piece of land located at 2480 S. El Monte Ave. Mr. Cahill stated that in his opinion there is not a violation of the zoning Ordinance. The City Clsrk was instructed to inform the lawyer represent- ing the protestant as to the report submitted by the Chief of Police. I I :1807 Communication was read from the City Clerk reoommending that Assistant Building Inspector Don George be paid ~5.00 each Saturday that it is necessary for him to appear in Court as a witness regarding illegal building ethics in the construction of buildings without permits. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the recommendation of the City Engineer be approved, and any employee of the Building Department be paid ~5.00 for each Saturday it is necessary that he appear in Court as a witness for the Building Department. Said motion was seconded by Counoilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Engineer relative to his investigation of the flow of rain water down First Avenue as called to the attention of the City Council in a letter from J. H. Hoeppel of Jan- uary 4, 1949. The City Clerk was instructed to advise Mr. J. H. Hoeppel or the City Engineer's findings. Communication was read from the Department of Recreation regarding payment to Mr. H. T. Alumbaugh in the amount of $22.00 for square and folk dance direction on the evenings of January 7 and 14, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the recommendation of the Recreation Commission be approved and H. T. Alumbaugh be paid the amount of ~22.00 for dance direction. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell HOES: Counc ilman Nugent Report of the activities of the Department of Reoreation was submitted and ordered filed. Communication was read from the Department of Recreation recommending the State of California be authorized to conduct a Recreation survey for the City of Arcadia without cost. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the reconIDlendation of the Department or Recreation be approved. Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting per- mission to make the following changes on the 1948-49 Tax Roll: Assessment No. '7356 - Deduct ~23l0.00 Improvements " No. 1556-D Add Veterans exemption, removed in error Cancel ~30.00 personal property of Kebne Jantzen Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the City Clerk be accepted and the above listed changes be made in the 1948-49 tax roll, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. Motion by Counoilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be authorized to call for bids for the furnishing of gasoline for City equipment from February 18, 1949 to February 19t 1950, said bids to be received up to 8:00 o'clock P. M., February 1, 191.1-9. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for 5000 feet of six inch cast iron pipe, said bids to be received up to 8:00 o'clock P. M., Feb. 1, 1949, the specifications to be on file in the office of the City Clerk. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Department be authorized to employ the three top men on the eligible list for Meter Reader, effeotive immediately, as follows, under the Rules and Regu- lations of the Personnel System at the salary of ~210.00 per month, plus the $25.00 per month cost of living increase: 1 - Joseph F. Rose, Jr. 2 - Owen L. Hibarger 3 - Edwin Highton Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1826 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDERING CERTAIN \"IORK AND IMPROVEMEifr TO BE DOi'lE ON PORTION OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE, Ii, THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. /' , , , " 1.808 Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1826 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1827 entitled; itA RESOLUTION 01<' THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT OF C01WENSATION FOR ADDITIONAL PERSONNEL A}ID FoR I OVERTIME WORK TO CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OF THE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF SAID CITY. It The proviSions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1827 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call ~s follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1828 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DESIGNATING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN INTERSECTIONS OF PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY AS STOP INTERSECTIONS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING A}ill MAINTAINING OF ItSTOP SIGNSIt AT CERTAIN ENTRANCES THEREl'O.1t The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1828 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Motion by Councilman Nugent, sec.onded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 750 entitled: ItAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 737 (THE BUSINESS LICENSE ORDINANCE) OF SAID CITY BY AMENDIiW SECTION 23 THEREOF. It, be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 750. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded.by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 751 entitled, ItAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA FIXING THE TIME A}ill PLACE OF HOLDING 1iEEl'INGS OF SAID CITY COUNCIL OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA. It, be introduced and read in full. . . The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 751. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. '749 entitled: nAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, MAKING A PEIDMNEl~ EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940 It , be given its seoond and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been ,read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive .the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 749. . Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 749. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: I . ... AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nueent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and direoted to issue purchase orders covering: Fire Dept. ------------------ 2839 to 2842 Incl. Police Dept. ----------------- 2240 and 2241 Genl Govt Bldg --------------- 2851 Water Dept. ------------------ 2680 to 2686 Incl. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Warrants Nos. 936 to 995 inclusive as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the 1myor and City Clerk be and they are hereby auth- orized and directed to sign said warrants. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and carried that the meeting adjourn. :H309 ATTEST: ~hf/ ;L"df/ yor ~dB~/ Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, Calif. February 1, 1949, 8:00 o'clock p. M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRES~'~: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSEl~: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held January 18, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the improvement of a portion of Huntington Drive, ~etween Santa Anita Avenue and San Rafael Road, as follows: Service Constr. Co. of So. Calif. Herman L. Tuttle C. & H. Cement Contraotors W. R. Wilkinson J. E. Haddock, Ltd. $ 3628.40 4205.93 4770.90 4829.91 4896.45 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer with the request that he report back at the next regular meeting of the City Council. The City Clerk opened and read bids on the furnishing of 5000 feet of six inch cast iron water pipe. Said bids were referred to the Water Superintendent for report later in the meeting. The City Clerk opened and read the following bids for the furnishing of gasoline to the City of Arcadia from Feb. 17, 1949 to Feb. 18, 1950, as follows: STANDARD PREMIUM $0.191 .1782 .201 .191 .191 .201 .186 Standard Oil Co. of Calif. Pathfinder Petroleum Co. Shell Oil Co. Texas Corporation Assooiated Union Oil Co. Richfield Oil Corp. $0.176 .1682 .186 .176 .176 .176 .171 Said bids were referred to the Street Superintendent with instructions to report back at the next regular meeting. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the petition for annexation to the City of Arcadia of that portion of Lot 5, Block A of the Santa Anita Land Company's Tract, owned by Winchester Cooley, and that portion of Lot 5, in Block A of the Santa Anita Land Company's Tract owned by Hattie C. Iller, be referred to the Planning Commission for investigation and consideration. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counci~len Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion ~ Counoilman Klomp, that the City Attorney be instruoted to prepare a Resolution declaring intention to annex certain uninhabited territorieds to the City of Arcadia, and setting public hearing on said annexation for March I, 1949, at 8:00 o'clock P. M., in the Council Chambers of the City Hall. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Petition was read from Carl F. Brellow, signed by 23 residents of Palm Drive, petitioning the City to repair damages to streets caused by the installation of sewers, particularly on Palm Drive between El Monte and Baldwin Ave., and Albert Way at its intersection with Palm Drive. lH1U Said,petition.was referred to the Street Department, with the request that said matter be given immediate attention. Communication was read from Boller Sutter & Boller represent- ing 48 petitioners requesting the removal of an Oak tree from the oenter of North Third Avenue at or about #42 North Third Ave. Said oommunication and petition was referred to the Street Superintendent. Communication was read from Ross A. Himes relative to zoning on the North side of Las Tunas Drive and Live Oak Ave., as proposed in the new master zoning of Arcadia. u~ Action was said communication was deferred pending publio hearin~ on the new Zoning Ordinance and Master Plan on February 2, 1949. Communication was read from Helene Wachsman regarding various complaints as to dirty streets and replanting of Palm trees,:etc. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent. Communication was read from Roy L. Smillie setting forth certain qualifications which he thinks qualify him to act in the capacity of a Civil Engineer, and requesting that he be permitted an opportunity to bid on the preparation of plans and specifications when, as and if the new Fire StQtion in the North part of the City is commenced. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from J. H. Hoeppel stating that flies and especially horse flies, are largely responsible for Polio outbreaks, and requesting that fly proof oontainers for the disposition of manure and periodic treatments of manure to prevent fly development be insisted upon by the City, was read. Said oommunication was ordered filed. Communication was read from tlle City Attorney calling attention to section 473 of the Vehicle Code, which reads in part as follows: It No 'person shall place, maintain or display upon, or in view of, any highway any unofficial sign, signal or device, or any sign, signal or devioe, which purports to be or is an imitation of, or resenbles, an official traffio sign or signal, or which attempts to direct the move- ment of traffic or which hides from view any official traffic sign or signal." This information was furnished in connection with the request of West Arcadia Business Association for permission to post certain signs under parking limit signs on City property. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that no permanent signs of any description be permitted to be posted on City property. The City Clerk was instructed to inform the West Arcadia Business AssociQtion accordingly, and call to.their attention Section 473 as quoted above. . Communication was read from June Cocks edge relative to extension of leave of absence until March 14, 1949. Motion by.Councilman.Libby, seconded by Counci~n Klomp and unanimously carried, that MiooCocksedge's leave be extended until March 14, 1949. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing for approval the request of Oscar H. and Mamie B. Lide for per- mission to divide and sell a'lot 55 x 173.56 feet, located at the Northwest corner of Holly Ave. and Walnut Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Counci~n Libby and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted, as above set forth. Communication was read from the Planning Commission stating that membership in the Southern California Planning Congress has been increased to $25.00 per year, expressing interest in the activities ' of the Congress, and requesting permission to pay the increase of $10.00 over last year's dues. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the request of the Planning Commission for payment of this membership be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from G. B. Watson, City Engineer, requesting permission to hire Robert McIllvenna on a temporary basis as draftsman at $1.75 per hour. Motion b.r Counoilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be authorized to employ Robert ~~Illvenna on a temporary basis as Draftsman, at $1.75 per hOlw. Said motion was seconded by Councilman I I I I I 1811. Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Chief of Police requesting permission to purchase twelve pair of traffic control golves with scotch backs at ~3.50 each. Motion by Counci~n Nugent, that the Chief of Police' request be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and oarried Roll Call as follows: on AYES: HOES : Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from S. M. Lee, ~ater Superintendent, submitting a list of hOUl'S of overtime for employees in the Water Depart- ment for the month of January 1949, as follows: John Herrin ------------------ 6 hours D. E. Frazier ---------------- 4~ II John L, Frazier -------------- 3 It E. Highton ------------------- 2 II John E. Thomas ---------------13 II Leland B, Hanson -------------13 II John Markel ------------------29 II Manuel Ramierz ---------------16 II Thomas B. Poyner ------------- 9 " Andrew Berkompas ------------- 4t II Robert A, Nelson _____________ 2 II Motion by Counci~n Klomp, that the above mentioned employees in the liater Department be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis, Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Recreation Commission requesting permission to send the Recreation Director and Chairman of the Recreation Commission to the State Recreation Convention to be held at Santa Barbara February 9, 10 and ll, 1949, and asking that expenses be allowed in an amount not to exceed ~eO.OO for both members. .Motion by Counci~lan Libby, that the Recreation Director and Chairman of the Recreation Commission, be allowed to attend the State Recreation Convention, and that they be reimbursed for actual expenses incurred. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None :~6.97 to Veterans Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting refund of Lt. T. I,;. and Emily B. Chambers, account of reinstatement of exemption on the 1948-49 tax roll. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the City Clerk to make the above change in the 1948-49 tax roll be approved, subject to the approval of the City Attorney, and that warrant in the amount of ~6.97 be drawn to Lt. T. 11. and Emily B. Chambers. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to make the following changes on the 1947-48 tax roll: J. A. Carpenter - Personal Property tax paid in San Mateo, California ............ I. D. Farker - Duplicate assessment ................. 1;P32.85 25.55 Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the request of the City Clerk to make the above ohanges in the 1947-48 tax roll be granted, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police requesting the transfer of Officer Jack Jordan from Patrolman to Motorcycle duty as of February3, 1949, with a salary increase of ;;10.00 per month, and the transfer of Thomas Needham from Motorcycle duty to patrol duty, with a reduction in salary of ~10.00 per month~ effective February 3, 1949. :18:12 Motion by Councilman Libby that the City Council accept the reoommendation of the Chief of Police as above set forth. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police requesting permission to send Capt. Orr to Northern California Juvenile Officers Assn. meeting to be held in Fresno February 19th, and requesting that Capt. Orr be allowed $25.00 to cover expenses for this trip. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Captain Orr be permitted to attend this meeting in Fresno, and tl~t $25.00 be allowed to take care of the expenses of the trip. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Applications from Joe Bond for Owner's Permit, Autos for hire, taxioabs, requesting permission to operate three automobiles for hire in Arcadia was read. Said applioations were referred to the Chief of Police for recommendation. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1829. ent i tled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING MINllJUM AIID MAXIMUM COMPENSATIONS FOR EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, EFFECTIVE AS OF FEBRUARY 1, 1949." The proviSions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1829 as I read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1831 entitled: itA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTING BUDGEI' AS SEI' FORTH IN PROJECT STATEMENT NO. 17 PREPARED PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 194 A}ill 195 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. n The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Counilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1831 as read. Said motion was seconded by Counci~n Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1832 entitled: nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING CERTAIN STREEI'S WITHIN SAID CITY TO BE MAJOR CITY STREEI'S OTHER THAN STAT E HIGHWAYS." I The proviSions of said Resolution were then disoussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1832 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: . . AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1833 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA. PROVIDING FOR THE ENFORCEMENT OF LAWS AND REGULATIONS RELATING TO PUBLIC HEALTH BY THE COUNTY HEALTH OFFICER WITHIN THE CITY OF ARCADIA. n The provisions of said Resolution were then disoussed. Councilman Imgent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1833 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1834 I entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ANNEX CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA, GIVING NOTICE OF THE PROPOSED ANNEXATION A}ID DESCRIBING THE BOUNDARIES OF THE TERRITORY PROPOSED TO BE ANNEXED. n ~he provisions of said Resolution were then disoussed. Counoilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1834 as read.. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I I I I 18.13 Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 750 entitled: nAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORD- INANCE NO. 737 (THE BUSINESS LICENSE OHDINANCE) OF SAID CITY BY AMENDING SECTION 23 THEREOF.", to be given its second and final reading.' The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 750. Counci~n Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 750. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ol'dinance I~O. 751 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADI.II. FIXING THE TIME AND PLACE OF HOLDING MEETINGS OF SAID CITY COUNCIL OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA", be given its seoond and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 751. Counoilman lfugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 751 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follow~ AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, iIugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 752 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE Ol~ THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SAID CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 752. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Counci~n Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 753 entitled: nAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 276 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, REGULATING PUBLIC DANCE HALLS, DANCE CLUBS Aim PUBLIC DANCES WITHIN SAID CITY, ADOPTED JULY 5, 1933, AS AIJErmED BY ORDINANCE NO. 369 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED NOVEMBER 30, 1937, BY ADDING A NEW SECTION THEREl'O", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 753. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 754 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDInG SECTIOlIS I AnD 12 OF ORDINANCE NO. 343 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA KNOWN .ll.S THE \/ATER RATE ORDINANCE, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 374 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTED JAi'WARY 6,1938,", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 754. Motion by Counci~n Boucher, seconded by Counoilman lfugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 755 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AJ.lENDING SECTION 59 OF ORDINANCE NO. 728 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, REGULATHG TRAFFIC UPON THE PUBLIC STREEI'S, ADOPTED OCTOBER 5, 1948.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 755. Motion by Counci~n Klomp, that the bid for the furnishing of 5000 feet of 6 inch cast iron pipe of the National Cast Iron Pipe Company be accepted, and that contract in the amount of ~800.00 be awarded to said National Cast Iron Pipe Company, inasbmuch as theirs was the only flat bid received, that all other bids be and are hereby rejected and the City Clerk be directed to return bonds or certified checks to the unsuocessful bidders. Said motion was seconded by Counci~n Libby and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, lfugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Counoilman Klomp, that S. M. Lee, Water Superintendent, be authorized to negotiate the sale of an old billing machine for appr6ximately $150.00 to $200.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, ifugent and Russell NOES: None :1H1.4 Motion by Counci~n Klomp, that V. R. McMickell now employed as a temporary laborer ~n the Water Department, be appointed as Laborer in the Water Department under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, at the prevailing waee for this position. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None I Mayor Russell submitted the name of Mr. Dwight Stoner as a member of the City Planning Commission, to fill the unexpired term of C. R. Minton, resigned. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Mr. Dv/ight Stoner be appointed as a member of the Planning Commission to fill the vaoancy caused by the resignation of C. R. Minton, for the term ended April 28, 1950. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent that permiSSion be given to the Lions Club to provide benohes at bus stops and where benches would supply a convenience to the public in the City, and also that permission be given to use these benches as a medium of advertising. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Cali as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None I Motion by Counoilman Libby, that Mrs. Helen Miller and Mr. Eugene Wingard be re-appointed to the Recreation Commission for the terms ended February 1953, and Mr. Norval Dice be appointed to fill the vacanoy left ,by the resignation of Mrs. San Dona, for the term ending February, 1950. S~id motion was seconded ~ Counci~n Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as herein~fter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be' and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Fire Dept. -------------~- 2843 and 2844 Polioe Dept. ------------- 2242 to 2244 incl. Street Dept. ------------- 2852 to 2853 " Water Dept. -------------- 2687 to 2691 " Motion by Counci~n Boucher, that Warrants Nos. 996 to 1096 I inclusive, as .audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and di~ected to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Counci~n Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES : Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ATTEST: ~.t,k7 I I I I I lH1.b Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California February 15, 1949, 8:00 o'clock P.M. . The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and ment~oned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held February 1, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. Communication was read from Henry Grobmeier requesting renewal of lease of City owned property on the same terms and conditions as in past years. 'Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be authorized to draw up an agreement providing for the leasing of said property to Henry Grobmeier at $50.00 per year. Communication was read from the Holly Avenue Parent Teachers Association, requesting that a form of surfaCing other ,than decomposed granite, be considered on Holly Avenue safety walks. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent for consideration and report. Communication was read from Emil Steck, Jr., ex,tending the thanks of the Executive Board of the Hugo Reid Parent Teachers Association for the painting of the crosswalks surrounding the Hugo Reid School. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Mrs. Margaret Main regarding the throwing of raCing information into the streets and the consequent un- sightlY condition. The City Clerk was directed to write Mrs. Main and explain that the City is considering regulations which will prevent the recurrence of the throwing of racing forms on the streets at the next racing season, and also to advise that street sweeping in that locality has not been done because of the installation of sewers and the piles of mud and dirt on Holly Ave. Communication was read signed by 25 residents of various streets in Santa Anita Village requesting four way Stop Signs at Monte Verde Drive and Altura, and a two-way Stop Sign on Monte Verde at Monte Vista Dr. said communication contained the recommendation of the Chief of Police that these signs be posted. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be accepted, and that the Boulevard Stop Signs as above set forth, be installed. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Arcadia Lumber Company advising that after a survey had been made of their property on Front Street it was found one building and a fence extend on City property, and request- ing a lease from the City of a strip of land approximately 34 feet wide on Front St., for an extended time or on a year to year basis. Said matter was referred to the City Attorney with power to act. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending for denial the request of the Development Engineers for a zone variance to allow the operation of a Contractor's Yard on certain property in Zone R.,l. Communication was read from Mrs. Belle L. Grace in connection with the recommendation of the Planning Commission for denial of the re- quest for zone variance of the Development Engineers. Various people spoke on this matter. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission as above set forth, and the request of the Development Engineers for a zone variance to permit the operation of a Contractor's Yard in Zone R-l be and the same is hereby denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: \ AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing for denial the request of Del Hungerford to operate a childrens' :UUb amusement park on Huntington Drive near Fifth Ave. Said matter was tabled until the next regular meeting of the City Council to be held March 1, 1949. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing for denial the request of W. W. Fischer to divide a lot on Norman Ave. in Zone R-I-A. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted, and the request of W. W. Fischer to divide a lot be and the same is hereby denied. Communication was read from the employees 'of the Fire Depart- ment requesting the use of the Council Chambers on the evening of February 23, 1949, for the purpose of entertaining the San Gabriel Valley Firemans Assn. Motion by Councilman Buucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that tije request of the Fire Department for the use of the Council Chambers be approved. I Communication was read from the members of the Fire Depart- ment requesting assistance in defraying the cost of the refreshments to be served at their meeting with the San Gabriel Valley Firemans Association on Feb. 23, 1949, in the amount of $25.00. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the request of the employees of the Fire Department for $25.00 to assist in defraying the expense of the meeting'with the San Gabriel Valley Firemans Association on Feb. 23, 1949, be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Recommendations from the Water Department to the Personnel Board were read, recommending the permanent appointment under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, and that the salaries of the following employees in the Water Department be increased to the amount set opposite their respective names: " $194.00 as 194.00 194.00 of Mar. "Mar. " Mar. 24, 8, 8, 1949 1949 1949 Robert Nelson, Municipal Andrew Berkompas Leland Hanson, Laborer " Motion by Councilman Libby, that Robert Nelson, Andrew Berkompas and- Leland Hanson, Municipal Laborers in the Water Department, be given permanent appointment under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, and that their salaries be increased to $194.00 per month as of the dates specified in the recommendation of the Personnel Board. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that the work performed in Tract No.13544 consisting of grading, paving, curbs and gutters, west of San Carlos, has been completed in accordance with the plans and specifications of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the aforesaid work of improvement in Tract No.13544 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted. Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that the work performed in Tract No.14172 east of Sixth Avenue and South of Norman Ave., consisting of grading, curbs, gutters and paving, has been oompleted in aooordance-w~thothe.plana and specifications of the City of ~roadia. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the aforesaid work of improvement in Tract NO.14172 be and the same is hereby accepted and approved. Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that the work performed in Tract No.14656 West of San Carlos and North of Foothill Blvd., consisting of grading, curbs, gutters and paving, has been completed- in accordance with the plans and specifications of the Ci ty of Arcadia. I Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the aforesaid work of improvement. in Tract No.14656 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted. Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that M. C. ~emons, Equipment Operator Laborer in the Street Department, has worked 26 hours overtime placing lanterns on various streets. Motion by Councilman Libby, that M. C. Lemons, Equipment Operator-Laborer" be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis. I I I :1817 Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police advising of the necessity of remodeling the radio repair room and submitting es- timates of the work proposed to be done. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the city Engineer be authoriz- ed to let contracts for the electrical installations for $160.00 and painting for $75.00 as requested in Chief Cahill's letter. Said motion was eeconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Treasurer requesting per- mission to purchase a Royal typewriter for use in her office. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Treasurer be authoriz- ed to ~urchase a typewriter for use in her office, in the amount of $165.28. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1830 en- ti tled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AWARD- ING CONTRACT FOR CERTAIN WORK AND IMPROVEMENT ON A PORTION OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1830 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call s.s follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1835 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, FIXING COMPENSATION OF EMPLOYEES OF SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Resolution No.1835 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call s.s follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1836 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DETER- MINING THE NATURE, LOCATION AND EXTENT OF THE PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION OF CONCRETE CURBS AND GUTTERS, CONCRETE SIDEWALKS AND OIL MACADAM PAVEMENT ON PORTIONS OF ELDORADO STREET, FANO STREET, GENOA STREET, AND ALICE STREET, AND SANTA ANITA AVENUE (EAST LANE), IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DE- FINING THE BOUNDARIES OR EXTENT OF THE DISTRICT OR LANDS TO BE SPECIALLY ASSESSED TO PAY THE COST THEREOF AND determining tHE STATUTE UNDER WHICH SAID PROCEEDINGS SHALL BE CONDUCTED." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1836 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1837 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROV- ING THE REPORT OF THE CITY ENGINEER OF SAID CITY IN THE MATTER OF THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT OF ELDORAKDO STREET, FANO STREET, GENOA STREET, ALICE STREET, AND SANTA ANITA AVENUE (EAST LANE), IN SAID CITY AND PRO- VIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE AND MATURITY OF AND RATE OF INTEREST UPON BONDS TO BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT UNPAID ASSESSMENTS FOR SAID PROPOSED IMPROVE- MENT." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1837 8S read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1838 en- :1818 titled: nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING THE REPORT OF THE CITY ENGINEER, AND APPROVING, THE MAP OF THE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT IN THE MATTER OF PROPOSED LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO.1." The provisions of said Resolution were then discuSsed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1838 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell I NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution" of Inten- tion No. 1839 entitled: nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO FORtI A LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT, WHICH DISTRICT IS TO PAY THE COST AND EXPENSES FOR THE MAIN- TENANCE AND OPERATION OF A STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM NOW INST.AT,T:Rfl ON . PORTIONS OF SANTA ANITA AVENUE, OAKWOOD DRIVE, FIRST AVENUE AND ORANGE GROVE AVENUE IN SAID CITY, AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO THE FORMATION OF SAID DISTRICT OR TO THE EXTENT THEREOF.n The provisions of said Reeolution of Intention were then discussed. Councilman Bouoher moved the adoption of Resolution of Inten- tion No. 1839 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Klomp and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russel-l NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1840 entitled: nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA I APPROVING THE REPORT OF THE CITY ENGINEER, A}ill APPROVING THE MAP OF THE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT IN THE MATTER OF PROPOSED LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO.2. n . The provisions of said Resolution were then disnussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1840 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Klomp and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention No. 1841 entitled: nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TEE CITY OF ARCADIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO FORM A LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT, WHICH DISTRICT IS TO PAY THE COST A}ill EXPENSES' FOR THE MAIN- TENANCE AND OPERATION OF A STREEI' LIGHTING SYSTEM NOW INSTALLED ON PORTIONS OF SANTA ANITA AVENUE, OAKWOOD AVENUE, WILSON AVENUE A}ill VIRGINIA DRIVE IN SAID CITY, AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO THE FORMATION OF SAID DISTRICT OR TO THE EXTENT THEREOF.n The provisions of said Resolution of Intention were then disoussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution of Inten- tion No. 1841 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I I AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 752 entitled: nAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING A PERMANENT EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE' NO. 439 OF SUD CITY, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.n, be given its seoond and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinanoe No. 752. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 752. Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Libby and oarried, on Roll Call.. as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Counoilman Libby and unanimously oarried, that proposed Ordinance No. 753 entitled: nAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 276 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, REGULATING PUBLIC DANCE HALLS, DANCE CLUBS 'A}ill PUBLIC DANCES WITIIIN SAID CITY, ADOPTED JULY 5, 1933, AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 369 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED NO~BER 30, 1937, BY ADDING A JiEW SECTION THERETO.", be given its seoond and final reading. I The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Counoilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Libby and unanimously oarried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinanoe No. 7'1;. , I 1819 Councilman Klomp moved the adoption or Ordinance No. 753. Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinanoe No. 755 entitled: nAN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADU AME}illING SEX:TION 59 OF ORDINANCE NO. 728 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULATING TRAFFIC UPON THE PUBLIC STREEl'S, ADOPTED OCTOBER 5, 1948.^, be given its seoond and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Counoilman Klomp, seoonded by Councilman Libby and unanimOUSly carried, that the City Counoil waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 755. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 755. Said motion was seconded ~ Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Counoilman Bouoher, seoonded by Counoi1man Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinanoe No. 756 entitled, "AN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 728, OF THE CITY OF ARCADU, KNOWN AS THE TRAFFIC ORDINANCE, ADOPTED OCTOBER 5, 1948, ~ AMENDING SECTION 80 THEREOF.n, be introduoed and read in full. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that proposed Ordinance No. 757 en- titled: IIAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 323 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA BY ADDING A NEW SECTION THERETO TO BE KNOWN AS AND lmMBERED SECTION 43A.n, be introduced and read in full Said motion was seconded by Counoilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None NOT VOTING: Councilman Bouoher Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to refund the sum of i93.22 to Carmela Cambianica being liquor license taxes for the years 1945-46, 1946-47, 1947-48 and 1948-49'illega11y assessed. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the sum of $93.22 be refunded Carmela Camibianica for illegally assessed liquor lioense taxes. paid in the years 1945-46, 1946-47, 1947-48 and 1948-~9. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, KJ.omp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communioation was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to make the following changes on the Personal Property Assessment Roll: Reduce assessment of Grover O'Connell from $7200.00 to $5400.00. 1948-49 - $24.84 Reduoe assessment of D. Samet 1946-47 $450.00 - 1947-48 $450.00- 1948-49 $500.00 - $22.38 Reduoe assessment of H. Cooper 1947-46 $1000.00 - $14.60 Cancel assessment of R. Cooper 1947-48 $7.30 Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the City Clerk to make the aforesaid ohanges on the Personal Property Assessment Roll be granted, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to make the followinb ohanges on the 1948-49 Tax Roll: Assess. No. 6281 - Harold K. Carter - Canoe1 $1000.00 Veterans exemption. Assess. No. 7807 Ray Robinson, Jr., Canoel $100.00 Personal Proper~y tax, $1.29 Assess. Nos. 3263, 6420, 6436, b590, 6605', 6696,.6711, 6957, 6993, 7374 and 7389. Cancel taxes 9126.51 and Weeds $134.00. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the request of the City Clerk be approved, and that the aforesaid ohanges be and the same are hereby approved, subject.to the approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc llmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby,. Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be authorized to have the 6-inch riveted steel pipe on California Street ..LO....v replaced with 6-inch cast iron pipe between Santa Anita Avenue and First Avenue, at a cost not to exoeed $900.00. ' Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Couno ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None . , Mot10n by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be authorized to extend the pipe on Colorado Blvd. from Santa Rosa Rd. to Colorado Plaoe, at a cost not to exoeed $975.00. Said motion was seconded by Counoilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Mot10n by Councilman Boucher, seoonded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously Carried, that the City Clerk be instructed to call for bids on the furnishing of one one-ton piCkup truck, said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'olock P.M., March 15, 1949. Motion by Counoilman Bouoher, that all bids covering the furn- ishing of gasoline to the City of Arcadia for the period beginning Feb. 18, 1949 and ended Feb. 17, 1950, be and the same are hereby rejeoted, exoept the' bid of the Riohfield Oil Company, and that contract therefor be and the same is hereby awarded to Riohfield Oil Company in aooo~noe with their bid of $0.171 per gallon for Standard Gasoline and $0.186 per gallon for Premium Gasoline. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: ' AYES: NOES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None - . I Motion by Councilman Bouoher, that all bids covering the improvement of a portion of Huntington Drive from Santa Anita Ave. to San Rafael Rd. with sidewalks, be and the same are hereby rejected exoept the bid of Servioe Construction Company, and that contraot therefor be and the same is hereby awarded to said Servioe Construction Company in aocordance with their bid in the amount ot $3628.40. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Nugent and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None . Motion by Councilman Bouoher, that the Matron in the Polioe Department be paid 95t per hour, but not less than $500 for each call. Said motion was seconded by Counoilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I City Attorney Cornyn presented for approval proposed lease between the City of Arcadia and L. C. Marshburn oovering the leasing of certain City owned land, for a rental of $724.00 per year, said lease to terminate December 31, 1949. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seoonded by Councilman Klomp and unanimOUSly oarried, that the proposed lease as set forth above, be and 1s hereby approved, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized and direoted to execute s~id lease on behalf of the City of Arcadia. . Motion by Counc1lman lfugent, that Warrants Nos. 1097 to 1192 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and direoted to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: Street.Dept. ------------ 2854 to 2856 Incl. Fire Dept. -------------- 2845 and 2846 Police Dept. ------------ 2245 to 2249 Incl. Water Dept. ------------- 2692 to 2698 II Motion by Counoilman Boucher, seoonded by Counoilman Nugent and carried, tbat the meeting adjourn. 1821 ATTEST: I -<il:rry I Counoil Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, Calif. March 1, 1949, Ajeo o'olook P. M. The City Counoil of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned plaoe, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESEl~: Counoilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell ABSENT: Counoilmen Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seoonded by Counoilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held. February 15, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Counoil for hearing in the matter of the proposed annexation of certain uninhabited territory as set forth in Resolution No. 1834. No one appeared to protest annexation and there were no written protests. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Counoil approve the petition of Winchester Cooley and. Hattie C. Iler, and that the City Attorney be instruoted to prepare and submit an Ordinanoe approving annex- ation to the City of Arcadia of the territory described in said petition. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Bouoher and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Communication was read from S. B. Barnes, Consulting Engineer, aoting for Paul Kingsbury, Arohitect, deceased, advising of the oompletion of the new City Hall building in compliance with plans, speoifications and change orders, and suggesting the Notioe of Completion be filed. Motion by Counoilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be authorized and directed to execute and record in the name of and on behalf of the City of Aroadia Notice of Completion oovering the construotion of the City Hall building. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counoilman Nugent Petition waS read signed by ten residents of Oak View Lane requesting the improvement of Oak View Lane by the oonstruction of a cast iron water distribution line, with appurtenanoes, waiving the investigation prooeedings, and requesting the improvement be taken under the Improvement Act of 1911. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the request of the residents of Oak View Lane for the oonstruotion of a water distribution line be approved, and 'that the City Attorney be direoted to prepare.the necessary Resolution covering. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Bouoher and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counoilman Nugent Communioation was read from ten merohants operatlng businesses in nMarketowne~ requesting the installatlon of a Pedestrian Crosswalk and a street 11ght on Las Tunas Drive. Communlcation was read from the Chief of Police attaohing a diagram and reoommending the placlng of a crosswalk with a 1lght overhead, adjaoent to Marketowne. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the reoommendation of the Chief of Polloe be aocepted, and that orosswalk and overhead street.light be installed as outlined in the diagram submitted. 1.822 Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows :" AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Communication was read from the Board of Supervisors of Los Angeles County advising of an order adopted on February 15th referring to the County Health Department the resolution of the City of Arcadia regarding the enforcement of laws and regulations relating to public health by the County Health offioer within the City of Aroadia. Said oommunioation was ordered filed. I Communioation was read from the Santa Anita Village Community Assooiation advising of the prooeedings of their meeting held February 18, 1949 relative to zoning in the locality of Santa Anita Village. .Said oommunication was referred to the Planning Commission for their consideration. Communication was read from Clyde Beatty Cirous requesting per- mission to operate a Circus 1n the City of Arcadia on Tuesday, March 29, 1949. Mot ion by Couno llma.n given permission to hold a one 29, 1949. Klomp, that the Clyde Beatty Circus be day Cirous in the City of Aroadia on March Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Couno ilmen Nugent Communication was read from the Metropolitan Hotel Supply Company requesting a duplioate payment of their City business lioense for 1946 in the amount of $1,.70 be. refunded. I Motion. ~ Councilman Bouoher, that the request of the Metro- politan Hotel Supply Company be approved, and the City Clerk be and is d1rected to draw warrant in the amount of $1,.70 oovering said refund. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Klomp and oarr1ed on Roll Call as follows: ,AYES: Counoilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSEI~: Couno 1lman Nugent Communioation was read from August J. Piette advising that business Lioense No. 10138 oovering the sale of,Raoing Information, and in the amount of $600.00, had been used above a month, and requesting a refund. Motion by Counoilman Klomp, that the request of August J. Piette for refund of a portion of City business Lioense No. 101,8 be denied. I Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSEl~: C01.UlO ilman Nugent Communication was read from James C. Bone and John G. Gaffney, Attorneys, for Robert H. Mitohell, submitting,a claim for damages alleging injury to the automobile of said Robert H. Mitohell because of an improper- ly filled sewer ditoh. Motion ~ Counoilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that said matter be referred to the City Attorney for 1nvest1gat10n and report. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending for approval the request of the Southern California Baptist ConventiOn for the vacation of the alley adjaoent to Lots 68 to 72 inol. Traot No. 7820 . Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and ,I unanimously carried, that the reoommendation of the Planning Commission be approved, and the City Attorney be 1nstruoted to draw the neoessary Orinance oovering the vacation and abandonment of said alley. . Commun1oat10n was read from the Plann1ng Commission reoommending for den1al the request of Grover W. Humes to d1vide a lot at 150 E. Duarte Road, w1th a frontage of less than 75 feet. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City.Counoil acoept the reoommendation of the Planning Commission, and the request of Grover W. Humes to divide a lot at 150 E. Duarte Road be and the same is hereby denied. I I I I :LR2:J Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Communioation was read from the Planning Commission reoommending for approval the request of Fred G. Albert to divide a lot at 429 W. Lemon Ave., size 60 x 384 feet, with a frontage of less than 75 feet. Motion by Counc ilman. Klomp, that the City Counoil aooept the reoommendation of the Planning Commission, and the request of Fred G. Albert to divide his lot be and the same is hereby approved. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Communioation was read from the Planning Commission reoommending for denial the request of James Brown, 1126 S. Tenth Avenue to divide and sell a lot 50 x 300 feet, with a frontage of less than 75 feet. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council aooept the reoommendation of the Planning Commission, and the request of James Brown to divide and sell a lot at 1126 S. Tenth Avenue be and the same is hereby denied. Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Couno ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: '. None ABSENT: Counoilman Nugent Communication was read from the Planning Commission reoommending for approval the request of W. L. Orsburn to divide a lot 50 x 150 feet, with a frontage of less than 75 feet. Motion by Counoilman Klomp that the City Council approve the reoommendation of the Planning ~ommission, and the request of'W. L. Orsburn to divide a lot 50 x 150 feet be and the same is hereby approved. Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Libby and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Couno ilman Nugent Communication was read from t he Planning Commission reoommending for approval the request of Alfred Grimble, 1511 S. Tenth Avenue to divide lots on Camino Real with frontages less than 75 feet. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council approve the re- oommendation of the Planning Commission, and the request of Alfred Grimble to divide lots on Camino Real with frontages of less than 75 feet, be and the same is hereby approved. Said motion was seconded by Counoilman Libby and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc ilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Couno 11man Nugent Communioation was read from the Planning Commission reoommending an extension of 30 days be granted oovering the oonstruotion of a motel, etc. on Colorado Plaoe, as set out in Ordinance No. 735 granting the zone varianoe. Motion by Councilman"Klomp that the City Counoil approve the reoommendation of the Planning ~ommission, and the request of Vern R. Huok for an extension of 30 days in the time of starting oonstruction of the Motel, eto., on Colorado Plaoe, be and the same is hereby approved, said Ordinanoe to be amended,aocordingly. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Boucher and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counoilman Nugent Communioation was read from the Planning Commission reoommending for approval the request of the Riohfield 011 Corporation and the Aroadia Monrovia Realty to widen portions of Santa Anita Ave. and Duarte Road Motion by Councilman Klomp; that the City Counoil aooept the reoommendation of the Planning Commission and the request of the Rioh- field Oil Corporation and Arcadia Monrovia Realty to widen portions of Santa Anita Ave. and Duarte Road be approved, subjeot to the dedication 1_824 by the owner of 10 feet additional width for street purposes. Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Boucher and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Couno ilman Nugent The City Clerk presented and read communioation from the Planning Commission,.reoommending for denial the request of Del Hungerford to I operate a ohildren's amusement park in Zones C-2 and M-l, action of whioh was deferred at the regular meeting of the Counoil held February 15, 1949. Motion by Counoilman Klomp~ that the City Counoil approve the reoommendation of the Planning Commission, and that the request of Del Hungerford to operate a children's amusement park in ZOnes C-2 and M-l be and the same is hereby denied. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Bouoher, l.'1.omp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Couno ilman Nugent Communioation was read from the Chief of Polioe recommending the plaoing of a refleotor on the south ourb of the north portion of West Huntington Drive at the dead end of California Ave. and also the painting of tbe curb at the dead end of California Ave. in blaok and white stripes. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be approved, and the installation of the refleotor and the diagonal painting of the curb at the dead end of California Ave. be authorized. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Hone ABSENT: Couno ilman Nugent Communioation was read from the City Engineer advising that the work oonsisting of paving and resurfaoing of First Avenue, Oakwood Lane, Syoamore Ave. and Woodland Lane, has be'en completed in aocordanoe with t~e plans and speoifications of the City of Aroadia. Motion by Councilman Bouoher, seoonded by Councilman Libby and unanimously oarried, that the aforesaid work of improvement be and the same is hereby approved and accepted. Communioation was read from the Personnel Board advising of the- expiration of the term of Victor J. Wagoner as a member of the Personnel Board. Motion by Councilman Libby, seoonded by Counoilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that Victor J. Wagoner be reappointed-as a member of the Personnel Board for the four year term ended March 31, 1953. Communioation was read from the City hhgineer, submitting a list of overtime for employees in the Street Department for the month of February 1949: I Steve L. Stevens ---------- 10 Charles Boyd -------------- 12 Eldon Frazier ------------- 20 Jos. R. Myers ------------- 22 Roy Miller ---------------- 20 Wilton S. Knight ---------- 11 Anist Mussaohia ----------- 10 hours " " n II n n _ Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the above mentioned employees in the Street Department be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Klomp and oarried on Roll Call ae follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSE~: Counoilman Nugent Communioation was read from the Water Superintendent, submitting a list of hours of overtime for employees in the Water Department for the month of February 1949, as follows: Andrew Berkompas ---------- John J. Cox ----~---------- John Frazier -------------- Leland Hanson ------------- John Herrin --------------- Owen L. Hibarger ---------- Edwin HightQn ------------- Jolm J. Markel ------------ V. R. MoMickell ----------- Robert Nelson ------------- Thos. B. Poyner ----------- II hours 2i n 9 20 20 20 11 2~ 8 23! II Manuel Ramierz Joseph F. Rose John E. Thomas Louis Wolf ------- 34 11 2! 2 Hrs n n n I II n n n II " " " I I I 1825 Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Bouoher and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counc llmen BouChel', Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSEifl': Counoilman Nugent Communioation was read from the Finanoe Committee of the Fire Department extending their thanks to the Council for the financial assistano in defraying the expense of the recent meeting of the San Gabriel Valley Firemans Assooiation. Said oommunioation was ordered filed. Communioation was read from the Department of Reoreation request- ing payment be made to H. T. Alumbaugh in the amount of $66.00 for square danoe instruotion on the evenings of January 21, 28 and February 4, 11, 18 and 25, 1949. . Motion by Councilman Libby, that the City Council approve the payment of ~66.00 to H. T. Alumbaugh for danoe instruction in January and February 1949. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Couno ilmen Bouoher, Klomp , Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Couno ilman Nugent Communioation was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to canoel Unseoured Personal Property tax of H. S. Swift, $117.61 for the year 1946-47, since this tax had been paid in Oregon. Motion by Counci~n Libby, that the request of the City Clerk to oancel Unseoured Personal Property tax of $117.61, H. S. Swift, be granted, subjeot to tr~ approval of , the City Attorney. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Bouoher and oarried on Roll Call as follows: ' AYES: Counoilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counoilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution" No. 1842 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUnCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DESIGNATING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN INTERSECTIONS OF PUBLIC STREETS IN. SAID CITY AS STOP INTERSECTIONS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAINING OF nSTOP StGNS" .AT CERTAIN ENTRANCES THERETO. n The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Counoilman Bouoher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1842 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1843 entitled: nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR EXPENDITURE OF GAS TAX ALLOCATED FOR MAJOR CITY STREETS. n The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Counoilman Bouoher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1843 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1844 entitled: "A RESOLUTIOH OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DIRECTING CONSIDERATION BY THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION OF CERTJ\IN CHANGES ON THE PROPOSED LAND USE PLAN (ZONING ORDINANCE), INCLUDING A MAP THEREOF, AND RELATED MATTERS. n The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Counoilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1844 as read. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSEi~: Counoilman Nugent Motion ~ Counoilman Klomp, seoonded by Counoilman Libby and unanimously oarried, that proposed Ordinance No. 754 entitled: nAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AME}illING SECTIONS ONE (1) MID TWELVE (12) OF ORDINANCE NO. 343 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADU, KNOWN AS THE WATER RATE ORDINANCE, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 374 OF 1~~ti THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JANUARY 4, 1938, AND ORDINANCE NO. 381 OF- SAID CITY, ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 6, 1938", be given its seoond and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Counoilman Libby and unanimously oarried, that the City Counoil waive the final reading of the body of Ordinanoe No. 754. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 754. Said motion was seoonded by Counoilman Libby and oarried on Roll Call as follows: . ' I AYES: Counoilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSE~~: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Counoilman Boucher, seoonded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 756 entitled; nAN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA; AME}illING ORDINANCE NO. 728 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, KNOWN AS THE TRAFFIC ORDINANCE, ADOPTED OCTOBER 5, 1948, BY AMENDING SECTION 80 THEREOF.", be given its seoond and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Bouoher, seoonded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously oarried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinanoe No. 756. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 756. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen-Bouoher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Counoilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 757 entitled; nAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 323 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA BY ADDING A HEN SECTION THEREl'O TO BE KNOWN AS AND NUMBERED SECTION 43A.n, be given its seoond and final reading. I The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously oarried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinanoe No. 757. Counoilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinanoe No. 757. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell - NOES: None ABSENT: Couno ilman Nugent Motion by Counoilman Klomp, that proposed Ordinanoe No. 759 entitled: nAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS nWEST ARCADIA ANNEX NO~ 4n, be introduoed and read in full. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Bouoher and oarried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Hussell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc ilman Nugent I Motion by Counoilman Klomp, that inasmuoh as the petitioners, Winchester Cooley and Hattie C. Iller have oonsented to the conditions imposed by the Planning Commission as to setbaok line on Baldwin Avenue, the dedioation of a five foot strip on the Naomi frontage, establishing of parking faoilities and removal of the store building on the Baldwin Avenue frontage, that the Council reoord its favorable attitude towards extending to the property proposed to be annexed by the provisions of Ordinanoe NO. 759, the uses oontemplated in the present C-2 zone. Said motion was seoonded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counc tlman Nugent City Attorney dornyn presented for the approval of the City Counoil renewal of lease of oertain City owned property by and between the City of Arcadia and Henry Grobmeier. I Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Counoilman Bouoher and unanimously oarried, that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are auth- orized and direoted to sign said lease on behalf of the City of Aroadia. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seoonded by Counoilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be direoted to oall for bids covering the improvement of a portion of Sycamore Avenue with oil maoadam pavement, said bids to be opened Maroh 15, 1949, at 8:00 o'clock P.M. I 1827 Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Warrants Nos. 1193 to 1295 inclusive as audited and allowed by the Finanoe Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. . Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Counoilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Couno ilman Nugent Motion by Counoilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions fOr materials and supplies as here- inafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby auth- orized and directed to issue purchase orders oovering: Polioe Dept. -------------- 2250, 2901 and 2902 Fire Department ----------- 2847 to 2850 incl. Street Dept. -------------- 2857 to 2859 incl. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seoonded by Councilman Klomp and oarried, that the meeting adjourn. ~?~ ATTEST: I ~/ ~ - ~n~ I I Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, .California March 15, 1949, 8:00 O'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of March I, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the purchase of a one-ton Pickup truck, as follows: Jerry Knoll - one ton Pickup truck with body model No. FC-253 in the amount of ---------------------- $1669.90 Motors - one ton 1949 Ford 6 Cyl. Ford Pickup truck in the amount of --------- 1806.75 (Plus Sales Tax) Santa Anita Said bids were referred to the City Engineer with instructions to investigate and report his recommendations at the regular Council meeting to be held April 5, 1949. . The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the improvement of a portion of Sycamore Avenue, as follows: Macadam Pavement Premix Pavement American Asphalt Paving Co. Reuel K. Attwood A-I Paving Co. $ 997.50 1938.00 1938.00 $ 1168.50 2052.00 1938.00 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer for report later in the meeting. The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing in the matter of intention to form a lighting district on Santa Anita Ave., Oakwood Drive, First Avenue and Orange Grove Ave., to be known as District No.2, pursuant to the prOVisions of Resolution of Intention No. 1841. There were no written or verbal protests. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be authorized to proceed with the necessary work. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None 1.828 The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing in the matter of intention to form a lighting district on Santa Anita Ave., Oakwood Dri~e, First Avenue and Orange Grove Ave., to be known as District No.1, pursuant to the provisions of Resolution of Intention No. 1839. There were no written or verbal.protests. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be and is hereby authorized to proceed with the necessary work. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication from Burke, Marshall & Burke regarding Arcadia v. Petrovich and Great Western Surety Co. et aI, enclosing brief filed on behalf of the City of .Arcadia, was read. Motion by CounciLman Boucher, be referred to the City Attorney. man Klomp and carried on Roll Call that this communication and brief Said motion was seconded by Council- as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., relative to the installation of steel poles by the Southern California Edison Co. in the Rancho and Village, and offering for sale 12 metal standards complete, for the sum of $826.19, to he used as replacements and main- tenance of present existing standards in the Village. Motion by Councllman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimouslY carried, that said communication be referred to the City Engineer for further consideration and recommendation. Communication was read from Mrs. Edwin C. Osborn thanking the Council for their prompt handling of the traffic problems and the placing of Stop Signs at Altura, Monte Verde and Monte Vista Rd., which the residents feel will take care of their traffic problems, and compliment- ing Chief Cahill for his speedy appraisal and response to their request. I Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from the American Red Cross, Arcadia Chapter, re- questing permission to list the Arcadia City Hall as a shelter in event of disaster, was read. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that permission be given to the Arcadia Red Cross for the use in event of disaster, of certain portions of the City Hall building as prescribed by the City Council, and that the City Clerk be authorized to assist the representative of the Arcadia Red Cross in any manner possible. Communication was read from the ImperIal Exposition requesting permission to exhibit their Show and equipment for one week, starting March 14, 1949, on the show grounds located on Huntington Drive near Fourth Ave. I Motion hy Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimOUSly carried, that the request of the Imperial Exposition be ya~e~ Communication was read from the Holly Avenue Parent Teachers Assn. relative to the black top surfacing of Safety Walks on both sides of Holly Ave. from Duarte to Longden Ave. ed be Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the safety walks and that weed exterminator be used to kill all weeds, levelled and put in first-class condition. be recondition- that the walks Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bo~cher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from Weber Baking Co. requesting refund of duplicate payment of business License No. 266, and cancellation of License Plate No. 144, was read. I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Weber Baking Co. be refunded duplicate payment in the amount of $12.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouqher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from John Frank, requesting refund of unused portion of business license No. 10561. . I I I i829 Motion by Councilman Boucher, that refund in the amount of $7.50' representing 75% of the unused portion of the above mentioned license, be made. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from Philip Meyers requesting refund of unused portion of business License ~o. 367. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that refund in the amount of $7.87 representing 75~ of the unused portion of the above mentioned license, be made. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES:, None Communication was read from Kathrine L. Higginbotham requesting permiSSion to move the all-metal frozen food stand from the Northwest corner of First and Alta St. to the Southwest corner of First and Alta St. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that this communication be referred to the Planning Commission for their consideration. Communication was read from the Arcadia Horse Owners Assn. stating that their organization was organized for the purpose of promoting among the citizens an understanding regarding the handling, care and ownership of horses, and stating they wish to be of service to the community in any way possible. ' Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Joseph E. Ronstad requesting permission to remove one tree located in front of his office at 2636 Baldwin Ave. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the request of Mr. Ronstad be denied. Communication was read from Rotary International Community Service Committee and the Los Angeles County American Legion Committee, request- ing permission to place dual placards on light posts at main inter- sections, the theme of which would be nWatch out for Kids", as part of their Operation Safety campaign. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that permission be granted as above, provided that the signs be also taken down by the Rotary International and the Legion at the conclusion of the campaign. Communication was read from the Los Angeles Turf Club, Inc., requesting permission to remove the Flowering Peach trees which are now growing in the parkways along Colorado Blvd. and Huntington Dr. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the Street Superin- tendent with authority to act. Communication was read from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce requesting the attached Proclamation be passed by the Council, declar- ing the week of March 21,1949 as "Arcadia Chamber of Commerce Annual Membership Week". Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the request of the Chamber of Commerce as above set forth, be granted. Communication was read from the Chamber of Commerce stating that various Service and Civic organizations, merchants and others, were sponsoring the first Peach Blossom Festival day to be held March 26th, along with the dedication ceremonies at the new City Hall as part of the program, and requesting that Saturday March 26, 1949, be declared a public holiday in the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimOUSly carried, that the Arcadia City Council proclaim Saturday, March 26th, 1949, as the date for the first annual Arcadia Peach Blossom Festival, and urge all citizens to cease their labors and participate actively in the program of entertainment. Communication was read from the Citrus Junior College requesting permission to use the City '3aseball diamond for the playing of Southern California Baseball Tournament April 7, 8 and 9, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this communication.be referred to the Recreation Commission with the recommendation that the Citrus Junior College request be approved if it does not conflict with the schedule of the Recreation Program.in any way. ~ 1~;.)U The City Clerk presented and read Petition for opening Seventh Avenue, showing a total of 39 signatures representing 38 parcels out of a total of 55, of 72.4% of the area affected, as being in favor of the opening. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the petition be approved and that the City Engineer and City Attorney be instructed to proceed with the necessary proceedings. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Plann- ing Commission for denial of the request of Melvin Klagues, 1515 So. First Ave. to divide a lot 54 x 15B.36 feet, be sustained. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Plann- ing Commission for approval of the request of WID. M. Mays, 1215 S. Tenth Ave., to divide three lots 50 x 150 feet, be sustained. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Plann- ing Commission for denial of the request of Mrs. Irene C. Hadley, 340 LeRoy Ave. to sell a ten foot strip of her vacant lot to a neighbor, be sustained. AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Plann- ipg Commission for denial of the request of Harry Ward to divide and sell three 60 foot lots on EI Monte Ave. near Palm Dr. be sustained. Sai~ motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending for approval tentative map of Tract No. 15582, with the understanding that the setback is to be established and graduated starting with 40 feet on the West end of the Tract to approximately 30 feet on the East end of the Tract. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the re- commendation of the Planning Commission, and tentative map of Tract No. 15582 subject to the above mentioned setbacks, be approved. , . Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending the vacation of Historia Road and the approval of the tentative map of Tract No. 159a3, subject to La Rosa Road and Encanto Drive being extended to Michillinda Ave. instead of being dead end as shown on the map. Communication was read from the City Engineer regarding approval of Tract No. 15928 by the Planning Commission, said Tract situated South of the Eaton property and to the East of Michillinda Ave. The plan proposes to dedicate to the City 15 feet along the Rancho property and abutting on the East side of Michillinda for street and highway purposes. Approximately 12 feet of this ground will be used for parkways and sidewalk area, and the other three feet for the travelling public. According to City Ordinance the subdivider is supposed to pave and improve all streets offered for dedication. In this instance they would be required to pave and gutter a portion that will come within the highway proper. Two feet on the portion that is within the highway limits will be up to the City to maintain, the balance of the roadway being wholly within the County area and should be turned over to the County for the maintenance of this part of the roadway. I Motion by Co~cilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission, that Historia Road be vacated and approval be given tentative map of Tract No. 15928 on the conditions set forth above. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I I I :1831 AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Co'uncilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimo1lsly carried, that the communication of the City Engineer be referred to the city Attorney so that appropriate steps might be taken by the' Ci ty to arrange for proper dedication of the necessary property for street purposes, and to arrange if possible, for maintenance of the portion of the completed street within the City by the County Road Department. ' Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending, for approval the request of J. E. Ronstad to sell lots on Woodruff Place having frontages of 54.2 Teet and 59.99 feet. , Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission and the request of J. E. Ronstad as above set forth, be and is hereby approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen ~oucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Planning Commission attaching a letter from Mr. and Mrs. Howard Scott protesting the commerci~l use of a hay barn at 701 E. Longden Ave. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communication was read from the Planning Commission in regard to a communication from Santa Anita Village Community Association, protesting further business development in the block bounded by Huntington Drive, Portola Dr., Cortez Road and Sunset Blvd., and requesting the repeal of Ordinance No. 477. The Commission found no grounds for repeal of the Ordinance and recommended the zone variance stand as is. ' Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted, and the protest and request for repeal of Ord- inance No. 477 by the Santa Anita Village Community Association, be denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: A'iES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the City Engineer attaching petition and blueprint showing proposed lighting district from Huntington Drive South 0 n Bal dwi nAve. to the Sou therl y 11 ne of Camino Real. The petitioners requested that the City of Arcadia arrange for lights in this business district similar to those installed in other business districts in'the City, with the understanding the Edison Company install steel poles at the expense of the property owners, and that the City furnish 6000'lumen lights on said poles, there being approximately 32 poles involved. ' . Motion by Councilman goucher, that the City Council approve the petition for the proposed lighting district, and that the City Engineer and the City Attorney be and are instructed to proceed with the necessary proceedings. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Engineer requesting overtime payment for Jos. J. Cryan. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Jos. J. Cryan be paid for 8 hours overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by, Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NO ES: None Communication was read from the City Engineer requesting leave of absence from the City from April lath to approximately May 10, 1949. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the request of the City Engineer be granted, said leave to be'without pay. Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that in the future City employees including Police Officers, who are required by subpoena to appear as witnesses in Court during hours they are not on duty, shall be paid the sum of $1.50 per hour for the actual time required to be spent in Court, with a daily minimum allowance of two hours and a daily maximum allowance of five hours, provided that any claim for such compensation in excess of the daily minimum shall be approved by the City Attorney prior to payment. 1r;0~ Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board as above set forth, be and the same is hereby approved. Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending to the City Council that any employee in the Building Department doing supervisory work be given an additional $10.00 per month salary, and recommending also that Mr. A. 1.. Daniels, Assistant Building Inspector, now doing this type of work, be given an additional $10.00 pe: month. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the recommendation of the I Personnel Board be accepted, and A. L. Daniels, Asst. Building In- spectorJ be ~iven an increase in salary' of' $IO.OO, per month, effective March lb, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Council~an Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Personnel Board advising that they now have eligible lists on the following position classifications: Patrolman Roseman Assistant Building Inspector Equipment Operator-Laborer Said commUnication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that a new position classification "Street Foremen" be set up and an examin- ation be called, the salary for this position classification to be $235.00 to $282.00 per month, plus the $25.00 per month cost of living increase. . , I Motion by Councilman Libby, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board as above stated, be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: . Councilmen 90ucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Recommendations were submitted by the Personnel Board on the following salary adjustments in accordance with the Wage Guide Plan as per Resolution No. 1829 as follows: EFFECTIVE Fred L. Shafer, Sgt. Police Dept.- Salary increased to j253.00 Mar. 6, 1949 Wayne Moore, Patrolman " " " " 235.00 Mar. I, 1949 Leonard B. Moyer, Fire Dept. " " 22~.00 Mar. 1, 1949 F. L. Morrow, Street Dept. n n 21 .00 Mar. I, 1949 Mitchell C. Lemons n n " " 23 .00 Mar. I, 1949 Chris Arpagus " " " " 228.00 Mar. I, 1949 Charles Weiss n " " n 209.00 Mar. 1, 1949 Geo. Thompson, Mechanic " n 2~5.00 Mar. I, 1949 Fred C. Post, Asst. Bldg. Inspt. " " 2 0.00 Mar. I, 1949 Motion by Councilman Libby that the recommendation of the Personnel I Board for the adjustment of the above mentioned salaries be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police relative to com- plaint registered by residents in the vicinity of Golden We'st and Encanto, also from Mrs. L. E. Meyers at 800 Monte Verde, regarding paint- ing of double line down center of Golden West Ave. Chief Cahill recom- mended that a single line should be painted on Golden West Ave. to keep motorists on their side of the street, and that a white line be con- tinued from the center of Golden West Ave., curving into important \ streets, to keep motoristr from cutting sharp corners, 'thereby preventing accidents. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimOUSly carried, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be accepted. Communication was read from Chief of Police Cahill explaining the importance of painting red zones on crosswalks on both sides of the street on Huntington Drive near the Market Basket and across the street I near the Arcade, and also pointing out the necessity of entirely obliterating the old white lines off previous crosswalks. Said communication was referred to the Street Committee. . Communication was read from Chief of Police' Cahill requesting that he be reimbursed in the amount of $11.96, which he paid for lunch for a group of Pomona Valley Chiefs of Police, which met at the Arcadia City Hall March 15, 1949, and requesting that this amount be charged against Police Convention expense. Motion by Councilman Libby that the request of the Chief of Police that he be reimbursed for $11.9b, be approved. Said motion was seconded I 1833 b~ Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the City Treasurer requesting transfer of $4000.00 from the General Fund to the Pay Roll Account to prevent over drawing of the pay roll account. . Motion by Councilman Nugent that the City Treasurer's request be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Treasurer requesting permission to, purchase a second-hand omnibus for approximately $50.00, to be used in the transportation of books between her office and the vault in the City Clerk's office. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the request of the City Treasurer be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen ~ucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to purChase a typewriter to be used at this time by the Switchboard Operator in her spare time. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the request of the City Clerk be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Request from the City Clerk to cancel Warrant No. 699 payable to Louis F. Geisler for finish hardw~re not purchased as anticipated, was read. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that Warrant No. 699 be cancelled as requested. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Ci~y Clerk requesting permission to make the following changes in the 1947-~ and 1948-49 tax roll: Refund 1947-48 Personal Property tax ~3.45, Assessment No. 7654 Refund 1948-49 tax on Lot 17, Tract 1 651~ $10.84 Refund 1948-49 Personal Property tax 2.50 Motion by Councilman Boucher, that permission be given to make the above requested changes, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to cancel 1947-48 Unsecured Personal Property tax of Willis & Roberts Plastics Mfg. Co. in the amount of $219.87, as being uncollectible. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the request of the City Clerk for cancellation of the above requested cancellation be granted, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Recreation Commission requesting payment to H. T. Alumbaugh in the amount of $22.00 for square and folk dan~e direction for the evenings of March 4 and II, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the request of the Department of Recreation for payment of $22.00 to H. T. Alumbaugh be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the City Engineer requesting overtime be paid on a straight time basi s to Paul Armstrong for 32 hours wo rk as Carpenter on City Hall equipment, between March lst and March 15, 1949. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Paul Armstrong be paid for 32 hours overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and cst' ri ed on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None , :1834 City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention No. 1845 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, PECLARING ITS INTENTTON TO VACATE THAT CERTAIN PUBLIC ALLEY IN TRACT NO. 7820 OF SAID CITY, EXTENDING FROM THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF FOREST AVENUE TO THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID TRACT AND LYING WEST OF LOTS 67 TO 71 INCLUSIVE, AND EAST OF LOT 72 IN SAID CITY, AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO THE PROPOSED VACATION." , The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 1845 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I City Attorney.Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention No. 1846 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE THAT CERTAIN PU9LIC STREET IN SAID CITY KNOWN AS HIS'l'ORIA ROAD AND PORTIONS OF THOSE CERTAIN PUSLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY KNOWN AS LA ROSA ROAD (FORMERLY KNOWN AS ELMA ROAD), PALOMA DRIVE ENCAN'l'O DRIVE, AND PANORAMA DRIVE, ALL SUCH STREETS BEING IN TRACT NO. 14428 IN SAID CITY, AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO THE PROPOSED VACATION. The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 1846 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented And read Resolution No. 1847 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING PROFILE AND IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR 'rHE IMPROVEMENT OF AN EASEMENT KNOWN AS OAK VIEW LANE, AND OTHER EASE- MENTS IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1847,as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None , . City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1848 en- , titled: nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, APPROVING MAP OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF AN EASEMENT KNOWN AS OAK YIEW LANE, AND OTHER EASEMENTS:' The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Counci1~an Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1848 as read. Said'motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention No. 1849 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA. CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS ,INTENTION TO IMPROVE AN EASEMENT KNOWN AS OAK VIEW LANE, AND OTHER EASEMENTS IN SAID CITY OF ARCAill A, AND DECLARING SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT TO BE OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT AND DESCRIBING THE DISTRICT TO BE BENEFITED BY SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT AND TO BE ASSESSED TO PAY A PORTION OF THE COSTS AND EXPENSES THEREOF, AND DETERMINING THAT SERIAL BONDS SHALL BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT SAID COSTS AND EXPENSES AND FIXING THE TIME FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT, OR TO THE EXTENT OF THE DISTRICT TO BE ASSESSED, OR BOTH." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman K~omp moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No. IB49 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 759 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING THE ANNEY.ATION OF CERTAIN TERRITOBY DESIGNATED AS "WEST ARCADIA ANNEX #4", BE GIVEN ITS SECOND AND FINAL READING. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously car- ried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 759. I I 1835 Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 759. Said motion was seconded.by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libb , Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Arcadia Rotary Anns requesting per- mission to sell Derby Hats at the Peach Blossom Festival March 26, 1949, and asking that the City waive the usual Arcadia City License fee. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the request of. the Rotary Anns be granted, and that the City Clerk be authorized to approve similar requests that might be made by other organizations for this Fest~val. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from Whitney Waters recommending several methods of installing a loud speaker system in the Council Chambers. Said communication was referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole for consideration. Communication was read from the Realty Board protesting the enforce- ment of Ordinance No. 742, and recommending that it be made to apply only to subdivisions since 1935. Said communication was referred to the Planning Commission. The City Engineer reported on the bids for the improvement of Sycamore Ave. and recommended that the bid be awarded to the American Asphalt Paving Co. in the amount of $997.50, theirs being the low bid. Motion by Councilman Boucher that all bids submitted for the im- provement of Sycamore Ave. be rejected except the bid of the American Asphalt Co. and that said bid be awarded to the American Asphalt Paving Co. in the sum of $997.50, and the City Clerk be instructed to return all checks of the unsuccessful bidders. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES:. Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the City Attorney relative to the accident, claim of Robert H. Mitchell against the City and Mike Radich, stating that due to the delay in reporting the matter to the City it was impracticable to make any investigation at the scene of the alleged accident, however, since there seems to be no question but that the faulty condition of the street complained of exists and was the result of the construction of sewers by the Radich Co., the City has no actual or constructive notice of this condition, and that inasmuch as the Contractor was insured against claim, this claim be referred to the Insurance carrier, and as far as the City is concerned, suggested the claim be declined. Motion by. Councilman Nugent, that the recommendation of the City Attorney as above set forth, be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Safety Walks on Holly Ave. be posted by the Police Department against use as a bridle path. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Norris John Peters be hired as pumper, effective May I, 1949, at the established rate for his job. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Scott Lee, Water Superintendent, be given a salary increase of $25.00 per month, effective March 16, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, unanimOUSly carried,. that the City for the furnishing of a chain link seconded Clerk be fence 'as by Councilman Nugent and instructed to call for bids per specifications on file 1/i00 in the off~ce o~ the City Clerk, said bids to be opened at the regular meeting of the Council on April 5, 1949, at 8:00 P.M. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Fire Dept. ------------------- c~ty Clerk ------------------- street Dept. ----------------- Genl Govt.Sldgs. and Engineer- Police Dept. ----------------- Water Dept. ------------------ 51 and 52 1937 and 1939 2861, 2868, 2863 and 2872 2860, 2862, 2863, 2864, 2866, and 2870 21 03 2716 to 2722 Incl. 2867. 28691 Motion by Councilman goucher, that Warrants Nos. 1296 to 1398 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby auth- orized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman ~lomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Counci1~an Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried, that the meeting adjourn. -6bi2d/ Mayor I ATTEST: ~~~I Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, Calif. April 5, 1949, 8:00 o'cloc, P. M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: CounciL~en Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman ~lomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the minutes of the regular meeting of March 15, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. The Mayor announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for hearing in the matter of'the improvement of certain ease- ments, in accordance with Resolution of Intention No. 1849. 1 Letters of protest were read"and numerous persons spoke in reference to this improvement. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that this matter be tabled for two weeks until the next regular meeting of the City Council to be held Aprll.19, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ASSENT: Councilman Libby The Mayor announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for hearing on the proposed improvements of Eldorado Street, Fano Street, Genoa Street, Alice Street and Santa Anita Avenue, as per Resolution No. 1837. A written protest from Alex Stenman was"read, and numerous people in the audience spoke on the proposed improvement. I Motion by Councilman Boucher, seco~ded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this matter be tabled until the next regular meeting of the City Council to be held April 19, 1949. The City Clerk presented and read bids covering the furnishing of chain link fencing, as follows: Pacific Fence Co. - - - - - - - - - $ Cyclone Fence Co. Div. - - - - - - - - - American Chain Link Machine Co.- - - - - Los Angeles Fencing Co. Inc. - - - - Alcorn Fence Co. - - - - - - - Johnston Fence Co. - - - - - 9Q7.50 1068.75 1080.00 ll70.00 1179.00 1218.00 I I I :1837 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer with instructions to report back his recommendation to the Council at the regular meeting to be held May 3, 1949. Petition signed by Leon Ware et aI, protesting the erection of a fire station on City property on Orange Grove Ave. was read and Mr. Ware also voiced verbal objections. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this petition be referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole. Communication was read from Boller Suttner and Boller, protesting on behalf of Mr. and Mrs. McDaniel, owners of Motor Inn, the excessive noise made by in-bound Pacific Electric trains at the crossing on Hunting- ton Drive just East of Santa Ani~a Ave. This communication was referred to the City Attorney with instruc- tions to communicate with the Pacific Electric Railway in reference to this matter. Communication was read from Daisie M. Stafford, protesting the erection of barns, corrals, etc., and the exercising of horses on property situated at 2316 S. Third Ave., said property abutting her property at 2313 S. Fourth Ave. This matter was referred to the Chief of POlice, with instructions to investigate to determine if there is a violation of City Ordinance. communication was read from Howard Reineman in reference to alleged damage done to his property at 231 E. Huntington Dr. during the laying of sewer line in front of his property. The City Clerk was instructed to advise Mr. Reineman that a copy of his letter had been mailed to Koebig ~ Koebig and Radich Company, on April $, 1949, and that he should look for relief from Radich Company, Sewer Contractors. Communication from J. K. Formes requesting renewal of Building Permit No. 8653, was read. . Motion by Councilman Klomp, that this request be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None A8SENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from Joseph L. Kauffman, Post No. 279 of Temple City, requesting permission to conduct a dance June 18, 1949, at the Santa Anita Turf Club. . Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and un- animously carried, that the request of the Joseph L. Kauffman Post No. 279 be granted. Communication from the Church of the Good Shepherd, Methodist, conveying their appreciation for the installation of street lights near the church entrance on Duarte Road and Huntington D ri ve, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. communication was read from the American Cancer Society soliciting the cooperation of the Council in the issuing of a proclamation to the local citizens calling on them to suP?ort the vital work of the American Cancer Society, and attaching a copy of a suggested Proclamation. The City Attorney was instructed to prepare an appropriate Pro- clamation to be signed by the Mayor. commuqication from the League of California Cities relative to Bill A.8. 1164 excepting Cities, Counties and School Districts from State Sales and Use Tax, was read. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communication was read from Alfred Grimble requesting that Radich Company be instructed to furnish him with some of the surplus dirt result- ing from the installation of the sewer system. . City Engineer G. B. Watson was instructed to request Radich Company to supply Mr. Grimble with some dirt. Communication signed by six business firms doing business on Santa Clara st., was read, requesting the improvement of said street. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman 80ucher and un- animously carried, that this communication be referred to the Street Committee for further study and consideration. Communication was read from the Arcadia Safety Council calling to the Council's attention some of the hazardous conditions that existed during the recent racing season, mainly the selling of tip sheets and the passing out of racing information. The City Clerk was instructed to advise the Arcadia Safety Council 1,!';;5/j that the City Council is presently considering the adoption of the necessary Ordinance to improve this situation. Communication was read from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce ex- pressing their appreciation for the cooperation of the Council in the dedication of the new City Hall and the First Annual Arca~a Peach Blossom Festival. The City Clerk was instructed to advise the Chamber of Commerce of the Council's appreciation for the work and efforts put forth by them in making the Dedication and the Peach Blossom Festival the huge success it was. 1 Communication was read from Joseph E. Calvechi, President of the Arcadia Police Relief Assn. requesting permission" to hold a second Annual Rolice Relief .A'ssociation~da.n,ce~)"une".25,".194'9;:j~n the Clubhouse and Paddock ~oom of the Los Angeles Turf Club. This communication was referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole. Communication was read from the San Gabriel Valley Protective Assn. announcing a meeting of the Association in ~heir office on Tuesday the 12th day of April, 1949, at the hour of 2:00 P.M., for the purpose of electing a Soard of Directors and for the transaction of such business as may lawfully come before the meeting. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that Mr. Scott Lee be appointed to represent the "i ty' of Arcadia, with authori ty to act in its behalf in this connection. Communication was read from the Monrovia Arcadia Duarte High School relative to BoYs Week, which has been set from April 25th through April 30th, and asking to be informed as to what extent the City of Arca~a will participate in this program. The City Clerk was instructed to commun~cate further with the I Monrovia-Arcadia-Duarte High School in rggard to the City's particip- ation in the program. ' Communication was read fvom Clyde Beatty Circus requesting that they be permitted to change the date set for the'holding of a Circus in Arcadia from March CSJ th to Wednesday, April 13, 1949. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that the Clyde Beatty Circus be granted this request. Communication was read from the Arcadia City School District Board requesting cancellation of the second installment of taxes on Lots 68 to 78 inclusivg, of Tract No. 13188, as per map recorded in 800k 266, Pages I to 3 of Maps, in the office of the County Recorder. This property was acquired by the School Board from Mary Caroline Longley, Who has paid the first installment. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the request of the Arcadia School District for cancellation of taxes on the above described property, be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and,carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby 1 Communication was read from 'David Weisz requesting refund of Arcadia business license No. 663 for $25.00, issued for an auction, the holding of which was cancelled by the creditors of the company. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the "request of David Weisz for refund be 'authorized. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll,Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, 'Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from Anthony Freda 'requesting refund of business license No. 611 because of the sale of the business after ten days' operation. ' Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the unused portion of the license in the amount of $8.25, be refunded Anthony Freda. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent' and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp" Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby I Communication from the Planning Commission recommending for the request of Cecil D. Collins, 1415 S. Tenth Ave. to divide 60 from his present lot of 138.75 feet, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission for denial of the request of Cecil D. Collins be sustained. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: denial feet AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: "Councilmen Libby :1839 Recommendation for denial by the Planning Commission of the request of J. A. Niemeyer at 1516 Lovell Ave. to divide 50 feet from his present 100 foot lot, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission for denial of the request of J. A. Niemeyer be sustained. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: ' Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None AgSENT: Councilman Libby Recommendation for denial by the Planning Commission of the request of J. J. Truttman, at 510 W. Palm Dr. to divide two 65 foot lots from the rear of his property, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission ror denial of the request of J. J. Truttman be sustained. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilman Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Recommendation for denial by the Planning Commission of the request of E. F. Earhart, 82 W. Palm Dr., and R. Payton, 84 W. Palm Dr. to divide their 100 foot lots into two 50 foot lots, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission for denial of the requests of E. F. Earhart and R. Payton, be sustained. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ARSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Planning Commiss10n recommending for approval the request of Kathrine L. Higeinbotham for permission to move a frozen food stand from the Northwest corner of First and Alta St. to the South- west corner of the same streets, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from the Planning Commission a ttaching a Resolution setting forth the recommendations of the Commission in regard to proposals of the City Council contained in Resolution No. 1844, con- cerning the proposed new Zoning Ordinance and map. Said communicatlon was ordered filed. Communication from the City Attorney in reference to the complaint of Mr. and Mrs. H. Scott regarding the hay barn at 701 E. Longden Ave. was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that this communication be referred back to theCity Attorney for his handling. Communication was read from City Attorney Cornyn requesting authority to purchase a four section bookcase for the office of the City Attorney in theCity Hall, the cost of the bookcase to be $73.60 plus sales tax. Motion by Councilman Nugent that the request of the City Attorney be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from Don Pel sue of the F. & E. Check Pro- tector Co. setting forth the estimated cost of $67.50 to repair the broken check protector, and stating the cost of a new machine together with a $10,000 forgery bond with a two years guarantee and equipment, would cost '97.50, plus Sales Tax after adjustment of old machine. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be authorized to purchase a new Check Protector as 'set forth above. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as f.ollows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None AgSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from Johns Mansville Corporation requesting the incorporation into the Arcadia Plumbing Code of their process known as "Transite Pipe", and enclosing list of various Cities, States and Counties, etc. using this pipe. 1HI}U Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that this request be referred to the City Engineer for recommendation. Communication was read from Scott M. Lee, Water Superintendent, listing hours of overtime for employees in the Water Department for the month of March 1949: A.Berkompas ----------------- 4 hours John J. Cox ----------------- 3 " D. E. Frazier --------------- 19 " I John L. Frazier ------------- 121. " Leland B. Hanson ------------ IOY n John Herrin ----------------- 42 " Owen Hibarger ----- -- -------- 10 " V. R. McMickell ------------- 18 " Robert Nelson --------------- 10 n Thomas B. Poyner ------------ 11 " Manuel Ramirez -------------- 4t " John Thomas ----------------- 9 n Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried 0 n Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent ABSENT: Councilman. Libby Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that Mr. G. W. Simmons has made a request to lease a piece of property on Peck Road North of the land recently leased by the Smith Lumber Co. The dimensions are 75 x 150 ft. and would be used as a ch1cken processing refrigeration layout. The price agreed is $75.00 a month for a period of five years with a thirty day cancellation clause. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the City Engineer and the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary Lease. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: ' AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None A9SENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from the City Treasurer advising that all inventories except that of the Water Department, had been received by her, and requesting that authorization be given to have the, assistance of the firm of James Bontems & Co. in establishing the necessary pro- cedure for setting up inventory records as authorized by Ordinance No. 745, at a cost not to exceed $50.00. Motion by Councilman, Boucher, that the request of the City Treasurer to secure assistance in setting up the necessary inventory records, be approved. AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby 1 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: , , Communication from the Personnel 90ard setting forth a list of individuals eligible for Assistant Engineer and Custodian was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that said communication be referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole, for the purpose of checking applications, for reference back at the next regular Council meeting to be held April 19, 1949. Communication was read from the Chief of Police requesting per- mission to trade the Halls Steel safe which is now in use at the Police Station, for a metal type double locker, sufficient in size to care for the present necessity of the Police Dept. This matter was referred to the Police Committee. Communication was read from Chief Cahill requesting that overtime I pay be given to Kenneth Rogers and Marciano Cueller for four hours overtime worked on the night of March 26, 1949, from 7:00 P.M. to I:OO A.M., guarding automobiles and fence lines at the Los Angeles Turf Club in connection with the Arcadia Peach Blossom festival. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the payment of overtime at $1.50 per hour to Kenneth Rogers and Marciano Cueller as above set forth, be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby I I I 1.841. Communication was read from G. B. Watson, City Engineer, recommending that the City of Arcadia purchase from the Rancho Santa Anita twelve No. 3111-,Yl Union Metal Standards complete with all accessories, at a cost of $826.19. Motion by Councilman ~oucher, that the purchase of the above mentioned Standards at a price of $826.19 be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from the City Engineer listing hours of overtime worked by employees in the Street Department and the Custodian, as follows: Chris Arpagaus ---------------- S. L. Stephens ---------------- Paul Armstrong ---------------- Anist Mussachia --------------- 6 14 32 55 Hours n " n Motion by Councilman Boucher, that overtime be paid the above listed employees on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from G. B. Watson, City Engineer, advising that work on Tract Nos. 1~,744 located on San Miguel Street South of Colorado Blvd., had been completed according to plans, and that Tract No. 14940 located North of Santa Anita Race Track and South of Colorado Boulevard, had been completed according to plans of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the aforesaid work of improvement in Tracts Nos. 14744 and 14940, be approved and accepte~. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent end Russell NOES: None ASSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read 'from the Fire Chief requesting permission to emplOY two men from the eligible list as temporary vacation relief hosemen. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Chief Nellis be authorized to employ two men for temporary vacation relief at the prevailing minimum rate for hoseman. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouchor, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: ' None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from the City Clerk advising that the Special Census of the City of Arcadia as authorized by the City Council on Sept- ember 21, 1948, has been completed at a cost of $2184.10, and that the Bureau of Census, Department of Commerce has certified to an official count of 21,556,persons livin~ within the City limits of the City of Arcadia as of February 12, 1949. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the City Clerk requestin~ permission to refund to the Pay-Off Cafe (Vicenzio Rossi), the sum of $99.80 representing liquor license tax illegally assessed for the year 1947-48 and 1948-49. Motion by Councilman, Nugent that the refund as above set forth be made to the Pay-Off Cafe. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carr~ed on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None A~SENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from the Citl Clerk requesting permission to 'make the following changes in the 1946-47, 1947-48 and 1948-49 tax rolls: Assessment No. 563-A - reduce improvements from $4840.~0 to $2650.00 Cancel Unsecured Personal Property tax of Mrs. G. A. Schraeder, $14.60 - paid in San Mateo. Refund to Land Title Ins. Co. $36.29 paid in error on Personal Property in 1948-49 Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the request of the City Clerk to make the above changes on the, tax roll be granted, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Cou,ncilman Libby 1.842 Communication was read from Herbert A. MolIno requesting permission to install a water line along ~ twenty foot lane on Lot 42, Tract No. 3430, which will run approximately 500 feet North from Duarte Road on the West side of said lot, Mr. MolIno agreeing to pay for the cost of the pipe and installation. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that this request be granted and that the installation as above set forth be made under the supervision of the Water Superintendent. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen BOUCher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was l' ead from the Volunteers of America reque sting permission to hold a Tag Day in Arcadia on April 23, 1949. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the request of the Volunteers of America be granted. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1850 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF A.'1CADI A, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING WEEDS GROWING UPON PORTIONS OF CERTAIN STREETS AND UPON CERTAIN PRIVATE PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY OF ARCADIA TO BE A NUISANCE." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1850 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1851 entitled: "A RESOL:Jl'ION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF A.qCADIA CONSENTING TO THE IMPROVEMENT BY THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES OF CERTAIN STREETS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1851 as read. ,Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1852 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ORDERING THE FORMATION OF A LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT DESIGNA,'JEDl.S "LIGHTING MAINTEN- ANCE DISTRICT NO 2", WHICH DISTRICT IS TO PAY THE COST AID EXPENSES FOR THE MAINTENANCE A}ill'OPERATION OF A STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM NOW INSTALLED ON PORTIONS OF SANTA ANITA AVENUE, OAKWOOD AVENUE, WILSON A VENUE AND VIRGINIA DRIVE IN SAI D CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1852 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1853 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF APCADIA, ORDERING THE FORMATION OF A LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT, DESIGNATED' AS "LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. I", WHICH DISTRICT IS TO PAY THE COST AND EXPENSES FOR THE MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF A STREET LIGHTING SYSTEM NOW INSTALLED ON PORTIONS OF SANTA ANITA AVENUE, OAKWOOD DRIVE, FIRST AVENUE, AND ORANGE GROVE AVENUE IN SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. ,Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1853 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1854 enti tled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING PROFILE AND IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF' PALM DRI VE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. I 1 1 " I I I I 1843 Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1854 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None A~SENT: Councilmen Libby City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1855 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA APP'10VING MAP OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT F'OR THE IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF PALM DRIVE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA.n The provisio~s of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1855 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention No. 1856 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS ~NTENTION TO IMPROVE A PORTION OF PALM DRIVE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, AND DECLARING SAID WORK OR IMPROV&~ENT TO BE OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT AND DESCRIBING THE DISTRICT TO BE BENEFITED ~Y SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT AND TO ~E ASSESSED TO PAY THE COSTS AND EXPENSES THEREOF, AND DETERMINING THAT SERIAL BONDS SHALL BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT SAID COSTS AND EXPENSES AND FIXING A TIME FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT. OR TO THE EXTENT OF THE DISTRICT TO BE ASSESSED OR BOTH.n ' The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 1856 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. l861. entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING BOND TO GUARANTEE THE COST OF IMPROVEMENTS AND THE TIME OF COMPLETION THEREOF IN TRACT NO. 13252. n The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of'Resolution No. 1861 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 758 entitled: nAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OOUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PROVIDING FOR THE ESTA'3LISHMENT OF A BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION, AND PROVIDING OFFICERS THEREFOR DEFINING THEIR POWERS AND DUTIES, PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS FOR FIRE PRO- TECTION AND FIRE PREVENTION AND LIFE SAFETY IN CONNECTION WITH HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND PROCESSES IN SAID CrTY, PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF AND REPEALING CERTAIN PARTS OF ORDINANCE NO. 323 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 17, 1935, AND ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH", be introduced and read in full. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher that the City Council waive the reading of the body of Ordinance No. 758. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell " NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the old white lines of the abandoned crosswalk opposite the Market Basket on Huntington Drive be entirety obliterated and the painting of red zones at the present cross- walk on both sides of the street, be authorized. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Street Superintendent be authorized to employ an appraiser to make an appraisal of the lands and improvements involved in the proposed opening and widening of Seventh Ave. between Duarte road ~~d Camino Real, at a cost not to exceed $300.00; this expense to be included in the expenses of these proceedings. :184:4 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Kenneth Godso be appointed to serve temporarily as Acting City Engineer and Street Superintendent during the absence of G. B. Watson from April II, 1949 to May 9, 1949. AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None A~SENT: Councilman Libby I Said motion WliS seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that all bids for the furnishing of a one and one- half ton truck be returned to the bidders, with advice that the City has decided not to purchase a truck at this time. . Motion by Councilman Boucher, that approximately $2500.00 be spent to modernize and make a more efficient unit out of one of the smaller fire trucks now in the service of the Fire Department. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None A~SENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Cpuncilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and 1 unanimously carried, that the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized and directed to execute in the name of and on behalf of the City of Arcadia Agreement between the City of Arcadia and American Asphalt Paving Company covering the improvement of a portion of Sycamore Avenue. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to purchase 70 Tamarisk trees to be planted on the West side of Little Santa Anita Channel, (approximately 560 feet), on the Orange Grove water site. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Coun~ilmen ~oucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None A~SENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the office of the Water Superin- tendent in the new City Hall, be enlarged. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby 1 Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to install a suitable fence and gate along the frontage oftihe water lands on Las Tunas and Sixth Avenue. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows; AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as here- inafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby auth- orized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Fire Department -------------------- 53 Police Department ------------------ 2904 to 2906 Gen. Govt. Buildings --------------- 2873 to 2876 Water Department ------~------------ 2723 to 2740 Motion by Councilman Nugent, that Warrants Nos. 1399 to 1421 in- clusive, and Nos. 1424 to 1525 inclusive, as audited and allow~d by the Finance Committee be approved and pai d, and the Mayor and Ci ty Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Incl. " " I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby I I :1845 Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Soucher and carried, .that the meeting adjourn. --b6i21,J Mayor , ATTEST: ~1c~7 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, Calif. April 19, 1949, 8:00 o'clock P. M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held April 5, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. Petition was read from Leon Ware, et aI, protesting the erection of a fire station on Orange Grove Avenue., Motion by Councilman. Klomp, that said protest be denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilma~ Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bo~cher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None . A8SENT: Councilman ~ugent The Mayor announced this was the' time and place set, pursuant to notice given and Resolution No. 1850 of said City of Arcadia, for hearing objections if any, to the.proposed removal of weeds upon or in front of the properties more specifically described in said Resolution. There were no written or verbal protests. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Street Superintendent be instructed to proceed with the necessary work to remove such weeds and wherever necessary to abate said nuisance. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing protests, if any, on the proposed vacation of alley in Tract No. 7820, in accordance with Resolution of Intention No. 1845. There were no verbal or written protests. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare and necessary Ordinance therefor. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen BOUCher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent The Mayor announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for hearin~ protests, if any, to the proposed vacation of Historia Road, La Rosa Road (formerly known as Elma Road), Paloma Drive, Encanto Drive and Panorama Drive, all in Tract No. 14428, per Resolution of Intention No. 1846. There were no written or verbal protests. Motion by Councilman Klomp that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare the necessary Ordinance covering the vacation of said streets. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen BOUCher, Klomp, Libby and Russell . NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing protests, if any, on the proposed improvement of a portion of Eldorado St., Fano St., Genoa St., Alice st., and Santa Anita Ave. (East Lane), per Resolution No. 1837, postponed from the regular meet- ing held April 5, 1949. :1846 Several written protests were submitted, and several people in the audience inquired as to the prices as shown in the notices of the estimat- ed assessment. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the aforesaid protests be denied, and that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare the necessary Resolu- tion for the improvement of a portion of the above named streets. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and car ried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing protests if any, on the improvement of Easement on Oakview Lane, pursuant to Resolution of Intention No. 1849, said hearing having been postponed from the regular meeting of April 5, 1949. A member of the audience advised that the residents of Oakview Lane had authorized him to withdraw protest as expressed at the meeting of April 5, 1949. I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare the necessary Resolution for the improvement of said easement. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Various Departmental recommendations were submitted by the Personnel Board for increases in pay of the following employees as per wage schedule as adopted by Resol ution No. ,1835: Increased To $167.00 240.00 225.00 236.00 204.00 214.00 220.00 403.00 198.00 198.00 198.00 198.00 June Cocksedge, Jr. Steno.Acct.Clerk Wayne Moore, Patrolman Jack Jordan, Patrolman Kenneth M. Hovorka, Lt. Fire Dept. Fred Clayton, Hoseman Chas. Weiss, Equip-Opr. Laborer Chas. Williams, Asst. Bldg. Insp. Kenneth GOdso, Asst. City Engineer D. E. Frazier, Municipal Laborer J. L. Frazier, Municipal Laborer J. H. Markel, Municipal Laborer J. J. Cox, Municipal Laborer Effective May 9, 1949 Apr 6, 1949 May 5, 1949 Apr I, 1949 May I, 1949 May I, 1949 May I, 1949 Apr. 25, 1949 May 10, 1949 May 10, 1949 May 10, 1949 May 10, 1949 I Motion by Councilman Libby, that the above increases in salaries as set out after the respective names, be aporoved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilma1 Nugent Communication was read from Bever Patrol, Troop 4, Temple City, requesting permission to paint house humbers on curbs in front of residences. 1 Motion by Councilman Boucher, that such permission be granted and that the license fee be waived to Scout Troop #4, Temple City. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from Clark Hays Lauder, M. D. Chairman of the American Begonia Association, requesting moral and financial aid from the City in conducting a Begonia and allied shade plant show, to be held approximately August 12, 13 and 14th. Said communication was referr~d to the Council as a Committee of the Whole for further consideration. Communication was read from the American Legion Auxiliary requesting permission to sell Poppy Memorial flowers on the streets of Arcadia May 26, 27 and 28th, also requesting permission to send a Proclamation of the coming sale to the local newspapers. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that the request of the American Legion Auziliary be approved. Communication was read from Arcadia Masonic Lodge No. 547, request- ing that the week of April 25, 1949, be proclaimed "Public School Week". The City Clerk was instructed to have such a proclamation prepared and published. Communication from Ernest R. Geddes, Member of the California Legislature, expressing his appreciation for the communication regarding Assembly Bill No. 1664, was read. I I 1847 Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Margaret J. Gray in reference to the use of chemical toilets by contractors, and suggesting contractors be forced by law to abandon the use of tha present portable outside toilets. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer. Communication from EI Monte Community Chamber of Commerce was read, relative to the operation of Bob and George's Ready Mix in the Rio Hondo River Wash immediately north of North EI Monte residential area and re- questing thatthe City Council do whateve~ possible towards the termin- ation of permit issued by the City for the above operation, or abatement of the nuisance as claimed by them. Said communication was referred to the Police Dep~tment for in- vestigation. Communication was read from Den 4, Cub Scouts, requesting that the American Flag which had been displayed in the Council Chambers, be given to them. The City Clerk was instructed to inform Den 4, Cub Scouts, that the Council would be glad to give this flag to their Den. Petition from MrS. H. Vradenburg, et aI, requesting erection of a Boulevard Stop sign at First Ave. and st. Joseph St., was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare the necessary Resolution authorizing the installation of Stop Sign at First Ave. and st. Joseph St., provided that this Stop is not at the present time authorized by a Resolution, and that th~ City Engineer be instructed to attend to its installation. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried'on Roll'Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Arcadia City School District requesting permission to erect four standard structural buildings on the School site located at Virginia Road and North Santa Anita Ave. These classrooms are temporary and will be used while the construction of permanent buildings is taking place on this site, and will be removed from same in approximately two years. Motion by Councilnan Boucher, that the request of the Arcadia City SchOOl District as above set forth, be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councillnan Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None A3SENT: Councilman Nugent CO~TIunication was read from the Pacific Electric Company in reply to the City Attorney's letter of April 7, 1949, relative to complaint re- garding excessive noise caused by in-bound trains at the crossing on Huntington Drive in Arcadia. This matter was referred to Mr. T. L. Wagenbach, General Manager, who will give this complaint his personal attention. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Roy L. Smillie advising that he had contacted the State Board of P.egistration for Civil Engineers regarding a registered Civil Engineer preparing plans and specifications for a Fire Station, and was informed that a Civil Engineer could prepare plans and specifications for such a building under the law, but that the Council should be informed that he is not a registered Architect. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from W. H. McGarr calling to the attention of the City Council that certain weirs and pipe lines operated by the Southern California Water Co. are a menace to the safety of little children, and suggesting that consideration be given to an Ordinance to require the owners to prevent the possibility of a tragedy. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and ~nanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the Water Superin- tendent for investigation; with power to take the necessary steps to correct this situation. Communication from J. A. Bauer Pottery Company relative to the charge for an Arcadia Business license, was read. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney for handling. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending for approval request for zone variance of Joseph Saylin to allow the construction of a professional and office building on Lot 29, Tract No. 6341 located at the corner of Foothill Blvd. and Valencia Way provided the building be made to comply with the regulations of Ftre Zone No. I. 1~4t; Motion by Councilman qoucher, that the Council accept the recom- mendation of the Planning Commission as above set forth. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSE}~: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending for approval the request of J. P. Ravells at 12 E. Floral Ave., to place Lot 39, Tract No. 7820 in Zone R-l in the new Zoning Ordinance instead of the present Zone R-3. I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that ~he City Council accept the re- commendation of the Planning Commission, and the request of J. P. Ravelle be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending for approval the reguest of G. W. Auten, 1523 Holly Ave., to divide and build on a lot 62.08 x 13l.41; also the request of Vern V08el, 400 w. Camino Real, for permission to divide and sell a lot 60 x l31.41, located at 1515 Holly Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted and the requests of G. W. Auten and Vsrn Vogel as above set forth, be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher.and carried on Roll Call as follows: 1 AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Planning Commission advising that the area located at Baldwin and Naomi Aves., recently annexed to the City by Ordinance No. 759, is presently unzoned, and that at the time of annexation the owners requested the property be zoned C-2 to correspond with other business property in that area; and that it is their recom- mendation that the Council proceed with the necessary matters to estab- lish such zoning, and that a public hearing be held on the matter on May 5, 1949, at 8:00 O'clock P.M. Motion by Councilman,Klomp, that the City Council accept the re- commendation of the Planning Commission, and that the request of the Commission to hold a public hearing on this matter be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: CounciL~an Nugent 1 Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending for final approval map of Tract No. 15582 located at La Sierra Drive and Santa Anita Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Ltbby and un- animously carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of proposed Tract No. 15582 'be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and accept- ance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of aaid Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 15582, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 307 of said City of Arcadi a. Communication from the Planning Commission recommending for approval tentative map of Tract No. 15979 located on Columbia Road south of Hugo Reid Dr., was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning I Commission be accepted, and tentative map of Tract No. 15979 be approved. Said motion was seconded by COlmcilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Planning Commission attaching tentative map of proposed Tract No. 15960 showing a possible subdivision of the property of Mr. Fox and a portion of the property of the City located on Michillinda Ave., and requesting that action on the subdivision of Mr. Fox's property alone, be postponed for thirty days, while ioint subdivision is being considered. The Commission enaorses the joifit sub- division and recommends favorable consideration. . I I I :1849 Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the re- commendation of the Planning Commission as above set forth. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilma~ Nugent Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending tha t tne Ci ty Council re-approve the final map of Tract No. 13252, located at Duarte Road and Santa Anita Ave., and previously approved on July 2), 1948. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman ~oucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of proposed Tract No. 13252 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall he deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 13252, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 3a7 of said City of Arcadia. . Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending that the City Council approve final map of Tract No. 15337 located on San Miguel Dr., previously approved May 18, 1949. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman ~oucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of proposed Tract No. 15337 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due for~ such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited wi th the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 15337, pursuant to Section 3 of Urdinance No. 307 of said City of 'Arcadia. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending fot' approval the 30 day leave of absence as requested by Mr. Pippin because of urgent business matters. . Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the request for leave of absence by Mr. Pippin be approved. Communication was read from the Personnel ~oard recopmending that City employees in order to he eligible for appointment to competitive service, must be a resident of the Ci~y of Arcadia or in a ~erritory within a radius of fifteen miles from the City Hall of the City of Arcadia. Said communication was tabled pending further investigation. Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that re-consideration be given to changing the working week of the Police Department from 48 to 40 hours per week. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carred, that this communication be referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole for further consideration. Communication from the Personnel Board was read, recommending that the posi tion of purchasing agent be established and that R. C. Ewing be appointed as Purchasing Agent, and that he be paid $75.ao per month to compensate him for the additional position. !.lotion by Councilman Klomp, that the position of Pur~has~ng Agent be created, that the City Attorney. be instru?ted to prepare the necessary Ordinance creating this position, and that R. C. Ewing be given an additional $75.00 per month to compensate him for the additonal work and responsibility of this position. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Personnel Board submitting the n~es and addresses of three individuals on the eligible list for Mechanic. Motion by Councilman'Boucher, sec9nded by Counci1ffian Klomp and unanimously carried, that action on this matter be deferred until Mr. Watson's return som~til!le after May lOth. . Communication was read from Mrs. ~a,E. Hainer, City Treasure~, asking permission to employ Mrs. Ruth Alutin on a temporary basis, at the prevailing rate of pay for such temporary help. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Mrs. Hainer's request be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: 1~~U AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that grading, concrete curbs, gutters and paving has been com?leted according to plans and specifications of the City of Arcadia in Tract No. 13252, which is South of Duarte Road and East of ,Santa Anita Ave. Motion by' Councilman Boucher, that the aforesaid work of improvement in Tract No. 13252 be approved and accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent I Petition was read from the Acting City Engineer submitting potition requesting the improvement of the alley so~th of Huntington Drive from Santa Anita Avenue to Second Avenue. This communication was ordered held for two weeks pending further investigation. ' Communication was read from Chief of Police Cahill requesting per- mission to select two men from the eligible list for vacation relief duty, starting April ~5th to Dec. 15, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the request of the Chief of Police be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Chief of Police submitting a copy of report of Officers Gilliland and Clark in regard to the investigation of the complaint registered by Daisie M. Stafford, 2316 S. Fourth Ave. The report of Officers Gilliland and Clark indicated no violation of a City Ordinance, and stated that the premises at the time of inspection were exceptionally clean. 1 The City Clerk was instructed to notify Mrs. Stafford that the investigation failed to indicate any violation of City Ordinance unless the horses were permitted to run to the corral fence, which would place them within 100 feet limit of the adjacent property. Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission for Mrs. Emma E. Hainer, Sity Treasurer and R. S. Ewing, City Clerk, to attend the Municipal Finance Officers Assn. Convention to be held in Detroit, Mich., May 22 to 26th incl. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the request of the City Clerk for permission for Mrs. Emma E. Hainer, City Treasurer, and R. C. Ewing, City Clerk, to attend the Municipal Finance Officers Convention, be approved and that they be reimbursed for the actual expenses incurred. AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: Communication was read from R. C. Ewing, City Clerk requesting permission to make the following changes on the 1938-39 tax roll: 'Assess. No. 590 - Reduce land value from $5900.00 to ~5480.00 $5.42 Assess.Nos. 1585-B, 1585-C, 1586-A and 1589-B. Amounts $62.18, $20.38, $21.16 and ~3.87 respectively, Arcadia City School District. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the request of the City Clerk be granted, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting permission to refund the following: Assessment No.0-196 - Julia S. Clayton, $B.oo, account over-assessment of Land. ,Samuel H. Goodwin, 1945-46 Unsecured Per. Prop. Liquor License tax illegally assessed, $60.48. Saul T. Seidner, 1947-4B Unsecured Per. Prop. tax illegally assessed $20 . 70 . ' I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be authorized to refund the above amounts. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: I I I :1851 AYES: Councilmen 50ucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None Ao,SENT: COllncilman Nugent Communication was read from the Recreation Commission enclosing resignation of Eugene 50wen, Director of R~creation, and recommending the acceptance of this resignation as tendered by Mr. Bowen. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept with regrets the recommendation of the Recreation Commission that the resilnation of Mr. Eugene Bowen, Director of Recreation, be accepted, and that Mr. Bowen be granted two weeks' vacation pay and five days accumulated pay. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Acting City Engineer recommending that permit be granted to the Southern California Edison Company to con- struct a transmission line across City property ten feet ~nside the present property line, extending on Peck Road from EI Monte territory Northerly to Live Oak Ave. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Acting City Engineer. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1860 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OOUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DETERMINING AND DECLARING THAT THE PROPOSED IMPROVEMENT OF ELOORAOO STREET, FANO STREET, GENOA STREET, ALICE STREET, AND SANTA ANITA AVENUE, (EAST LANE) IN SAID CITY IS FEASIo,LE AND THAT THE LANDS TO 5E ASSESSED WILL nE ABLE TO CARRY THE 13URDEN OF SUCH PROPOSED ASSESSMENT. II The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 186o as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None A~SENT: Councilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1857 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF TqE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MAP OF ASSESSME1~ DISTRICT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF PORTIONS OF ELDORADO STREET, FANO STREET, GENOA STREET, AND ALICE STREET, IN SAID CITY OF APCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman o,oucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1857 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1858 entitled: 'A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING PROFILE AND IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVE- MENT OF PORTIONS OF ELDORADO STREET, FA~O STREET, GENOA STREET, AND ALICE STREET, IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1858 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1859 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF A.~CADIA, CALIFDRNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO IMPROVE PORTIONS OF ELDORADO STREET, FANO STREET, GENOA STREET, AND ALICE STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, AND DECLARING SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT TO 5E OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT AND DESCRIBING THE DISTRICT TO 5E BENEFITED BY SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT AND TO '3E ASSESSED TO PAY ':'HE COSTS AND EXPENSES THEREOF, AND DETERMINING THAT SERIAL BONDS SHALL "IE ISSUED TO REPRESENT SAID COSTS AND EXPENSES AnD FIXING A TIME FOR HEA.~ING OBJECTIONS TO SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT, OR TO THE EXTENT OF THE DISTRICT TO BE ASSESSED OR BOTH." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1859 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: 1852 AYES: Councilmen ~oucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1862 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DESIGNATING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY AS THROUGH HIGHWAYS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAINING OF "STOP SIGNS" ON A CERTAIN PRIVATE ROADWAY INTERSECTING WITH SAID THROUGH HIGHWAYS." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Co~ncilman ~oucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1862 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention NO. 1863 entitled: "A RESOLUT10N OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLAJ'.ING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN ALLEY, IN TRACT NO. 8504, AS SHOWN ON MAP RECORDED IN qOOK 107, PAGE 56 OF MAPS, RECORDS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY" IN SAID CITY AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO THE PROPOSED VACATION." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 1863 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried orl Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None A~SENT: Councilman Nugent 1 Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 75R entitled: "AN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION, PROVIDING OFFICERS THEREFOR, DEFINING THEIR POWERS AND DUTIES, PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS FOR FIRE PROTECTION AND FIRE PREVENTION AND LIFE SAFETY IN CONNECTION WITH HAZAROOUS MATER I ALS AND PROCESSES IN SAID CITY; PROVIDI NG PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF; AND REPEALING CERTAIN PARTS OF ORDINANCE NO. 323 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AOOPTED SEPTEMBER 17, 1935, AND ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH", be given its second and final reading.. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimOUSly carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 758. Councilmari Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 758. Said motion was seconded by.Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent I Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 760 entitled: nAN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTAqLISHING ZONES IN THE CITY OF ~~CADIA AND THEREIN REGULATING THE USE OF LAND; HEIGHT OF BUILDINGS AND YARD SPACES, ADOPTING A MAP SHOWING THE BOUNDARIES OF SAID ZONES; DEFINING THE TERMS USED IN THIS ORDINANCE: PROVIDING FOR ITS ADJUSTMENT, Ai'vlENDMENT AND ENFORCEMENT: PRESCRIBING PENALTI ES FOR VIOLATION AND REPEALING ORDINANCES OR PORTIONS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICE THEREWITH.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 760. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unan- imously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 761 enti tIed: "AN ORDINANCE OF T51E CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 23 (2) OF ORDINANCE NO. 737, OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 761. Motion by Councilman Libby, sec9nded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 762 entitled: "AN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTING A PLUM~ING CODE FOR THE CITY OF ARC 4.DIA.", be introduced and read in full. I The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 762. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and un- animously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 763 entitled: "AN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF A~CADIA CALIFORNIA, MAKING AN EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 439 OF SA! D CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED'JUNE 28, 1940.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 763. I I I I 1853 Motion by Council~an Klomp, that the Fire Chief be authorized to obtain bids from varlo~s Architects for the drawing of plans for the pro- posed Fire Station on Orange 'Grove Ave. Said motionwus seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to sell two Matthews Cancelling machines, at a price not less than ~la.::JO each. Said 'motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to lower water lines at Sunset Blvd. and Huntington Drive, for the purpose of aiding the construction of the Michillinda Avenue storm drain, the work to be done as per specifications of Los Angeles County. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen ooucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Suprintendent be requested to report at the next regular meeting in regard to abandoned wells in Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman BOucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Police Department maintain an accura~e inventory record starting with May the 1st, on all gasoline used by the Police Department automotive equipment, and that the City Clerk be furnished with the necessary information on all maintenance and repair charges, to enable him to maintain individual cost records for operating each vehicle. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City grant an easement over the West six feet of the well property located on East Longden Avenue, to Los Angeles County for the purpose of permitting sewer line to run through the City property to Longden Ave. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher a:1d carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klom~, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: CounciL~an Nugent Communication was read from Frank W. Babcock Shows requesting per- mission to show in the City of Arcadia at the Southwest corner of Morlan Place and Santa Anita Ave. from April 25th to May lst inclusive. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that this permit be granted provided the Arcadia American Legion sponsor this Show. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Warrants Nos. 1526 to 158a inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent 1-~;,<l Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Genl Govt Bldgs & Engineering Dept. Fire Dept. ----------------------- Water Dept. ---------------------- 2877 to 2881 Incl. 54 to 58 Incl. 2741 to 2747 Incl. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and mri.d, '''''' eh. m..tt", ",)o=n. -zi!;bt~ Mayor I ATTEST: /L~' City Cler'k/ Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California May 3, 1949, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia ~et on regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell preSiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None 1 Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council held April 19, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing protests, if any, to the proposed improvement of a portion of Palm Drive, pursuant to Resolution of Intention NO.1856. There were no written or verbal protests, Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Street Superintendent be authorized to proceed with the work. Said motion was seconded b1 Council- man Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None 1 Communication from the Arcadia Masonic Temple Association was read, requesting that at the time improvements are made on Eldorado Street that a roll curb be constructed the entire length of Lot 34, Block be, Tract No.866, instead of the conventional cement curbing. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libb1 and un- animOUSly carried, that this communication be referred to the Street Super- intendent for investigation and report back at the next regular meeting of the City Council. Communication from Mrs. Elizabeth M. Winans was read protesting the change of the name of Sunset Blvd, to Temple City Blvd. as proposed for County territory. The City Clerk was instructed to advise Mrs. Winans that as far as the Arcadia City territory is concerned, there will be no change in the present name of Sunset Blvd. Communication from Chester Seay House MOVing Company requesting re- turn of $100.00 cash deposit for moving a house at 715 Duarte Road, was read. Motion by Councilman Libby, that this refund to Chester Seay House I Moving Company be made. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from John E. Anderson registering complaint against Bill Kusick, 1424 S. First Avenue, for the maintaining of a fur- niture manufacturing establishment and sales room. Said communication was referred to the Police Department with in- I I ~'J~!i structions to investigate and report back at the next regular meeting of the City Couno~l. Communication was read from Adolph B. Aichele et aI, complain- ing against Geese owned by neighbors at 542 Fairview Ave. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Burke Marshall & Burke advising that an opinion was filed April 21, 1949, in the District Court of Appeals affirming the Judgment in favor of Petrovich et al and that they intended to petition for rehearing in the District Court of Appeals, and in the event that the petition for rehearing is denied they will file a petition for hearing in the Supreme Court in a further effort to ob- tain a judgment in favor of the City. Said communication wae ordered filed. A request from W. P. Wookey for refund on Business License No. 10383 of unused portion of License, was read. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that refund in the amount of $6 00, being i5% of the unused portion of License No.10383, be allowed. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., regarding the post- ing of signs, banners and flags in parkways in violation of Ordinance No.481, was read. Motion by Oouncilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that a copy of this communication be transmitted to the Chief of Police with instructions to abate any violation. Communication was read from H. R, Wileon and Associates ask- ing permission to deed to the City of Arcadia a certain small triangul- ar piece of Mayflower Ave. at the Southeast City limits. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded b Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City accept the deed for this triangul- ar piece of land described as follows: A triangular piece being a part of Lot 34, F. A. Geier Tract for the extension of Mayflower Avenue. Communication from Robert R. Irone was read requesting refund of Permit No.1389 to remove curb at 1015 Rodeo Road, and Building Per- mit No.11305 to erect a dwelling at the same address. , Motion by Councilman Nugent, that refund in the amount of 0 $33.00 be allowed as requested, subject to the approval of the City Engineer. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from Los Angeles County Road Commission- er O. F. Cooley, stating that if and when the proposed improvements are completed they will assume the maintenance obligation of the three feet of Michillinda Avenue within the City of Arcadia as sub-divisions are developed, with the underetanding that the maintenance of the curbs, ~idewalks and parkway area would not be involved, and with the further understanding that the street improvements within Arcadia will consist of cement concrete curbs and a two foot concrete gutter. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Regional Planning Commission of Los Angeles County transmitting a print showing the proposed Amend- ment No.130 to the Master Plan of Highways of Los Angeles County, which would affect highways within our City. Said communication was referred to the Planning Commission. Communication was read from the Chief Olerk, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, requesting permission for the establishment of a prisoners work project at the Los Angeles State and County Arboretum, and authorizing the County Sheriff to transport prisoners daily from the County Jail to the work project. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the permiSSion requested be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: Councilman Boucher Communication was read from the County Surveyor, County of Los Angeles, attaching specifications and map of Assessment District, and advising that the County had initiated proceedings for the con- struction of sanitary sewers in Loganrita Avenue and other rights of way, under County Improvement No.126~, which includes property benefit- :1856 ed by the improvement within the City of Arcadia, and requesting per- mission from the city Council to assess the property within the City of Arcadia and to the exercise of jurisdiction by the Board of Super- visors over the proceedings necessary thereto. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Attorney be in- structed to draw the necessary Resolution to grant consent and jurdis- diction to the County of Los Angeles as requested. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication from the city Attorney to Ernest L,. Geddes, Assemblyman, Sacramento, relative to Certificate of Acceptance to two acre site deeded by the City to the State, and inquiring as to the status of the proposed Armory in Arcadia, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the City Attorney regarding the Pacific Electric Railway application to substitute bus service for the existing rail service, for which hearing was set before the State Public Utilities Commission in Los Angeles on May 11, 1949, and inquiring as to whether the City wished him to represent them at the hearing, and the attitude of the City Council toward this application. The City Council requested Mr. Cornyn to attend the meeting set for May 11, 1949, as an observer for the City. Co~unication was read from the Planning Commission attaching revised final map of proposed Tract No.14940 located on Colorado St. North of the Turf Club, and recommending same for final approval sub- ject to the following: 1 - Rancho Santa Anita to grant the necessary easements for water linee over Lots 16, 53 and 54. 2 - Agreement on the part of the subdivider that Oxford Drive and Cambridge Drive will have access to the new proposed Baldwin Ave. 3 - Approval of the Water Department I Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommend- ation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of proposed Tract No.14940 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, subject to the three conditions above listed, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and ac- ceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No.14940, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No.307 of said City of Arcadia. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recdmmend- ing for approval the Amendment No.126 to the Master Plan of Highways of Los Angeles County as submitted by the Regional Planning Commission,. ehowing the relocation of proposed Baldwin Avenue around the Arboretum. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Planning Commission for approval of the above 126 be accepted. Said motion was seconded by carried On Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None recommendation of the mentioned Amendment No. , Councilman Bo~cher and I Communication was read from S. M. Lee, Water Superintendent, recommending payment of overtime for employeee in the Water Department for the month of April 1949, as. follows: Andrew Berkompas --------- 2 D. E. Frazier ------------ 6 John Frazier ------------- 2 Leland B. Hanson -------- 15 John Herrin ------------- 41 Owen Hibarger ----------- 23 Edwin Highton ----------- 5 John Markel ------------- 30 V. R. McMickell --------- 6 Robert Nelson ----------- 19 Thomas B. Poyner -------- 18 Manuel Ramirez ---------- 39 Joseph R. Rose ---------- 22 John Thomas --~---------- 2 Louis Wolf -------------- 12 Hours " " " " " " " " " " " .1 II II II Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime on a etraight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent I I I I i.aci? Communication was read from Fire Chief Nellis attaching pro- posals from Ken Banks, Ellis Wing Taylor and Raphael A. Nicolais, all being certified Architects, setting out their proposed fees for draw- ing plans for the proposed Fire Station to be built on Orange Grove Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Raphael A. Nicolais be hired to furnish complete plans and specifications for the proposed Fire Station, for the sum of 5~ of the complete construction cost of the building, and to include any consultation which might be necessary as the work pro- gresses. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ,NOES: None Communication was read from Chief of Police cahill advising that he had removed Officer Jack Tillotson from otorcycle duty and replaced him with Officer Ray OWen, and requesting that Officer Tillotson's sal- ary be reduced $10.00 per month effective May 1, 1949, and Officer OWen's salary be increased $10.00 per month, effective May 1, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the Chief of Police be authoriz- ed to make the above described changes. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, ~ibby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Report from the Police Department relative to the investigation of a nuisance involving Bob and George's Ready Mix Company at 1903 N. Peck Road, as called to our attention by the El Monte Community Chamber of Commerce, was read. Investigation by Sergeant Peterson stated that in his opinion this operation does not constitute a nuisance in this area. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be instructed to advise the El Monte Chamber of Commerce of the results of the Police Department in- ves tiga tion. Communication from the Chief of Police advising that it bad been necessary to hire A. L. Blanchard, No.1 on the eligible list for Patrol- men, in view of Captain Jack Stine's absence from duty, effective as of May 1, 1949' also that it would be necessary to hire O. E. Harper also from the eligible list, for vacation relief during the absence of 9fficer Gilliland, as of May 16, 1949, was read. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the request of the Chief of Police as above, be granted and the Personnel Board be so advised. Communication was read from the Chief of Police attaching a map setting forth an existing hazard in 'the vicinity just West of the junction of Colorado Place and Colorado Blvd., caused by the parking of auto- mobiles on the highways when occupants are vieWing flowers in the Milli- ken Gardens, and proposes that "No Parking" signs be erected as per map attached. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimOUSly carried, that the City Council accept the recommendation of Chief Cahill and the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the nec- essary Resolution. Communication was read from the Planning Commission attaching petitions requesting the improvement of alley south of Buntington Drive from Santa Anita to Second Avenue. By combining these petitions in one district they carry the signatures of owners of 63.3% of the owners of the area of the district. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the request of the improve- ment of the above named alley be approved, and that the City Attorney and City Engineer be authorized to initiate and carry through the nec- essary proceedings therefor. Communication was read from the Acting City Engineer requesting overtime payment for the month of April for Paul Ar~trong, Carpenter, 42 hours, and Anist Mussachia for waxing, polishing floors, etc., 59 hours. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the request of the Acting City Engineer be approved, and Paul Armstrong and Anist Mussachia be paid for eaid overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on R~ll Call as followe: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from the Department of Recreation request- ing that H. T. Alumbaugh and assistant, be paid $86.00 for square and folk dance direction on the evenings of March 18, 25 and April 1, 8, 15 22 and 29, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the request of the Recreation Department be approved, and H. T. Alumbaugh and assistant, be paid 1~;:)r; $86.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows.: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from George Nevin, Manager City Em- ployees Soft Ball Team, requesting that the City Council appropriate $25.00 for the entrance fee into the City Soft Ball League. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the request for $25.00 en- trance fee to the City Soft Ball League be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting per- mission to refund duplicate payments of the Arcadia Masonic Temple Assn., Assessment No.2102 in the amount of $2.58, and Charles E. Lamar, Assessment No.8062 in the amount of $8.34 - 1948-49 taxes. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the.City Clerk be authoriz- ed to make the above listed refunds. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Ruesell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Clerk requesting per- mission to refund to Edith F. Mayclin, Assessment No.6692 - 1948-49 taxes, in the amount of $10.57, account reduction of improvements from $4470.00 to $3650.00. . Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the request of the City Clerk I to make the above change in the 1948-49 tax Doll be approved, subject to the approval of the City Attorney, and refund in the amount of $10.57 be made to Edith F. Mayclin. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from Glen Dyer Post No.247, American Legion, requesting permission to engage in the sale of Fireworks on July 1, 2, 3, and 4, 1949, according to City Ordinance. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the request of Glen Dyer Post No.247, American Legion, for the sale of fireworks, be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried. on Roll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Telegram was received and read from M. J. Gray, 444 Catalpa Road, complaining of the outside toilets used by Build~g Contractors and urging an Ordinance banning these abominations. Said telegram was referred to the City Engineer. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read ResolutiGn No.1864 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDER- ING CERTAIN WORK AND IMPROVEMENT TO BE DONE ON A PORTION OF PALM DRIVE IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA. " I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1864 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney ~ornyn presented and read Resolution No.1865 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, CONCERNING THE WATER EMERGENCY IN CALIFORNIA." Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No.1865 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1866 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDER- ING CERTAIN WORK AND IMPROVEMENT TO BE DONE ON AN EASEMENT KNOWN AS OAK VIEW LANE AND OTHER EASEMENTS IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA. " . The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No.1866 as I I I i-St)9 read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ' , City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1867 en- titled: '~RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,CALIFOR- NIA, GRANTING CONSENT AND JURISDICTION TO THE OOUNTY OF LOS ANGELES IN THE MATTER OF COUNTY IMPROVEMENT NO.1265 LOGANRlTA AVENUE AND OTHER RIGHTS OF WAY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. ' Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No.1867 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.(6o entitled: '!AN ORDIN- ANCE ESTABLISHING ZONES IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA AND THEREIN REGULATING THE USE OF LAND: HEIGHT OF BUILDINGS AND YARD SPACES: ADOPTING A MAP SHOWING THE BOUNDARIES OF SAID ZONES: DEFINING THE TERMS USED IN THIS ORDINANCE: PROVIDING FOR THE ADJUSTMENT, AMENDMENT AND ENFORCEMENT: PRE- SCRIBING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION AND REPEALING ORDINANCES OR PORTIONS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT THEREWITH.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by councilman Klomp! seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Counc 1 waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.760. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance NO.760. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.761 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 23(2) OF ORDINANCE NO.737 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously car- ried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordin- ance No. 761- Councilman Libby moved the ado~tion of Ordinance NO.761. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES:' Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and'Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.762 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A PLUMBING CODE FOR THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA,", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously car- ried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordin- ance No.762. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Qrdinance NO.762. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: ' AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councl1man Klomp, 'seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance NO.763 entitled: "AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, MAKING AN EXCEPTION TO CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO.439 OF SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED JUNE 28, 1940.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there vas a motion by councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimOUSly carried that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance NO.763. Councl1man Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance NO.763. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None J..8tiO Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.764 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDERING THE VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF THAT CERTAIN STREET KNOWN AS HISTORIA ROAD AND PORTIONS OF THOSE CERTAIN PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY KNOWN AS LA ROSA ROAD (FORMERLY KNOWN AS ELMA ROAD), PALOMA DRIVE, ENCANTO IDlIVE, AND PANORAMA DRIVE, ALL SUCH STREETS BEING IN TRACT NO.14428 IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA.", be introduced. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance NO.764. ; Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nu~ent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.765 entitled: AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF THAT CERTAIN ALLEY IN TRACT NO.7820 OF SAID CITY EXTENDING FROM THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF FOREST AVENUE TO THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID TRACT, AND LYING WEST OF LOTS 67 TO 71, INCLU- sIVE, AND EAST OF LOT 72 IN SAID TRACT IN SAID CITY. ", be introduced. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.765. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.766 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA CREATING THE POSITION OF PURCHASING AGENT, SPECIFYING THE DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED AND FIXING THE COMPENSATION TO BE PAID THEREFOR.", be introduced. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance NO.766. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare an Ordinance requiring the closing of all abandoned wells in the City of Arcadia. I Communication was read from the Cal-Transit Lines, Inc., re- I questing permission and applying for a franchise to establish a regular bus system in the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that this communication be given further consider- ation and that the City Clerk be instructed to send a copy of this communication to the Chamber of Commerce, the Junior Chamber of Com- merce, West Arcadia Merchants Association and the Downtown Merchants Association, requesting these bodies give this matter their immediate consideration, so that a report might be made of the findings, at the next Council meeting to be held May 17, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the City donate the safe given to the City by Lucky Baldwin and now in the Police Department, to the Historical Department of the State and County Arboretum, who have definitely expressed their interest in acquiring this safe. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council approve the I request of the City of Sierra Madre for the purchase this year of 300 acre feet of exchange water from the Santa Anita Basin, from the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the various Department heads be request- ed to furnish the City Clerk with their Budget requirements for the year 1949-50, not later than June 1, 1949. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the request by the Police Department to con- duct their annual Police Relief Association dance at the Turf Club on June 25, 1949, be approved. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that all bids covering the furnishing of chain link fence to the City of Arcadia be rejected ex- cept the bid of the Pacific Fence Company, and that said bid be awarded I the Pacific Fence Company for the construction of a six foot two inch chain link fence in the amount of $997.50, in City property located at Colorado Blvd. and Second Avenue, and that the City Clerk be in- structed to return all cash deposits to the unsuccessful bidders. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: , AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell "NOES: None /) _ ~ Communication from the Arcadia Junior Chamber of Commerce was read, relative to a better system of rubbish and garbage disposal I jUJSi for the City of Arcadia. No action was taken on this communication until further con- sideration could be given to it. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Warrants, Nos.158l to 1706 incl. as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee, be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded byCouncilman Klomp and Unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders coveriqg: Fire Dept. -------- 59 to 62 Incl. Water Dept. ------- 2740 to 2750 " 1 to 10" Street Dept. ------,2883 to 2884 " Motion by Councilman Boucher, seponded by Councilman Klomp and carried, that the meeting adjourn. -6pg// Mayor ATTEST: /f'~. ~ City Clerk . Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California May 17, 1949, 8:00 o'clock P. M. . The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time Rnd mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: Councilman Poucher Motion by Councilman Klompl seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously cRrried, that the minutes of the regular meeting held May 3, 1949, be and the same 3re hereby approved. The City Clerk opened and read the following bids on the improve- ment of a portion of Palm Drive: Harvey Construction Co. ------------ Reuel K. Attwood ------------------- James L. Miller ~ Sons ------------- A-I Paving Co. --------------------- American Asphalt Paving Co. -------- ~ 4331. 29 4821. 57 5551.68 5655.89 5764.24 The above bids were referred to the Street Superintendent for report back later in the meeting. The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the improvement of Easement known as Oakview Lane, and other easements, as follows: Cannell ~ Losch Engr. Contractors -- $ 4106.oo Delno Hall ------------------------- 5643.50 Said bids were referred to the Water Superintendent for report back later in the meeting. The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing protests if any, against the confirmation of assessment report for sidewalks on the North side of Huntington Drive between Santa Anita Avenl1e and SRn Rafael Ave. There were not written or verbal protests. Motion by Councilman ~lomp, that the assessment costs as presented in the reoort. by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roli Call City Council confirm the Said ~otion was seconded as follows: 1-862 AYES: Councilmen Libby, Klomp, Nugent and P.ussell NOES: None AESENT: Councilman Boucher The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing protests if any, against the proposed vacation of allAY in Tract No. 8504, pursuant to Resolution of Intention No. 1863. Verbal protest was registered by Mr. Figolen, 326 N. Huntington Motion by Councilnan Klomp, that the City Council accept the recommAndation of the Planning Commission for the vacation of a portion of alley in Tract No. 8504, and that the protest of Mr. Figolen bo denied. I Dri ve. Said motion was seconded by Counci lman Nugent .and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russelt NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the Gity Council for hearing protests, if any, ~gainst the proposed improve- . ment of portions of Eldorado St., Fano st., Genoa st., and Alice st., pursuant to Resolution No. 1859. Written protest was read from Norman A. MacKinnon. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the protest of Norman A. Mac- Kinnon be denied, and that the work and improvement be authorized. Said motion was seconned by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None A~SENT: Councilman Boucher I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Engineer be in- structed to proceed with the improvement of portions of Eldorado Street, Fano st., Genoa St., and Alice St., as per Resolution of Intention No. 1859. Said motion was seconded by Gouncilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klom?, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Councilman Boucher took his seat at the Council table at 8:25 o',clock P. M. The following protests against the transfer of racing from Hollywood Park to Santa Anita Park were read: Copy of Resolution from the Arcadia Council of Protestant I Churches Letter from R. W. Schulze Letter from. J. P. Curry, Jr. Copy of Resolution from P.ancho Santa Anita Resinents Assn. Letter from Margaret J. Penfold Letter from C. Paul DuBois Letter from Gustave C. Hoenes Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimouslY carried, that copies of these protests be forwarded to both the California Assembly and the California State Racing Board. CommunicatiQn from W. R. Miner, was read, requesting that immediate action be taken to substitute for the. existing Ordinance which bans self- service gasoline stations. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Attorney prepare an Ordinance to replace the recent Ordinance governing the operation of gasoline service stations by substituting proper regulations for the maintenance of self-service gasoline stations. Said motion, was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on P.o II C all as follows; AYES: Councilmen Klom?, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None NOT VOTI~G: Councilman Boucher I Petition was read from John H. Horner et aI, requesting that the City of Arcadia accept Fallen Leaf Lane as part of the Arcadia Street System. Said petition was referred to the Planning Commission. Comm1:.nication was read from the 'Nest Arcadia Business Assoc- iation complaining about the absence of sidewalks on the West side of I I I I .LOU"> Baldwin Avenue ~etween Huntington Drive and Duarte Road, and requesting toe City Council recommend the construction of sidewalks. Motion by Councilman Nugsnt, secondod by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that the City Clerk write the West Arcadia '3uslness Association and inform them as to the usual procedure for the obtaining of this improvement. Communication was reqd from Burke, Marshall ~ Burke advising that under date of May 7, 1949, the District Court of A?peals rejected a petition for rehearing in the case of the City of Arcadia vs. Petrovich et aI, and that they were proceeding with the preparation of petition for hearing ~y the Supreme Court on behalf of the City, asking that the judgm9nt of the Superior COlwt be reversed. Said communication was ordered filed. Communications from the Downtown "nsiness Association, West Arcadia Business Association, Arcadia Chamber of Co~~erce, Arcadia Realty Board, and protest of Mrs. Horace C. Self et al, regarding the proposed bus line to be operated by Cal Transit Lines, Inc., were referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole.. Communication from John G. Nazaroff was read, requesting permission to sub-let a portion of the rear of the property on North peck Road which he leases from the City, to Mr. H. R. Robilard for the purpose of parking trucks. In consideration for this permission Mr. Nazaroff agrees to pay to the City of Arcadia ~IO.00 per month. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that John G. Nazaroff be permitted to sub-lease to H. R. Robilard a portion of the City property leased by him on North Peck Road for the purpose of parking trucks. In consideration for this permission Mr. Nazaroff is to pay the City $10.)0 per month. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Arcadia Safety Council urging that the City take the necessary action to clear all corners of hazardous shrubs and other obstructions. Members of the Arcadia Safety Council in the audience were assured that the City will take immediate steps to locate these obstructions as called to their attention, and correct the condition as soon as possible. Communi~ation was read from the Arcadia Safety Council requesting that at the time the Arcadia American Legion requests permission to sell fireworks for the Fourth of July, that the City Council c~refully consider the matter ~efore issuing permit. Said communication was ordered filed. Co~~unication from Charles Walkup was read, advising that he has recently opened a United States Post Office in his store, and re~uesting permission to place a sign in the parkway opposite his place of business to read as follows: "UNITED STATES POST OFFICE, AR:::ADIA, CALIFORNIA, STATION #3". Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the request of Charles Walkup be granted. Communication from G. E. Kinsey was read, advising that they are rescinding the right granted to toe City in their letter of November as, 1947, providing for the City to remove the building used by the Red Cross and Veterans Services, located on Lot 26, Block 74, of the Santa Anita Tract, on or before October 25, 1948. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the City of Sierra Madre expressing their appreciation and thanks for the cooperation of the City of Arcadia in the Sierra Madre water situation. Said communication was ordered filed. :::ommunication was read from the Arcadia Library Board advising that the terms of Mrs. Anne Joneson and Mrs. DeForest Stoll, as members of the Library Eoard of Trustees, expire on June 30, 1949. Mayor Russell nominated and recommended for re-appointment Mrs. Joneson and Mrs. Stoll to succeed themselves for the three year term commencing July I, 1949, as members of the Arcadia Library Board of Trustees. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Mayor for the reappointment of Mrs. Joneson and Mrs. Stoll to the Library Poard for the three year term ended June 30, 1952. Communication from K. N. Peck submitting plans and specifications for the landscaping of the new City Hall grounds a~d the installation of sprinkling system, was read. :1864 Said plans and specifications were referred to the City Council as a Committee of the Whole. Coa~unication was read from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce attaching a letter from the Monterey Girls Drum and Bugle Corp, wherein they request that the Chamber of Commerce be represented by a float in a parade Friday evening, June 17, 1949 , in Monterey Rark, and that the float might take the form of a City official riding in a car bearing the City's name. The City Clerk was authorized to inform the Chamber of Commerce that they will be represented in this parade to be held in Monterey Park June 17, 1949. 1 Communication from the Pacific Electric Railway Co., relative to noioe caused by inbound trains crossing at Huntington Drive, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from the California Legislature to C ity Attorne~r Cornyn relative to AB 7299, was read., Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Ennest R. Geddes, member of the California Legislature, relative to the Armory for the City of Arc~dia on the Civic Center site. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from Ernest R. Geddes, Assemblyman, was read, enclpsing a copy pf a letter received from the Adjuta,t General wherein he advised that a Type E. Armory has been scheduled for Arcadia, and that the construction of the Armory will depend l~on the amount of money made available by the Legislature. The budget which is being conside~ed at present includes an adequante amount from the General Fund to construct all Armories at present contemplated. . 1 Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Raphael A. Nicolais, Architect, enclosing the standard agreement for Architectural service. Said com~unication was referred to the City Attorney. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Englneer be instructed to call for bids for the improvement of 3~ acres of the Reservoir site on Michillinda Blvd., the property of the City, by the removal of the concrete forming the face of the Reservoir and the grading of the property, including filling in the hole. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent >md carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent end Russell None Communication was read from City Attorney Cornyn relative to I the City Reservoir site and attaching a detailed report of G..S. Meade, whereio he stated in his opinion the City should receive about $6000.00 for thi s property. Said communication was ordered filed. The following Applications were presented for permission to sell racing infonnation in accordance with t~e provisions of Ordinance No. 614, as amended, from May 17, 1949 to July 29, 1949, Inc.; Fred M. Baedeker and John E. Baedeker Joseph S. Carr Mrs. Cecil Collins Marie La Duke (2) Bernard Estin Robert Malloy George Miller (2) Ex-Jockey O'Connor Turfcraft Robert B. Way Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that t!1ese applications be approved and that the City Clerk be authorized to issue Licenses to the above named individuals for the sale of racing information. The following applications were presented for Owners Permits, Autos for hire, taxicabs: I Vincent J. Culotta James F. ,Greer Philip ~. Kennedy - two cars John Popp Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be instructed to issue licenses to the above, subject to the approval of the Chief of Police. I I I ~(')u" Communication from the Planning Commission was read~ recocmend- ing for approval request of .John Murfett to di vide a lot at ol7 Fairview Ave., now having a frontage of 145.19 ft., into two lots 72.595 each. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted, and John Murfett be permitted to divide the lot above described. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending that permission be granted to Mr. Cecil D. Collins, D+15 S. Tenth Ave., to sell 70 feet of his property and retain 68.75 ft. for the existing house. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and the request of Mr. Cecil D. Collins to sell 70 feet of his property be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Planning Commission attaching Resolution relative to City of Arcadia Ordinance No. 742, which was adopted by the Planning Commission at their meeting held May 5, 1949. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Planning Commission advising that on June 9, 1949, the Planning Congress of California will hold their regular meeting in Arcadia, and that the price of the dinner ticket will be ~2.00. Invitation was extended to members of the City Council and City Officials by the Planning Commission to attend, and request made that the City Council authorize the expense. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the request of the Planning Commission that this expense be authorized, be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Planning Commission advising a public hearing had beep held on May 5, 1949, on the matter of zoning the area at the southwest corner of Baldwin Ave., and Naomi Ave. recently annexed to the City by Ordinance No. 759. No protests written or verbal were registered. The Planning Commission recommended that the above parcel be made a district in Zone C-2 to correspond with other business properties in the vicinity. There were no objections from the audience after an opportunity was extended for a hearing. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as above set forth be accepted. Said motion WllS seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending that appropriate action be taken to establish a 20 foot building setback line on the west side of Baldwin Ave. south of Naomi Ave. in the territory recently annexed by Ordinance No. 759. This will correspond with the set-back line to the North. Also, that a deed be secured for the northerly five feet of the parcel annexed to wide~ Naomi Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission as above stated, and the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary ~esolution providing the petitioner furnishes deed to the North five feet of the parcel annexed. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Planning Commission attaching tentative map of proposed Tract No. 15737, located on Mayflower Avenue south of EI Sur. It was the understanding of the Commission that one of the owners of the land has withdrawn from the Tract. In view of this and since the lots are below the minimum and there is an error in the location of the City boundary on the map, it is recommended for disapproval. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation for dis- aoproval by the Planning Commission of tentative map of proposed Tract No. 15737 be accopted. Said motion was seconded by Council~an Boucher and carried on Roll C all as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None 1Htit, Co~~unication was read from the Pla~nin~ Commission recommend- ing for disapproval map of proposed Tract No. 1596o located between Altura Drive .and Michillinda Ave., as xhe Commission felt that the design of this Tract does not conform to reasonably good City Planning. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the PI~~ninb Commission, and that map of proposed Tract No. 15960, be disapproved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nagent and Russell None I Co~~unicatlon from the Planning Commission was re~d, recommend- ing for approval the request of Dr. Joseph Saylin and John and Peggy Castle that setback line requirements be removed from Foothill Blvd. from First Avenue to Fifth Avenue. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that setback on Foothill Blvd. between First Avenue and Fifth Avenue be removed. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Kloffi9, Libby, Nugent and Russell None. Communication was read from the Planning Commission stating they had no objection to Amendment No. 130 to the Master Plan of High- ways of Los Angeles County, which eliminates from the Master Plan the proposed ~oma Alta Drive Parlrnay in the Northerly part of the City. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council approve the recommend'ation of the Planning Commission as above set forth. I Motion by Councilman Libby, that the departmental recommend- ations of the Personnel Board for increases in salaries according to Wage Plan schedule and the appointment to permanent status under the Bules and TIegulations of the Personnel System, of the individuals listed below, be approved: Edw. T. Harris - Fire Apparatus Engr. Ethel Rogers, Jr. Steno Acct Clerk Gerald O. Dawson - Equip-Opr. Lab. Ray Owen - Patrolman Leonard S. Moyer - Fire Apparatus Engr Robert Orchard - Hoseman INCREASE No rei se n.OO 9.00 15.00 No raise 14.00 EFFECTIVE May 17~ 1949 June lb, 1949 June I, 1949 June 4, 1949 May 15, 191-!-9 June I, 1949 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Personnel Board in reference to the position classification "Maintenance Man and Power Equipment I Operator", stating that the Board will probably have a meeting the last of this month, at which time this matter will be discussed. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Personnel Board submitting the names of three individuals from the eligible list for Mechanic and four individuals from,the eligible list for Equipment Operator, as follows: MECHANIC - - - - - - - - - I - Hugh E. Kent 2 - Stanley M. Johnson 3 - Charles W. Hodson EQ,UI PI.IENT-OPERATOR LABO~ER - - - - - - - - - I - Roy L. Zahl 2 - Robert R. Phillips 3 - George Williams 4 - Frank Sil vas Motion by Councilman Libby, that Hugh E. Kent be employed immediately at the starting salary as advertised for Mechanic, and that RoY L. Zahl and Frank Silvas be employed as Equipment Operator Laborers at the prevailing starting salary as advertised for this position. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll ~all as follows: I AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Personnel Board advising that Mrs. Evelyn L. Little, 752 W. Huntington Dr., Arcadia, who is No. I on the eligible list for Junior Stenographer Account Clerk, would accept a full time position in the City of Arcadia, and recommending that she be appointed to the position in the City Treasurer's office. I 1.(;0'1 Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred back to the Personnel Soard. Communication was read from the Personnel Board calling to the attention of theCity Council that at the meeting held March 7, 1949 with the Water Committee and Mr. Scott Lee, Water Superintendent, it was agreed that Mr. Talley be returned to the Water Department as Assistant Water Supr. This communication was referred to the City Council as a Committee of the Whole. Communication was read from the Fire Chief recommending that L. S. Moyer be allo"led leave of absence from July 19th to August 4, 1949, inclusive, in connection with his vacation, and Frank E. Hale be granted leave of absence from October 9th to October l4, 1949, inclusive, also in connection with his vacation, said leaves to be with- out.pay. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that leaves of absence without pay be granted L. S. Moyer and Frank E. Hale, from July 19th to August 4, 1949, and October 9th to October 14, 1949, respectively. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on FoIl Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Fire Chief advising that William G. Alexander and Richard D. Shorts had been employed from the eligible list for hoseman, as temporary hosemen for the vacation period, at the rate of ~190.00 per month, plus ~25.00 cost of living allowance, effective May 15 and May 17, 1949, respectively. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that William G. Alexander and Richard D. Short be employed as temporary hosemen for the vacation period at the rate of $190.00 per month plus $25.00 temporary cost of living increase, effective as of May 16 and May 17, 1949, respectively. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: N"one Communication from the Chief of Police was' read, attaching list showing the posts to be manned for the coming racing meet and advising that Harry S. Johnston has been hired for the racing meet to replace Charles Hoy for the purpose of controlling tip sheet sellers and who pass out. Said communication was referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole. Communication was read from the Chief of Police advising that he had contacted Ken Banks, Raphael Nicholais and Ellis Wing Taylor regarding plans for a new Police Station, and that they would meet May 18, 1949 to consider plans that he had brought back from the New York Convention of International Chiefs. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Chief of Polics requesting that the following named persons be reimbursed for dinner held at the Elks Club, Pasadena, in connection with a meeting of the State Safety Council held May 3, 1949: Chief of Police - 4 meals @ ~2.75 each City Attorney --- I meal @ ~2.75 City Judge ------ 2 meals @ ~2.75 each .~ll. 00 2.75 5.50 Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the above persons be re- imbursed for the cost of the dinner at the Elks Club in Pasadona, on May 3, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police attaching map of intersection of Colorado Place a~d Colorado Blvd. upon which he outlined proposed Boulevard Stops and other methods of control. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the City Engineer to take up with the Division of Highways for their recommendation. Communication was read from R. C. Ewing, City Clerk, re~uesting permi ssion to cancel delinquent taxes in t he amount of $9212. 57. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the request of the City Clerk for cancellation of delinquent taxes in the amount of $9212.57, subject to the approval of the City Attorney, be granted. 1B68 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Co~unication was read from the City Clerk, requesting per- mission to make the following changes on the 1948-49 tax ~oll, and that refunds as listed be made: Assess #6771 2nd half 1948-49 taxes, Refund Leonard S. I Moyer, account duplIcate payment <If 13.74 .,............ . w Assess #4025 1948-49 taxes. Reduce improvements from $4760 to $1240.00; refund Emma Childers......... 48.99 Assess # 540 Improvements reduced from $4400.00 to $1920.00 - 1948-49 taxes, refund Emma and Tessie H. Chi lders. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35.39 Assess # 441 Improvements reduced from $1$30.00 to $1350.00 - 1948-49.taxes. Refund Emma and Tessie H. Childers............................. , 7.35 Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be authorized to make the above changes on the 19~8-49 tax roll, and the refunds as specified, by Councilman Bouch~r and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., relative to barricades ~t the East line of Hugo Reid Drive, was read. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. I Communication was read from the Department of Recreation re- questing payment to H. T. Alumbaugh in the amount of $22.00 for square and folk dance direction on the evenings of May 6th and 13, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the City Clerk be instructed to pay Mr. Alumbaugh ~22.00 for square and folk dance direction on the evenings of May 6 and 13, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll C all as follows: . AYES: NOES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby ~nd Russell Councilmen Boucher and Nugent Motion by CounciJman Nugent that the Mayor and Ci ty Clerk be authorized to sign the Agreement by and between the City of Arcadia and Southern California Edison Co. in connection with the operation ~~d expense of lighting maintenance District No. I in the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll C all as follows: Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the Mayor and City Clerk be I authorized to sign the Agreement by and between the City of Arcadia and the Southern ealifornia Edison Co. in connection with the operation and expense of Lighting Maintenance Distri ct No.2. Said motion' was seconded by Councilr.lan Li bby and carri ed on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign Agreement between the City of Arcadia and the Pacific Fence Company for the fencing of certain City property located at Colorado Blvd. and Second Avenue in the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Agreement between the City of Arcadia I and Southern California Water Company, covering the purchase of water and the agreement for the purchase of lines and facilities for $6000.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll C all as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell . NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Engineer be auth- orized to hire Carl Bisbee who is No. I on the eligible list for Custodian, effective May 18, 1949, at the prevailing starting wage for this position. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1872 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT DEED COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA. The proviSions of said Resolution were then discussed. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Resolution No.1872 be adopt- ed as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Lipby,~ugent and Russell NOES: None I I I iH89 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Verbal protests were heard from T. L. McConahay at 14 E. Huntington Dr., protesting the erection of curbs which would sub- stantially reduce the driveway area in front of his place of business. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the driveway in front of "Buster's Drive In" be left as it is. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher. Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion bI Councilman Klomp, that all bids covering the improve- ment of easement Oakview Lanen and other easements, be rejected except the bid of Cannell & Losch Engr. Contractors, and that said contract be awarded to Cannell & Losch Engr. Contractors in the sum of $4100.00 in accordance with their bid; and the City Clerk be instructed to return all cash deposits to the unsuccessful bidders. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, that all bids for the improvement of a portion of Palm Drive be rejected except the bid of Harvey Con- struction Company, and that said contract be awarded to Harvey Con- struction Company in the sum of $4331.29 in accordance with their bid; and that the City Clerk be instructed to return all Cashiers Checks to the uneuccessful bidders. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None . . City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1868 entitled: nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, PROVIDING FOR PAYMENT OF COMPENSATION FOR ADDITIONAL POLICE PERSONNEL AND FOR OVERTIME WORK TO CERTAIN EMPLOYEES OFTHE POLICE DEPARTMENT OF SAID CITY. n The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1868 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1869 enti tled: ,"A RESOLUTION 01<' THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT DEED COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The proviSions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1869 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1870 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CI!I'Y COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT DEED COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA. n The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1870 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1871 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ESTABLISH SETBACK LINES ON A PORTION OF A CERTAIN STREET, TO\VIT: BALDWIN A VENUE, IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of saId Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1871 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: :1800 AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1873 entitled: itA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA. REQUESTING FROM THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CERTAIN GASOLINE TAX FUNDS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF CERTAIN PU8LIC STREETS IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA.N The provisions of said Resolution were then discuseed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1873 I as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1874 en- titled, nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AWARD- ING CONTRACT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF PALM DRIVE IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA 'ro HARVEY CONSTRUCTION CO.n The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1874 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1875 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AWARDING CONTRACT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF' OAKVIEW LANE. TO CANNEL & LOSCH, ENGINEERING CONTRACTORS.N I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of 'Resolution No. 1875 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 764 entitled: "AN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA. ORDERING THE VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF THAT CERTAIN STREET KNO'NN AS HISTORIA ROAD AND PORTIONS OF THOSE CERTAIN PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY KNOWN AS LA ROSA ROAD (FORMERLY KNOWN AS EIJtA ROAD), PALOMA DRIVE, ENCANTO DRIVE, AND PANORAMA DRIVE, ALL SUCH STREETS BEING IN TRACT NO. 14428 IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA. N, be gi ven its seco nd and final reading. The title of eaid Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, se,conded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 764. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 764. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: I .AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 795 entitled: NAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF THAT CERTAIN ALLEY IN TRACT No. 7820 OF SAID CITY, EXTENDING FROM THE SOUTHERLY ,LINE OF FOREST AVENUE 'ro THE SOUTHERLY LINE OF SAID TRACT AND LYING WEST OF LOTS 67 TO 71" INCLUSIVE, AND EAST OF LOT 72 IN SAID TRACT, IN SAID CITY", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimOUSly carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 765,. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 765. , Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on' Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libb, and unanimOUSly carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 766 entitled: AN, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CREATING THE POSITION OF PURCHASING AGENT, SPECIFYING THE DUTIES. 'ro BE PERFORMED AND VIXING THE COMPENSATION 'ro BE PAID THEREFOR.n, be given its second and final reading. ~'\ I I I I 11 Q'" , ..,.0 if.. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion. by Councilman Klomp, esconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 766. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 766. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 767 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADI A, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 2 AND 4 OF ORDINANCE NO. 710 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTED AND APPROVED JUNE 2, 1948, PROVIDING FOR THE CREATION OF A DISASTER COUNCIL.", be introduced. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 767. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 769 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA CLASSIFYING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR ZONING PURPOSES AND ESTABLISHING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE C-2 OF SAID CITY." be introduced. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 769. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libb~ and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 770 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REQUIRING THE CAPPING OF WELLS." be introduced. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 770. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Clerk be instructed to call for bids for the resurfacing of Murietta Drive West from Old Ranch Road to 200 feet West of San Simeon; San Simeon from Old Ranch Road to Murietta; San Vicente from Old Ranch Road to Murietta, the work to consist of alternate bids either pre-mix paving or oil macadam; said bids to be opened at the next regular meeting of the City Council to be held June 7, 1949, at 8:00 O'clock P. M. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Clerk be instructed to call for bids for the paving of Santa Clara St. East of Santa Anita Ave. to Second Avenue, 10 feet wide along the North sid,e of the Southern Pacific Council to be held June 7, 1949, at 8:00 o'clock P. M. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer advise Mr. Mike Radich to remove the dirt piled on City Park property at Second Ave. and Colorado, after Which the City Engineer is to level the area and plant trees on the West side of the property. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen BoucBr, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Fire Department Street Department Building Department Water Department 63 to 66 incl. 2886 to 2890 incl. 2885 and 2891 11 to 21 incl. Motion by Councilman Libby, that Warrants Nos. 1707 to 1782 inclusive, as audited and allowed by theFinance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and carried, that the meeting adjourn. 1.872 ciJL;.;1?d/ Mayor ATTEST: ~k~ ' City Cler~ I Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California, May 24, 1949, 7:30 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in Special Session in accordance with special notice regularly given for. the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: "NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA. You are hereby notified that a Special Meeting of the members of the City Council of the City of Arcadia will be held in the Council Chambers of said City Council 1 in, the City Hall of said City of Arcadia, on Tuesday, May 24, 1949, at the hour of 7:30 o'clock P.M., for the follow- ing purpose: 1 - To consider the application of the Cal-Transit Lines, Inc., for a bus franchise in the City of Arcadia, and to set a date for a public hearing thereon before the City Council of the City of Arcadia. BY ORDER of the Chairman of the City Council, and Mayor of said City of Arcadia. (SIGNED) W. M. CORNISH Deputy City Clerk City of Arcadia, Calif. Received a copy of the foregoing notice this 24th day of May, 1949. SIGNED C. LOREE RUSSELL SI GNED E. L. BOUCImR SI GNED PETER A. KLOMP SIGNED CHARLES A. NUGENT SIGNED P. A. LIBBY TIME RECEIVED: 4:20 P.M. 4:36 P.M. 4:32 P.M. 4:36 P.M. 7:15 P.M. I The meeting was called to order by the Mayor and on Roll Call the following answered present: PRESENT: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: Council-man Boucher Motion by Councilman Nugent, that a public hearing be held before the City Council at 8:00 o'clock P.M., on June 7, 1949, for consider- ation of and hearing of protests, if any, against the granting of the application of the cal-Transit Lines, Inc., for a bus franchise in the City of Arcadia. . Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried, that the meeting adjourn. Mayor I ATTEST: ~"~e".'~ Deputy City Clerk I 1M'Ii: Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California June 7, 1949, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held May 17, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the Special Meeting held May 24, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing protests, if any, against the granting of a franchise to the Cal-Transit Lines, Inc., for the operation of a bus line in the City of Arcadia. There were no verbal or written protests. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the Cal-Transit Lines, Inc., be permitted to operate a bus transportation system within the City of Arcadia, over the proposed routes shown on the map on file and for the fares agreed upon, on a trial basis, for a six months' period. The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the re-surfacing of a portion of Murietta Dr., San Simeon Road and San Vicente Dr., as follows: w. E. Hall --------------- American Asphalt Pav. Co.-- PLANT MIX OIL MACADAM $ 5,812.50 Incl. Manholes 7,150.00 $ 8,458.34 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer for report back later in the meeting. The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the paving of Santa Clara St., between Santa Anita Ave. and Second Avenue, as follows: .. American Asphalt Paving Co. ------$ 1,445.00 W. E. Hall Company ---------------- 1,598.00 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer for report back later in the meeting. Various communications were read regarding complaints as to racing at Santa Anita Park. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that copies of these protests be forwarded to both the California Assembly and the Californi~ State Racing Board. Petition was read from the residents of Fairview Avenue West of Park Avenue, requesting street lighting. This matter was referred to the Street Committee for studt and report at the next regular meeting of the City Council. Petition was read frpm residents of Las Tunas Dr. and other prop- erty owners in the City of Arcadia, requesting the curb to curb paving of tas Tunas Drive from Holly Avenue East to Santa Anita Ave. Said petition was referred to the Street Committee for report at the next regular meeting of the City Council. Petition was read from property owners on Estrella Avenue and El Sereno Drive requesting the improvement of these streets by the con- struction of concrete curbs, gutters and oil macadam pavement, the work to be done under the Improvement Act of 1911. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that theCity Attorney and City Engineer be instruct- ed to institute the necessary proceedings for the improvement of Es- trella Ave. and El Sereno Drive under the 1911 Act. Petition was read from property owners of Mayflower Avenue re- questing the improvement of said street between the Northerly City bound- ary and the Southerly City boundary, by the construction of concrete curbs, gutters and oil macadam pavement, under the Improvement Act of 1911'. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney and City Engineer be instruct- ed to institute the necessary proceedinBs for the improvement of Mayflower Avenue, under the 1911 Act. Applications were read from the following,requesting Owner's Per- mit, Autos for hire (taxicab): Fred Mursett - four - Fiscal year 1949-50 H. Erickson -- one " 1M'iLJ: John Popp u._ one - Philip Hirschkoff - Peter Bedrosian --- Fiscal year 1949-50 " one ,- one - Fiscal year 1948-49 Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the above listed applications for Owners' Permit, autos for hire (taxicab), be granted for the fiscal years 1948-49 and 1949-50, subject to the approval of .the Chief of Police. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication was read from Mary Richardson registering pro- test against the removal of Pacific Electric trains and the substitu- tion of buses. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney, Communication was read from the California Horse Racing Board acknowledging receipt of copies of various letters recently sent them. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Los Angeles County Health De- partment, attaching Agreement covering public health services to be rend6Ted during the fiscal year 1949-50. Motion by Councilman N4gdnt,seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City of Arcadia enter into contract with the County of Los Angeles Health Department, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to execute said contract On behalf of the City of Arcadia. . Communication was' read from Hotbro'ok & Tarr, attaching Claim for Refund of taxes of Bank of America National Trust and Savings Assn. I Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Southern California Edison Company advising concerning the difference between the Broughton Act Franchise and the 1937 Act Franchise. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the City Attorney to prepare an Ordinance granting a new franchise under the 1937 Act. Communication was read from the Monterey Park Girls' Drum and Bugle Corps and Drill Team, Inc., attaching statement of medical expense for alleged injury occuring at the Peach Blossom Parade on March 26, 1949. The Ci~Y Clerk was directed to refer a copy of this communi- cation to the City Engineer. ' Petition was read from residents of Santa Anita Highlands pro- testing the manner of the installation of ornamental street lights in their area, and requesting the wiring be either underground or at the rear of the homes.' I Said petition was referred to the City Engineer for checking. Communication was read from Burke Marshall & Burke attaching copy of petition for Hearing filed on behalf of the City in the case Petrovich et al v. City of Arcadia. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read ffom Urich's Serve-Yourself Stations, Inc., expressing appreciation to the Council for their attitUde toward the oper~tion of their business in Arcadia. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Keith N. Peck submitting plans and specifications for the landscaping and sprinkling system to be install- ed in the City Hall grounds. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the plans for the landscaping of the City Hall grounds be accepted. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried? that the City Clerk be authorized to call for separate bids covering the landscaping of the City Hall grounds and the installation of a sprinkling system, said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P.M., June 21, 1949. Communica~ion was read from the City Attorney regarding the plac- a barricade at the end of Hugo Reid Road, advising no hazard and that no further action is indicated at present. I ing of exists Said communication was ordered filed. I :1875 Agreement was presented between Harold J. Nicolais, Architect, and the City of Arcadia, for architectural services to be rendered in connection with the construction of proposed new Fire Station. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the Mayor and city Clerk be authorized to execute on behalf of the City of Arcadia, agreement with Harold J. Nicolais for preparation of plans and speci!ications in connection with the proposed Fire Station on Orange Grove A~e. Communication was read from the City Attorney advising that the City has been joined as a defendant in a suit in the Superior Court brought by Abraham Primack and Bessie Primack, to quiet title to Lots 26 and 27, of Tract No.6341, and requesting authority to appear for the City. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be authorized to represent the City in the above mentioned suit. Communication was read from Mrs. DeForest Stoll expressing her appreciation for her re-appointment as a member of the Arcadia Public Library Board of Trus tees. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Mr. Roy Pike submitting his resign- ation as a member of the City Planning Commission. A Resolution from the Planning Commission was also presented, expressing their appreciation for Mr. Pike's service and expressing . regret at his resignation. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman ,Libby and unanimously carried, that the resignation of Mr. Pike from the Planning Commission be accepted, and that the City Attorney be directed to pre- pare proper resolution covering the matter, sending a copy to Mr. Pike and each member of the Planning Commission. Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing for approval the request of Mrs. Kathrine Martin to divide her lot into two lots with 65; foot frontage. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that the request of Mrs. Kathrine Martin to divide her lot, be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing for denial the request of Harry Schumacher to divide his lot and sell a lot with 60 foot frontage. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning COmmission, and that the request of Harry Schumacher to sell a lot with 60 foot frontage, be denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell. NOES: None Communication vas read from the Planning Commission recommend- ing for approval the request of Peggy E. Hansen for a ohange of set- back from 35 to 27 feet on the North 94 feet of the East 80.92 feet of the South half of Lot 47, Arcadia Acreage Tract. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that the City prepare the necessary proceedings to change the setback of 35 feet on the ab- ove described property to 27 feet. Said motion was seconded by Councilman,Boucher and ~arried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was presented from the Planning Commission re- commending for denial the request of the residents of Leafvood Lane that this street be accepted as a public street. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that the request that Leafwood Lane be accepted as a public street be denied, as it does not meet City standards. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: 1ti7b AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication vas read from the Plann1~ Commission recommend- ing that the City Councl1 request the Board of Supervisors to in- struct tbe Regilona1 Planning Commission to conduct a survey of the area near Arcadia vitb a viev to raising tbe ,standards as to size of lots and vidth of streets. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the above mentioned letter of the Planning Commission be referred to the City Attorney. Communication vas read from the Pranning Commission recommend- ing for final approval final map of Tract No .15979, provided the sever easements are lengthened approximately ten feet, to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. Motion by Councilman Klomp, tbat the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of Tract No.15979 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, provided the sever easements are lengthened approximately ten feet to the satis- faction of tbe City Engineer, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited vitb the City of Arcadia a good and suffi- cient surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 15979, pursuant to Section 3 of-Ordinance No.307 of said City of Arcadia. SSid motion vas seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on' Roll Call as follovs: I 'AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication vas read from the Planning Commission, recommending for approval revised tentative map of Tract No.15960 located on Altura Road, North of Hugo Reid. .Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the re- commendation of the Planning CommiSSion, and revised tentative map of Tract No.15960 be and the same is hereby approved. Ssid motion vas seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, that the Departmental recommendations of the Personnel Board for increases in salaries according' to Wage Plan Schedule and the appointment to permanent status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, of the individuals listed belov, be approved: INCREASE EFFECTIVE July 19, 1949 Jiuly 19, 1949 July 19, 1949 July 27, 1949 July 16, 1949 July 26, 1949 July 2, 1949 July. 7, 1949 July 2, 1949 July 20, 1949 July 20, 1949 I Oven H1barger Edvin H1ghton Joseph Rose Arthur Cook, John Neuviller, George NeVins, Jr. Wm. Bacome Wl1 ton S. Knight Steve L. Stevens Edvard A. Gates Augus t Kaskel, Meter Reader " n " No Raise No Raise No raise 1,:, 7.00 5.00 7.00 4.00 4.00 4.00 6.00 5.00 Office Engineer Asst Bldg Inspt. Office Engineer Equip-Of,r. Labr. Capt. Fire Dept. Lt. Fire Dept. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication vas read from the Personnel Board recommending that the employees of the Police Department be placed on a 40 hour week, and that the additions to the force as required be made, effeotive July 1, 1949. Said communication vas tabled until the next regular meeting of the City Council. Communication vas read from the Personnel Board recommending that tbe Fire Chief be given an adjustment in salary, since he is re- ceiving less than other department beads. I Motion b~ Councilman Libby, that the salary of the Fire increased from $325.00 to $350.00 per month, effective July 1, recommended by the Personnel Board. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follovs: Chief be 1949, &S ' I I I I 1877 AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communioation was read from the Personnel Board reoommending that a new position olassifioation of Assistant Street Superintendent be set up at a salary of $375.00 to $450.00 per month, plus $25.00 oost of living inorease. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council aooept the recommendation of the Personnel Board for the establishin~ of a nev position classifi- cation "Assistant--Street Superintendent , and that the Personnel Board be instructed to call for a ~romotional examination for this position, at the salary of $375.00 to $450.00, plUS $25.00 cost of living increase. Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending that all residential limitations be abolished for City personnel. Motion by Counoilman L1 bby, that the City Council accept the re- commendation of the Personnel Board, and that all residential require- ments be abolished, and that the City Attorney be instructed to amend the Personnel Ordinance No.431 accordingly. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp. Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication vas read from the Personnel Board submitting two names from the eligible list for Street Foreman as follovs, and recommend- ing that one be appointed immediately I 1 - Paul Armstrong 2 - Roy Miller Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Paul Armstrong be appointed as Street Foreman under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, at the starting salary of $235.00 per month, plus the $25.00 per month cost of living increase, effective June 16, 1949. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication vas read from the Personnel Board recommending that the $25.00 per month cost of living adjustment be continued for the next six months, ended Dec. 31, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the $25.00 per month cost of living adjustment, be continued for the next six months ending Dec. 31, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Bouoher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Personnel Board advising that after a review of the records of Donald G. Ott, Foreman in the Water De- partment, it vas their recommendation that he be given permanent status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, at a salary of $253.00 per month. Motion by Councilman Libby, that Donald G. Ott be given permanent status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System as Fore- man in the Water Department, at"a salary of $253.00 per month, plus the $25.00 per month cost of living increase, effective June 22, 1~9. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication vas read from the City Engineer advising that Roy Miller had worked 23 hours overtime during the month of May, 1949, clean- ing streets on account of Race Track traffic. Motion by Councilman Boucher that Roy Miller be paid for 23 hours overtime during the month of May 1949, on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent811d Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that Frank Silvas and Roy L. Zahl had been employed in the Street Department as Equip- ment Operator Laborers, effective May 26, 1949, and June 1, 1949 re- spectively, at the sllary of $195.00 per month, plus the $25.00 per month cost of living increase. :187~ Said communication was ordered filed Communication was read from the City Engineer advising of the completion according to specifications of the sewer construction on La Sierra West of Santa Anita Ave. in Tract No.15582. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council accept the sewer construction on La Sierra in Tract No.15582 as part of the City Sewer system. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Rall Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Communication was read from the City Engineer advising of hours of overtime work by various employees in the Street Department for the month of May 1949 as follows: J. J. Cryan --------- 15 hours Eldon Frazier ------- 30 " S. L. Stephens ------ 30 " M. C. Lemons ---,---"'- lot " Paul Armstrong ------ 24 n Anist Mussachia ----- 43 II Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the above mentioned employees in' the Street Department be paid for said overtime work on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending parallel parking on North First Avenue, from Huntington Drive to the Santa Fe Railroad tracks. I Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unan1mously carried, that this matter be referred to the Chamber of Commerce and the Business Mens Associat10n for their consideration and recolllD1endation. Communication was read from the Chief of Police' advising that it had been necessary to employ the services of Edith Franklin for a period of six hours, and recommending she be paid $6.00 for the work. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Edith Franklin be paid $6.00 for six hours temporary work in the Police Department. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOBS: None Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending the installation of a Stop Sign at the Northwest corner of Eighth and Camino Real. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be directed to draw a Re- solution establishing a Stop Sign at Eighth Ave. and Camino Real. Communication was read from the Chief of Police reporting re- gard1ng the operation of Tip Sheet salesmen at the Southeast corner of Holly and Duarte Rd. I Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Chief of Police requesting tha~ Dr. 11. C. Field be compensated for his work with animals injured during the night hours. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communication was read from the Chief of Police recommending the installation of double white lines at the intersection of Wheeler St. and First Avenue, and also requesting that the curb next t~ the drive- in to the Police parking lot, be painted red. Said communication was referred to the Street Committee. Communication was read from the Water Superintendent submitting explanation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the Water Department for pay covering overtime work during the month of May 1949: John E. Thomas -------- 9 Hours Leland B. Hanson------- 9 " Robert Nelson --------- It " Manuel R&m1rez -------- lot " " Thos. B. Poyner ------- 1 Joseph F. Rose -------- 11 " Andrew Berkomp8s ------ It II N. J. Peters ---------- 8 II John Markel ----------- 1, " 1 I I I :tg7~ Motion by Couneilman Klomp that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime work on a straight time basis. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll, Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from Arthur B. Cook, Manager of the Arcadia City Employees Soft Ball Team, requesting $15.00 for a Players' Mutual Benefi t Fund. Motion by Couneilman Nugent, that the request of the Arcadia City Employees Soft Ball Team be denied. Said motion was seconded by Council- man Boucher and earried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Loyal Knights of the Round Table requesting permission to hold a Community Fair on July~, 21, 22 and 23, 1949, on the grounds at the South side of the City Hall. Motion by Couneilman Klomp, that the request of the Loyal Knights of the Round Table be granted, provided they find a location not on City property. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Petition was read from residents of Panorama Drive, requesting the installation of Boulevard Stops at the intersection of Panorama Drive and Cabrillo Drive. Motion by Couneilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the petition of the residents of Panorama Drive be referred to the Chief of Police. Communication was read from the Recreation Commission requesting that H.T. Alumbaugh be paid $22.00 for square and folk dance direetion on the evenings of May 20 and 27, 1949. Motion by Councilman Libby, dance direction as above stated. Klomp and carried on Roll Call as that H. T. Alumbaugh be paid $22.00 for Said motion was seconded by Councilman follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Councilmen Boucher and Nugent Communication was read from the Recreation Commission requesting desk and file space in the City Hall and the use of the telephone service, Said request was referred to Council~en Boucher and Libby for their consideration. Commun1cation was read from G. S. Spragins, Manager of the West Arcadia Branch of Bank of America, advising of the Bank's agreement to receive deposits for the installation of street lighting standards on Baldwin Avenue, from Huntington Dr. South to Camino Real. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer for investi- gation and with instructions to report back at the next regular meeting of the Ci ty Council. City Attorner. Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention No.1876 entitled: 'A RESOLUTION OF'THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DECLAR!NG ITS INTENTION TO CHAIiGE SETBACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF FOOTHILL BOUCEVJJID, A PUBLIC STREET IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA. n The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No.1876 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and car- ried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen ~oucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1877 entitl- ed: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ACCEPTING TRANSFER OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS TO SAID CITY BY THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT RELATING THERETO." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No.1877 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows" AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1878 entitled: 1.880 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDERING CERTAIN WORK AND IMPROVEMENT TO BE DONE ON PORTIONS OF ELDORADO STREET, FANO STREET, GmiOA STREET, AND ALICE STREET, IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." . The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1878 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1879 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, PROVIDING FOR THE PREPARATION AND FURNISmNG TO THE PUBLIC .OF PRINT- eD COPIES OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE AND ESTABLISHING THE PRICE TO BE PAID THEREFOR." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1879 as read. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call 4S follows: c. AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ' Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libbr, and unanimously cs.rried, that proposed Ordinance No.767 entitled: 'AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTlONS 2 AND 4 OF ORDINANCE NO.710 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED AND Ai'PROVED JUNE 2, 1948, PROVIDING FOR THE CREATION OF A DISASTER COUNCIL. II, be given its second and final reading. . The ti tIe of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimous- ly carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.767. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No.767. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman B~ucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.770 entitled: "AN OR- DINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REQUIR- ING THE CAPPING OF WELLS.", be given its second and final reading. . The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp-and un- animously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.770. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No.770. Said I motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call, as follows: AYES: councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None _Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimouely carried, that Ordinance No. 768 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDERING THE VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN ALLEY IN TRACT No.8504 AS SBOWN ON MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 107, PAGE 56 OF MAPS OF LOS ANGELES COUN'l'Y, IN SAID CITY.", be introduced. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance NO..768. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance NO.769 entitled!' "AN OR- DINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CLASSIFYING CER- TAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR ZONING PRUPOSES AND ESTABLISmNG SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE C-2 OF SAID CITY.", be introduced. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.769. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman N~ent and I unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance NO.771 entitled: AN OR- DINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULATING THE OPERATION OF SELF SERVICE FILLING STATIONS, PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOUTION THEREOF AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO.757 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTED MARCH 1; 1949.", be introduced. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.771. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be authorized to call for sealed bids to be opened June 21, 1949, at 8:00 o'clock P.M., cover- I I 1881 ing the furnish1ng of a club coupe in th~ DBdium price range, for the use of the Water Superintendent. Motion b7 Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be authorized to call for sealed bids to be opened on June 21, 1949, at 8:00 o'clock P.M., for the furnish1ng of a submersible booster pump. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be authorized to call for bids to be opened June 21, 1949, at 8:00 o'clock P.M., for the resur- facing of portions of First Avenue, Second Avenue from Camino Real to Live Oak, Santa Anita Avenue, Baldwin Avenue, Duarte Road and Huntington Drive. 'Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be authorized to call for bids to be opened June 21, 1949, at 8:00 o'clock P.M., for the improve- ment of a portion of Second Avenue along the City Park North of Color- ado, with curbs, gutter and shoulders, for a distance of approximately 650 feet. The City Engineer reported W. E. Hall was the low bidder cover- ing the resurfacing of a portion of Murietta Dr., San Simeon Rd. and San Vicente Dr. Motion by Councilman Boueher, that the bids covering the im- provement of the above named streets be rejected except the, bid of W. E. Hall Co., and that contraet be awarded to W. E. Hall Co. in the sum of $5812.50 in accordance with their bid. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The City Engineer reported that the bid of American Asphalt Paving Co. was the low bid eovering the paving of Santa Clara St. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that all bids covering the pav- ing of Santa Clara St. between Santa An1ta' Ave. 111(1: Second Avenue, be rejected except the bid of American Asphal"t Paving Co., and that con- tract be awarded to American AsphM.t Paving Co. in the amount ef $1445.00 in accordance with their bid. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, that Gale O. Keny.on be appointed Assistant City Engineer of the City of Arcadia, at a salary of $375.00 per month, plus the $25.00 per month cost of living increase, to report for duty as soon as possible. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, that Warrants Nos.1783 to 1843 inclusive, and Nos. 1845 to 1906 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Fire Dept. ----------- Police Dept. --------- Engineering Dept. ---- Bldg Dept. --*-------- 67 to 70 IncL 2908 to 2913 Incl. 2896 2893 to 2895 Incl. 2897 add 2898 22 to 36 Incl. Water Dept. ---------- Motion by Councilman Boucher, and carried, that the meeting adjourn. seconded by Councilman Nugent ~~~/e/ Mayo ATTEST: . ~k :1882 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California June 21, 1949, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None . Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimous11 carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held June 7, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing protests, if any, against the proposed es- tablishment of setback lines on a portion of Baldwin Avenue in accord- ance with Resolution of Intention No.187l. I There were no written or verbal protests. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be directed to prepare Ord- inance establishing setback on a portion of Baldwin Avenue in accordance with the provisions of said Resolut1on. The City Clerk opened the following bids covering the improve- ment of that portion of Second Avenue frOll1 Camino Real to Live Oak, as follows:' . Griffith Company ---------------$ R. L. Heron -------------------- W. E. Hall --------------------- Pyzer Asphalt Paving Co. ------- American Asphalt Paving -------- Darrell Reardon & Sons --------- 6,020.00 7,014.00 7,178.00 7,250.00 7,414.00 7,720.00 1 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer with instructions to report back later in the meeting. The City Clerk opened and read the following bids covering the improvement of Eldorado St., Fano St., Genoa St.~ and Alice St. in the City of Arcadia, as follows: Parker Engineering Co. ---------$20,264.44 Attwood & Purcell -------------- 22,412.73 Fitzgerald Engr. Co.------------ 23,158.05 American Asphalt Paving Co. ---- 23,415.85 ,S. A. Cummings ----------------- 24,663.90 Griffith Company --------------- 25,109.10 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer with instructions to report back later in the meeting. The City Clerk opened and read the foliowing bids covering the landscaping of the City Hall grounds: Crown City Nurseries -----------$ D. & M. Sprinkler -------------- Rosedale Nursery --------------- Johnson & Danforth --~---------- J. E. Boothe ------------------- Santa Anita Perennial Ga,rdens -- 2,155.00 2,962.00 2,987.41 3,059.00 3,185.75 3,367.75 I Said bids were referred to the City Engineer with instructions to report back at the meeting of the City Council to be held June 30, 1949. The City Clerk opened arid read the following bids covering the installation of a sprinkler system on the City Hall grounds: McGehee Sprinkler System -------$ D & M Sprinkler ---------------- United Sprinkler Co. ----------- Crown City Nurseries ----------- Parter Plumbing & Heating -----~ Paul L. Groomer ---------------- Johnson & Danforth ------------- 1,392.03 1,585.00 1,629.00 1,850.00 1,900.00 2,140.00 2,535.00 Said bids vere referred to the City Engineer with instructions to report back at the meeting of the City Council to be held June 30, 1949. I The City Clerk announced this was the time and place fixed by the Ci ty Council tor the opening of bids on the furnishing of a Sub- mersible Booster Pump for the Water Department, but that no bids bad been s ubm1 t ted . Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be authorized to purchase a Submersible Pump at the best price obtainable on the epen market. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: I I 188~ AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The City Clerk opened and read one bid as follows, for the furnishing of a Club Coupe for the use of the Water Superintendent: One Dodge Club Coupe ----------$ 2,206.05 Alternate $ 2,096.75 Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that said bid be tabled. Application from the Southern California Edison Co. was read by the City Clerk. The Citro Attorney then presented Resolution of Intention No. 1891 entitled: 'RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO GRANT ELECTRIC FRJlNCHISE. II The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No.1891 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Pacific Electric Railway advis- ing Assessment No.3 in the amount of $133.57 covering street improve- ment under Resolution of Intention No.1820, was being paid under protest. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney for study and report. Communication was read from the Pacific Electric Railway Company relative to the proposed improvement of Banta Clara St. in the City of Arcadia, stating they had no objections to the improvement of Santa Clara St., providing the paving does not come within five feet of the center line of the tracks. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Burke Marshall & Burke relative to Pailing v. Hamblen et al'and McCaslin v. Hamblen et al, advising that the motion of the plaintiff for a new trial was denied. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Burke Marshall & Burke regarding Petrovich et al v City of Arcad1a,informing the City that the Supreme Court had granted the petition of the City of Arcadia to vacate the decision of the District Court of Appeals in reference to the above case. Said communioation was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Rancho Santa Anita Residents' Assn. requesting that an Ordinance be drawn by the City of Arcadia against the use of unsanitary outdoor toilets now being used by con- tractors in the building industry. The City Clerk was instructed to write the Rancho Santa Anita Residents I Assn. that an Ordinance is now being formulated' which will provide for the use of a portable chemical toilet by contractors. Applications for Owners Permits, autos for hire (taxicab) were read from the following, for the fiscal year 1949-50: Peter Bedrosian -~--- one car Arnold W. Jorgensen - two cars Said applications were referred to the Chief of Police, for investigation and report. Communication was read from Joe W. Landing protesting the con- atruction of some undetermined nature, at 411 San Luis Rey Road immediate- ly adjoining his property. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer. Application for Permit for the public display of fireworks by Glen Dyer Post No.247, American Legion, was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the Legion be permitted to put on their annual fireworks display in the County Park. Communication was read from the West Arcadia Business Associ- ation requesting permission to conduct a Street Dance on Baldwin Avenue between Duarte Road and Naomi Ave., on the night of July 2nd during the hours of 8:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M., and hang five banners across Baldwin Ave. between Huntington Drive and Naomi AVe. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimou~ly carriedl that the request of the West Arcadia Business Associat1on be granl;ed, and that the banners be hung under the super- vision of the Street Superintendent. 1B84 Communication was read from Mrs. Raymond Walton requesting refund of Building Permit No.1292 in the amount of $22.00. . Motion by Councilman Nugent, bat the above refund be made, provided it has the approval of the Building Inspector.. Said motion was seconded by councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from Ca1-Transit Lines requesting ex- I tension of 30 days from the starting date for the operation of buses in the City of Arcadia on a trial basis. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communication was read from the Pacific Electric Railway Company protesting the dup1ioation of transportation services on Baldwin Avenue from Las TUnas to Duarte Road. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney with in- structions that he bring both the Ca1-Transit Lines and the Pacific Electric Railway Company representatives together in an attempt to correct the duplication of transportation service. Communication from the Arcadia Teachers' Club protesting Sum- . mer racing meet by the Hollywood Turf Club, was read. The City Clerk was instructed to send a copy of this communi- cation to the California State Racing Board. Communication was read from City Attorney Cornyn relative to the inquiry regarding the contract between the City of Arcadia and the San Gabriel Valley Humane Society. Said communication was ordered filed, Co~cation was read from H. C. F:!-e1ds, D.V.M., advising that he would be glad to continue the care of lost and badly injured dogs as in the past, but felt that there should be a nominal fee charged for this care. 1 Said communication was ordered filed. -=-'" Communi ca t10n was read from George Elkins Co., replying to the letter of the City Engineer regarding complaints as to the manner in which ornamental lighting standards ~ere being installed in the Santa Anita Highlands area. They regret that the property owners in Santa Anita Highlands are dissatisfied, but state there was no under- standing witb the purchasers in the Tract as to the type of street lights to be installed and that the type of lighting being installed is the type that 1s being used more and more frequently in other in- stallations throughout the City of Arcadia. The City Clerk was instructed to send a copy of the George Elkins' communication to Mr. Robert H. B~nsinger, 1735 Oakwood, the instigator of the petition. Communication was read from the County of Los Angeles, Board I of Supervisors enclosing a Resolution which was adopted by the Board of Supervisors on June 14, 1949, declaring Live Oak Ave. from Las Tunas Drive to Sixth Avenue to be a part of the County System of high- ways, and requesting consent of the City to its improvement by the County. ,. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the City Council approve the Resolution of the CounQy. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Resolution No.1 from the Planning Commission relative to zoning variance on Second Avenue for the Mission of Transfiguration, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the action of the Planning Commission be approved and adopted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as Follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommend- I ing for denial the request of Mrs. J. W. Jack, 2112 5. Sixth Ave., for permission to divide and eell a 50 or 55 foot lot. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted and the request of ,Mrs. J. W. Jack be denied. Said Dlotion was seconde4 by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the Chief of Police requesting permission I I I I :l885 to hire Authur Miller for four hours each day for a period of six weeks for Crossing Guard at the First Avenue School, was read. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the request of the Chief of Police be approved, and that the Crossing Guard's salary be charged against money received from the Admission Tax collected from the Race Track. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the City Engineer presenting a petition signed by various property owners situated between Holly Ave. and Santa Anita Ave. on Las Tunas. Said petition requests the paving of Las Tunas Drive from Holly East to Santa Anita Avenue from curb to curb. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that this petition be referred back to the City Engineer with instructions that he advise the various property owners of the estimated cost to each of them for the requested improvement. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the City Engineer regarding communication from the Monterey Drum a Bugle Corp., which was presented to the Council on June 7, 1949, regarding sprinkler heads on the lawn at Second and Huntington Dr., was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the City Engineer advieing the request of the West Arcadia Business Association for the payment of $23.00 to cover the City's share of lighting eystem cost seems to be in order, and recommending its payment. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Clerk be instruct- ed to remit a warrant to the Bank of America in the amount of $23.00 to represent the cost of overhead street lights on Baldwin Ave., on City owned property described as follows: N 50 feet (meas. on East line) of Lot 1, Tract No.5907, used for Fire Station No.2. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the Personnel Board was read, advising that under date of' June 15, 1949, Gale O. Kenyon advised he would be unable to accept the appointment as Assistant City Engineer.of the City of Arcadia, inasmuch as he had accepted another position. Said communication was referred to the Personnel Board. Communication was read from Judge D. T. Sweet requesting'per- mission for the purchase of a new Royal Typewriter for the office of the Court Clerk. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the purchase of a new Royal Typewriter for the use of the Court be left to the discretion of the Purchasing Agent. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the Planning Commission recommending the final acceptance of map of Tract No.15960 located on Altura Drive, was read. Approval of this map was withheld at the request of Mr. Fox, the sub-divider. The City Clerk presented for approval Agreement by and between the City of Arcadia and W. E. Hall Company for the improvement of por- tions of Murietta Drive, San Simeon Road and San Vicente Drive. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the Mayor and City Clerk be directed to execute said Agreement on behalf of the City of Arcadia. The City Clerk presented for approval Agreement by and between the City of Arcadia and American Asphalt Paving Company for the improve- ment of a portion of Santa Clara St., between Santa Anita Ave. and Second Ave. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the Mayor andCity Clerk be directed to execute said Agreement on behalf of' the City of Arcadia. 1.886 cay Attorney Cornyn presented ~d..read..3esolutlon No.1880 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING RESOLUTIONS NOS.1776 AND 1777 AND PROVIDING FOR A TEMPORARY INCREASE IN THE COMPENSATION OF CERTAIN EMPLOYEES IIIF SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution NO.1880 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attornef. Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention No .1881 entitled: fA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DECLARING ITS IN'l'.I!;N'l'.I.0N TO ESTABLISH SETBACK LINES ON A PORTlOif OF A CERTAIN STREET, TO WIT: SECOND AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA. " The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No.1881 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as ~ollows: AYBS: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1882 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DE- SIGNATING PORTIONS OF CERTAIN INTERSECTIONS OF PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY AS stop iIiNTERSECTIONS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAtNtNG OF '~TOP SIGNS" AT CERTAIN ENTRANCES THERETO." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1882 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: . AYES: Councilmen ~oucher,Klomp,Libby~ ~ugent. and Russell~ NOES: None . Motion by Councilman Boucher, that all bids covering the improve- ment of Eldorado St., Fano St., Genoa St., and Alice St., in the City of Arcadia, be rejected except the bid of Parker Engineering Co.,. and that said contract be awarded Parker Engineering Co. in the amount of $20,264.44 in accordance with their bid; and that the City Clerk be directed to return all cash deposits accompanying said bids. I I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1883 en- I titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AWARDING CONTRACT FOR CERTAIN WORK AND IMPROVEMENT ON PORTI ONS OF ELDORADO STREET, FANO STREET, GENOA STREET AND ALICE STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1883 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen BOUcher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1884 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Resolution No.1884 as read. Said motion wae seconded by Councilman Klomp.and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None 6ity Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.l88S en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ) CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The prOVisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.l88S as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I I I 1 Ht;" I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1886 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution vere then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.l886 as read. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1887 en- titled: itA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution vere then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1887 as read. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution-No.1888 en- titled: itA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCAD[A, CALIF- ORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO Tl:iE CITY OF ARCADIA. " The provis10ns of said Resolution vere then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1888 as read. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1889 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT COVERING REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution vere then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolutipn No.1889 as read. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follovs: ADS: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No.1890 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIF- ORNIA. ACCEPTING GRANT OF EASEMENT COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The prOVisions of said Resolution vere then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1890 as read. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follovs: AYES: Councllllen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.768 entitled: "AN ORDIN- ANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ORDERING THE VACATION AND ABANDONMENT OF A PORTION OF THAT CERTAIN ALLEY IN TRACT No.8504, AS SHOWN ON MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 107, PAGE 59 OF MAPS, RECORDS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY, IN SAID CITY.", be gi ven its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there vas a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council vaive the final reading of the bo~y of Ordinance No. 768. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance NO.768. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll C~ll as follovs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.769 entitled: "AN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA CLASSIFYING CERTAIN :1888 Real PROPERTY FOR ZONING PURPOSES AND ESTABLISHING SAID PROPERTY IN ZONE C-2 OF SAID CITY.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and un- animously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No.769. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No.769. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libbl, and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.771 entitled: 'AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REGULATING THE OPER ATION OF SELF-SERVICE AUTOMOBILE FILLING STATIONS, PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF, AND REPEALING ORDINANCE NO.757 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED MARCH 1, 1949.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordiance No. 771 . Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 771. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: COUNCILMEN Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance NO.772 entitled: ItAN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTABLISHING SETBACK LINES ON A PORTION OF BALDWIN AVENUE IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be in- troduced. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No.772. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No.7~4 entitled: "AN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMEND- ING SECTION 6 OF ORmNANCE No.431, OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PERTAINING TO THE PERSONNEL SYSTEM OF SAID CITY.", be introduced. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance NO.774. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be authorized to employ Arthur Franco, James Gibson and Pete Tincatic as temporary 9aborers in the Water Department, at the rate of $1.00 per hour. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I I I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be authorized to extend the lines of Pump No.1, Peerless No.2-A Lane Bowler and No.4 Lane Bowler, by 20 feet if necessary. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion b7 Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be authorized to call for bids on one Submersible Turbine Pump to be used on the Longley Well, said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P.M., July 5,1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, that all bids covering the im- I provement of that portion of second Avenue between Camino Real and Live Oak be rejected except the bid of Griffith Company, and that said contract be awarded the Griffith Company in the amount of $6,020.00 in accordance with their bid; and that the City Clerk be directed to return all cash deposits accompanying bids. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES. Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES; None I f.889 Communication from the Recreation Commission was read, recommend- ing that funds be set aside in the 1949-50 Budget for the purpose of developing the Second Avenue and Colorado Blvd. City Park, and that before recreation equipment in general be purfhased, that an expert in the field bf Reoreation Planning be consulted. The recommendations for providing the funds for the 1949-50 Budget were turned over to the Finance Committee for consideration when preparing t,he Budget. Mr. Dice offered his servioes in obtaining expert advice from the offices of Los Angeles County in reference to equipping and laying out the Colorado Blvd. City Park. Communication from the Department of Recreation attaching list of attendance at the School Square dance classes held at the Santa Anita School under the direction of Dr. Alumbaugh, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. The City Engineer was requested to secure the services of a Master Plumber, a certified Journeyman Plumber and an Architect to serve as examiners for the City of Arcadia, as provided in the City PlUlllbing Code. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be instruct- ed to proceed with the installation of street lighting on a portion of Fa1rview Avenue, West of Park Ave. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be directed to call for bids covering the improvement of a portion of the Fire Station Yard on Wheeler St., said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P.M., July 5, 1949. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be directed to call for bids covering the improvement of a portion of Second Avenue with curbe, gutter and shoulders opposite the Playground North of COlorado Blvd., said bids to be opened July 15, 1949, at 8:00 o'clock P.M. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be directed to call for bids for the extension of the paving around the City Hall, said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P.M., July 5, 1949. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be instructed to call for bids covering legal printing and advertising requirements for the fiscal year July I, 1949 to June 30, 1949, said bids to be opened at 8:00 P.M., July 5, 1949. Communication from the Downtown Arcadia Business Association in reply to a letter from the City dated June 13, 1949, relative to parallel parking on North First Avenue up to and including the old Post Office building, was read. In their opinion parallel parking at this time would be most detrimental to local merchants until additional park- ing is provided in that area. The City Clerk was instructed to inform Chief Cahill that parallel parking would not be undertaken on North First Avenue until the mer- chants themselves request it. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Warrants Nos.1907 to 1965 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authoriz- ed and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is here- by authorized and directed to issue purchase ordere covering. Street Dept. ---------- 2900 Police Dept. ---------- 2914, 2915, 2916 and 2959 Fire Dept; ------------ 71, 72, 73 Garage ---------------- 2951 to 2958 Incl. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried, that the meeting adjourn to 7:30 o'clock 0, 1949. ATTEST: Mayor ~o1fk67 :1880 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia,Ca1ifornia June 24, 1949, 8:00 o'clock P.M. The City Council of the Ci ty of Arcadia met in Special Session in accordance vith special notice regularly given for the above time and mentioned place, vith Mayor Russell presiding: "NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA. You are hereby notifed that a Special Neeting of the mem- I bers of the City Council of the City of Arcadia vi11 be held in the Council Chambers of said City Council in the City Hall of said City of Arcadia, on Friday, June 24, 1949, at the hour of 8:00 o'clock P.M., for the fo110ving purpose: 1 - For the purpose of appointing a Water Superintendent. \sY ORDER of the Chairman of the City Council, and Mayor of said City of Arcadia. R. C. EWING City Clerk City of Arcadia, California RECEIVED A COPY of the foregoing notice this 23rd day 9f June, 1949. (SIGNED) SI GNED SI GNED SIGNED SI GNED SIGNED E. L. BOUCHER P. A. LIBBY C. A. NUGENT PETER A. KLOMP C. LOREE RUSSELL TIME RECEIVED: 4:40 P.M. 7:20 P.M. 7:20 P.M. 7:30 P.M. 9:40 P.M." I The meeting vas called to order by the Mayor and on Roll Call the fOl10ving ansvered present: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Scott M. Lee be and he is here- by relieved of his duties as Water Superintendent of the City of Arcadia, he to remain in an advisory capacity in the Water Depart- ment as Assistant Water Superintendent, at a salary of $384.00 per month, plus $25.00 per month cost of living adjustment. Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as fo110vs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Ralph Shoemaker be and he is hereby appointed to the position of Water Superintendent of theC1ty of Arcadia, effective immediately, at a monthly salary of $500.00 per I month; and as such he is to have full and complete charge and control of the operations of the department and its personnel, vith respon- sibility only to the City Council. Mr. Shoemaker vi11 devote as much time as possible to his duties in the operations of the department and to the reorganization of the same, vherever such reorganization is in his opinion necessary or advisable, to the end that an adequate supply of vater vi11 be furnished and maintained at all times to the residents of Arcadia and _dequate provision made for the future. The City Clerk is instructed to forthvith prepare and post appropriate notices of this motion so that it may be promptly brought to the attention of all interested persons. . Said motion vas seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as fol10vs: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and carried, that the meeting adjourn. 6eRu//// Mayor I ATTEST: ~ L L,"i City Clerk I I I I :LN~L Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California June 30, 1949, 7:30 o'clock P. M. Pursuant to the foregoing adjournment, the City Council of the City of Arcadia met in adjourned regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell Cou~cilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and un- animously ca~ried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held June 21, 191~9, and the Minutes of the Special Meeting held June 24, 1949, be and the sa~e are hereby approved. The City Clerk opened and read the one bid for legal printing and advertising for the fiscal year 1949-SO received from the Arcadia Tribune and Arcadia News. Said bid was ordered held for further consideration. Communication from Mabel McLean requesting that the red blinker signal at the intersection of Huntington Place and Santa Anita Avenue be lighted, was read. Said communication was referred to the Street Superintendent for investigation and report. Communication from Leon Ware protesting the water shortage, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from Robert Van Acker was read, protesting filthy condition of horse pen immediately adjoining his property to the North of 523 LeRoy Ave. Said communication was referred to the Chief of Police for in- vestigation with instructions to enforce the Ordinance if a violation exists. Communications from Andrew Gilli~~ and Carl F. Woertz requesting their signatures be withdrawn from the petition for the improvement of Estrella Ave. and EI Sereno Drive, were read. Said communications were referred to the City Engineer. Communications from J. H. Hoeppel of June, 22nd and June 26, 1949, were read, urging an active anti-fly campaign as a safeguard against a recurrance of Polio. Said communications were ordered filed. Communication from the West Arcadia Business Association requesting that a foot patrol officer be placed on duty in the West Arcadia Business area, was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the Police Con~ittee for further study. Communication from E. L. McCreary making claim for $200.00 for loss of Dicondra plowed under when weeds were disced by City contractor, was read. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney for handling. Notice of Claim for Damages was read for personal injury filed by Frank L. Whitlock. Said claim was referred to the City Attorney for handling. Communication from the County of Los Angeles 'Board of Supervisors, advising that an order had been adopted by the Board of Supervisors on June 21, 1949, instructing the Regional Planning Commission to conduct a survey of certain areas .adjacent to, Arcadia with a view of placing the property in a zone which would require larger lot areas. ~aid communication was referred to the Planning Commission. Motion by Councilman Klomp., that the recommendation of the Planning Commission for final approval of final map of Tract No. 14940 located on Colorado Street, be accepted and approved, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and accept- ance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 14940, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 307 of. said City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll :1892 call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent App1ic~tions for Owners Permit (autos .for hire, taxicab) were read from the following: John P. Popp -- one Melvin Leavenson -- one Bernard R. Conti -- one Richard J. Lawless -- one John Orenstein one Joseph Czarney -- one I Motion by Councilman Libby, seconde~ by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that the above applications be referred to the Chief of Police for investigation and report. Communication was read from the City Engineer in reference to letter from Joe W. Landing/ 407 San Luis Rey Rd. regarding certain im- provements to a garage at 1+11 San Luis Rey, and advising that a load of lumber had been delivered at the rear of the lot adjoining Mr. Land- ing's property, but that the owner had been advised it would be necessary to submit a plan of his proposed structure for approval by Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., before permit could be issued. The City Clerk was instructed to send a copy of Mr. Watson's letter to Mr. Landing. Communication from the City Engineer was read, advising that the following employees had worked overtime cleaning streets after the Races on Saturday and Sundays, during the month of June: S. L. Stephens --------------- J. J. cryan ------------------ Eldon Frazier ---------------- 65 6) 47 hours n n I Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the above employees be paid for overtime at the regular rate of pay. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Communication was read from Scott M. Lee, Water Superintendent, advising that water lines had been installed in Tract No. 15582, La Sierra Dr., in the City of Arcadia, and were now ready to be made a part of the City water system. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the water l~nes in Tract No~ 15582 be accepted as part of the City water system. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: A~S: Council~en Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent I Communication from the Recreation Commission submitting a revised salary schedule for Summer Recreation personnel was submitted. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from J. W. Stevens, Executive Secretary of the Inter- national Association of Fire Chiefs urging that Fire Chief- Jim Nellis be sent to the 76th Annual meeting of Fire Chiefs to be held in the City of ~ew Orleans September 26 to 29, 1949, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from W. C. Billig, submitting his resignation from the.Library Board of Trustees, effective the lst day of August, 1949. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that the resignation of Mr. Billig be accepted with regret, and that the City Clerk be instructed to write- a letter of appreci- ation to Mr. Billig for his services. Resignation of Don G. Ott as foreman in the Water Department, City of Arcadia, Vi as read. I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Mr. Ott's resignation be accepted, effective immediately, and that he be restored to his position of Munici- pal Laborer. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Co~~unication from the Chief of Police recommending the sale of two old motorcycles, was read. I :H'i~Jij Chief Cahill was instructed that it would be necessary for him to secure bids and submit them to the Council in order to dispose of this equipment. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1893 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT DEED COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1893 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Ci ty Attorney C ornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1894 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING FROM THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COU~~Y OF LOS ANGELES CERTAIN GASOLINE TAX FUNDS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF CERTAIN PUBLIC STREEl'S IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1894 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen BOUCher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent City Attorney Cornyn prese~ted and read Resolution No. 1892 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCI L OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPRO VING AND GRANTING A ZONE VARIANCE TO PERMIT THE CONSTRUCTION AND USE OF A CHURCH AND OTHER RELATED ACTIVITIES ON CERTAIN PROPERTY IN SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1892 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilm~~ Nugent Motion by Council~an Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 772 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTABLISHING SETBACK LINES ON A PORTION OF BALDWIN AVENUE IN TfI..E CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 772. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 772. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll C all as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 775 entitled: nAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISIDJENT OF A BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION, PROVIDING OFFICERS THEREFOR, DEFINING THEIR POWERS AND DUTIES, PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS FOR FIRE PROTECTION AND FIRE PREVENTION AND LIFE SAFETY IN CONNECTION WITH HAZARDOUS I~TERIALS AND PROCESSES THEREOF; AND REPEALING CERTAIN PARTS OF ORDINANCE NO. 323 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 17, 1935, AND ALL, ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH.", be introduced and read in full. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the reading of the body of Ordinance No. 775. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and un- animously carried, that the City Attorney be authorized to appear for and represent the City of Arcadia in the action pending in the Superior Court in Los Angeles, under No. 525594, involving the Los Angeles Flood Control District as,plaintiff, and the City as defendant, wherein the ~ District seeks to establish a right-of-way for a flood control channel from Longden Avenue to Duarte Road in Arcadia. 1.894 Motion by Councilman Boucher that all bids for the installation of a sprinkling system on the City Hall ~ounds be rejected except the bid of Parker Plumbing Company, and that said work be awarded to Parker Plumbing Company in the am?unt of $1720.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: .Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the salary of Scott M. Lee as Assistant Water Superintendent, and as adviser to the Water Superin- tendent, be set at $410.00 per month, plus $25.00 per month cost of living adjustment, effective July I, 1949. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion ,by Councilman Klomp, that John E. Herrin be appointed tem- porarily as acting Foreman in the Water Department, effective July I, 1949, at the ,minimum prevailing wage for the position of foreman. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: Councilman Libby ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be authorized to employ a Pumpman on a temporary basis. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ASSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the lease with Mrs. L. H. Eaton on certain water landS be renewed, as of July I, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the lease with George W. McKnight on certain .water lands be renewed, as of July 1, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: 1 AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ASSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Libby, that Warrants Nos. 1966 to 2028 in- c'lusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Nugent Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as here- inafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Police Department -------- 2917 to 2719 Incl. 2961, 2963, 2966, 2967, 2971 to 2976 Incl. 2979 2980 and 2982. 151 to 156 Incl. 2960, 2962, 2964, 2965, 2968 2970, 2978 and 2981. I Street Department -------- Fire Department ----~----- 74 and 75 City Clerk --------------- 194o, 1941 Water Department --------- 37 to 50 Incl 251, 252 and 2977 Recreation Commission ---- 202 to 208 Incl. ~ I I I 1.895 Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and carried, that the meeting adjourn. ATTEST: ~0L!/?J'/// Mayor ~~~ . ~ity C erk/ Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, California July 5, 1949, 8:00 o'clock P. M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell Councilman Boucher The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing protests, if any, against the change of setback on a portion of Foothill Blvd., pursuant to Resolution of Intention No. 1876. There were no written or verbal protests. Motion by Co~cilman Klomp, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary Ordinance to provide for the change of setback on Foothill Blvd. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher The City Clerk opened and read combined bids covering the im- provement of the City Hall Yard, the Fire Station Yard and the West side of Second Avenue between Colorado Blvd. and Haven Ave., as follows: American Asphalt Paving Co. -------------- Osborn Company --------------------------- $,3,176.55 4,314.00 Said bids were referred to the City Engineer with instructions to report back later in the meeting. The City Clerk opened and read the one and only bid received for the furnishing of one deepwell Submersible Pump, as follows: Byron Jackson Co. ------------------------ ) 8,006.40 Said bid was referred to the Water Suporintendent for report later in the meeting. Communication from A. C. Kammeier protesting the planned setting of new poles on the easement extending North of Foothill between Oakwood and First Ave, was read. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer. . Communication from J. H. Hoeppel in reference to installation of cut over at East Floral Avenue and Santa Anita Ave., was read. Said communication was referred to the Street Committee. Communication from Beverly-Pasadena Bowling Corp. requesting permission to operate a six to eight table Billiard Room and a 16 lane Bowling Alley at 21 Morlan Place, Arcadia, was read. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the request for permission to operate a Billiard Room and Bowling Alley be granted to Beverly-Pasadena Bowling Corp. Communication from Lawrence D. Kearney advising that the Arcadia Armory had been included in the 1949-50 Budget, and that after the division of Architecture had made survey examination and recommendation, that a Certificate of Acceptance would be forwarded to the Title Company along with the authority for the Title Company to record the deed from the City of Arcadia for the Armory site, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from the Arcadia Safety Council inance providing a hei~~t limitation on all shrubs read. suggesting an Ord- and plantings, was 1.896 Said communication was referred to the Street Commi ttee for their considera tion. Communication from the Arcadia Safety Council in reference to parallel parking on First Avenue between Huntington Drive and Wheeler Street, and requesting that study be given to off-street parking on the Library grounds adjacent to the alley, was read. Said communication was referred to the Planning Commission. Communication from the Water Department submitting a list of over- time for employees in the Water Department for the month of June, 1949, was read. I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the request for overtime for the following listed employees be allowed on a straight time basis. Thomas Poyner 3~ hours Manuel Ramierez I " Joseph F. Rose 1~ " John E. Thomas ~ Louis Wolf 20i ~ Edward Highton i91 ~ John Markel " V. R. McMickel 4~I " Robert Nelson 5 II N. J. Peters 115 " Andrew Berkompas 22~ " D. E; Frazier 24 n John L. Frazier 17f " Leland Hanson 78" ~ John Herrin 129 " Owen Hibarger 54i n Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: Councilman Nugent ABSENT: Councilman Boucher I Communication from the Cal-Transit Lines requesting permission to operate on a temporary basis, a bus line as shown on enclosed map, and requesting permission to erect Bus Stop Signs and install benches at various locations, with bus service to begin July 18, 1949, was read. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the Cal-Transit Lines' request be approved with the benches, Stop Signs installed and marking of curbs to be done under the supervision of the Chief of Police and street Supt. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1895 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING MAP OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." I The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1895 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen KJomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1896 en- titled: ",A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL m' THE CITY OF ARCADIA AOOPTING PROFILE AND IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF A PORTION OF THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA. " The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1896 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher I Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, ~hat proposed Ordinance No. 774 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OFTHE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMEND- ING SECTION 6 OF ORDINANCE NO.. 431 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PERTAINING TO THE PERSONNEL SYSTEM OF SAID CITY.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by I I i897 Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 774. Councilman Libby moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 774. Said motlon was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as , follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute Lease between the City of Arcadia and George W. McKnight, for the rental of certain City owned water lands, for the period July I, 1949 to June 30, 1950. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Council~an Boucher Motion by Council~an Klomp, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute Agreement between the City of A~cadia and Mrs. L. H. Eaton, for the rent~l of certain City owned water. lands, for the period July I, 1949 to June 30, 1950. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk be instructed to advertise for bids for the resurfacing of a portion of First Avenue, Duarte Road, Baldwin Avenue and Santa Anita Avenue with premix material, said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P. M., July 19, 1949. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Mayor and City Clerk be instructed to execute the agreement on behalf of the City of Arcadia between the City of Arcadia and Griffith Company for the improvement of a portion of Second Avenue between Camino Real and Live Oak Ave. Said motion was seconded by .CounciL~an Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Libby, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Libby, that the Mayor a~d City Clerk be authorized to sign the Agreement awarding legal printing and advertislng for the year 1949-50, to the Arcadia Bulletin. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None A~SENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Klomp, that all bids covering the improvement of the City Hall Yard, the Fire Station Yard and Second Avenue on the West side between Colorado Blvd. and Haven Ave., be rejected except the bid of the American Asphalt Paving Co., and that said contract be awarded the American Asphalt Paving Co. in the amount of $3176.55 in accordance with their bid. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Klomp, that all bids for the landscaping of the City Hall grounds be rejected except the bid of Crown City Nurseries, and that contract be awarded ,said Crown City Nurseries for the landscaping of the City Hall grounds in the amount of $2785.00 in accordance with their bid. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the contract for the furnishing of one deepwell submersible Pump be given the Byron Jackson Company in the amount of G8006.4o in accordance with their bid. i.89ei Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES:: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: .Councilman Boucher (' Motion by Councilman Libby, that effective July 1, 1949, the , members of the Police Department shall beEmployed on the basis of a 40 hour week, and that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary Ordinance or Resolution to effect this change. \ . Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I ", AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering:: Gen. Govt. Bldgs Garage Street Dept. Water Dept. 157 2983 to 2985 Incl. and 2989 158, 2986 and 2987 253 to zrO Incl. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Warrants Nos. I to 16 inclusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Boucher I Motion by Counci~man Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried, that the meeting adjourn. , Mayor ATTEST: / ~l:q Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, Calif. July 19, 1949, 8:00 o'clock P. M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: I PRESENT: Councilmen Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: Councilman Boucher Motion by Councilman Klomp,' 'seconded by Councilman Libby and un- animously carried, that the minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of June 30. 1949, and the regular meeting of July 5, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. Councilman Boucher took his seat at the Council table at 8:06 o'clock P. M. The Mayor announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for hearing protests, if any. against the change of setback on a portion of Lot 47, Arcadia Acreage Tract. located on South Second Avenue, pursuant to Resolution of Intention No. l881. Therewere no written or verbal protests. I Motion by Councilman Klomp. that said change of setback be approved, and the City Attorney be authorized to draw the necessary Ordinance. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll C all as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The Mayor announced this was the time and place set by the City Council for hearing protests, if any, against the granting of a Franchise to Southern California Edison Company, pursuant to Resolution of Inten- tion No. 1891, after which the City Attorney introduced and read I I I I 1Jma Ordinance No. 773 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE GRANTING TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, A FRANCHISE TO USE FOR TRANS- MITTING AND DISTRIBUTING ELECTRICITY WITHIN THE CITY OF ARCADIA FOR ANY AND ALL PURPOSES OTHER THAN THOSE AUTHORIZED UNDER SECTION 19 OF ARTICLE XI OF THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA AS SAID SECTION EXISTED PRIOR TO ITS AMENDMENT ON OCTOBER 10, 1911; ALL POLES, WIRES, CONDUITS AND APPURTENANCES WHICH ARE NOW OR MAY HEREAFTER BE LAWFULLY PLACED IN THE PUBLIC STREETS, ALLEYS, WAYS AND PLACES'WITHIN SAID CITY, AND TO CONSTRUCT AND USE IN SAID PUBLIC STREETS, ALLEYS, WAYS AND PLACES ALL POLES, WIRES, CONDUITS AND APPURTENANCES NECESSARY OR PROPER FOR SAID PURPOSES." There were no verbal or written protests. The City Clerk opened and read bids covering portions of First Avenue, Duarte Road, Santa Anita Baldwin Ave., as follows: the improvement of Ave., (West Lane), and Without Seal Coat With Seal Coat Griff! th Company Warren Southwest, Inc. American Asphalt Pave Co. Jesse S. Smith Basich Bros. Constr. Co. Peter Kiewit Sons' Co. Wm. Kirkland Osborn Co. W. E. Hall Constr. Co. $ 40,668.00 42,378.00 4,3,9ll,OO 44, 700 . 00 44,760.00 45,4.35.00 46,044.00 46,155.00 48,lll.00 :$ 47,220.00 52,778.00 45,198,00 53,535.00 53,6~.00 49,9 .00 48,2 1.00 53,961.00 Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that these bids be referred to the City Engineer for study, with instructions to report back at the next regular meeting to be held August 2, 1949. The City Clerk opened and read bids covering the improvement of portions of Huntington Blvd. and Huntington Place, as follows: Without Seal Coat With Seal Coat Griff! th Co. Warren Southwest, Inc. American Asphalt Pav. Co. Jesse S. Smith Peter Kiewit Sons' Co. Basich Bros. Constr. Co. Osborn Cq. WIn. Kirkland W. E. Hall Constr. Co. $ 9,036.00 9,373.00 9,4-53.60 9,624.00 9,780.00 9,777.00 9,9,33.00 10,040.40 10,457.40 $ 10,548.00 11,613.00 9,730.80 ---- ll, 54.4.. 00 ll, 667.00 10,386.60 10,964.40 11, 717 . 40 Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that these bids be referred to the City Engineer for study, with instructions to report back at the next regular meeting to be held August 2, 1949. . Petition signed by Hazel R. Gill, et aI, in reference to the im- provement of Las Tunas Drive between El Monte and Baldwin Ave., and requesting a hearing before the Council at the earliest pOSSible date, was read. Said petition was referred to the Street Superintendent with instructions to report at the next regular meeting. Communication from Mrs. J. J. Gillette requesting the removal of Eucalyptus trees in front of property owned by her at the corner of Santa Anita Avenue and Eldorado, was read. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carred, that Mrs. Gillette's request be denied. Communication from L. D. Brown regarding the alley between Bonita and California Sts., and First and Second Avenues, requesting something be done to eliminate the dust caused by travel in this alley, was read. Inasmuch as this alley has already been oiled and taken care of, said communication was ordered filed. Communication from West Arcadia Business Association requesting permission to hold a series of square dances on the parking lot south of the Shopping Bag Grocery on Baldwin Ave., on July 22, 29, August 5, 12, 19 and 26, 1949, was read. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that permission be given for the conduct of these square dances. Communication was read from S. V. Schermerhorn advising that in his opinion Sections 9, 10 and II of Ordinance No. 726 were being violated at 410 Genoa St., and that in hi's opinion the Los Angeles County Health Dept. is not properly enforcing Ordinance No. 726. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from John B. Baird requesting permission for auto- mobiles to park within six f.eet of the fire hydrant located in front of 318 E, Foothill Blvd, was read. l.SHO Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded" by Councilman" Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Clerk inform Mr. Baird that his request be,den1ed, and that the Ordinance must be complied with which requires parking lS feet from a fire hydrant. Applications of Charles E. Peary and Valley Cab Company for Owners' Permit (Autos for hire-taxicab), were read. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that these applications be granted, subject to the approval of the Chief of Police. _/ Communication from Teresita Pines, Inc., requesting permission to hold an annual benefit for Camp Teresita Pines at Los Angeles Turf Club on Saturday, September 24, 1949, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher ~~d unanimously carrted, that the request of Teresita Pines be approved. I The semi-annual report from the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce cover- ing the periOd January 1, 1949 to June 30, 1949, was presented and ordered 'filed. City Attorney Cornyn'presented and read Resoiution No. 1901 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, APPROVING AGREE- MENT FOR MAINTENANCE OF STATE HIGHWAYS IN THE CtTY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1901 "as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby" Nugent and Russell None 1 Communication from the Public Utilities'Commission acknowledging receipt of our letter of June 29, 1949, requesting an additional year in which to comply with the requirements contained in Decision No. 42100, providing for the construction of crossing at grade ~f Sunset Blvd. over the Pacific Ele~tric" Railway tracks, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Lillian Bernard requesting that her name be removed from the petition for street work on Estrella Ave. Mo'tion by Councilman 'Boucher that permiSSion for the removal of said name be granted. Said' motion was seconded by' Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Estrella Improvement Association emphasizing their desire to proceed with the improvement of Estrella and EI Sereno Drive. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be in- structed to undertake the necessary proceedings for the improvement of Estrella Avenue and EI Sereno Drive. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby" Nugent and Russell None Communication from W. Allen Thody attaching copy of letter ad- dressed by him to the A-l Disposal Company requesting the A-I Disposal Company take immediate action to cover all garbage containers after being emptied. After considerable discussion this communication was referred to the City Engineer and City Attorney. Communication from Burke Marshall & Burke referred to Pailing vs. Hamblet et al and McCaslin vs. Hamblen et al, was read, advising that the plaintiffs have filed notice of appeal in the Superior Court of the State of California from the Judgment entered in favor of the City in the above entitled case. Said communication was ordered filed; Communication from the Planning Commission recommending that the I business of parcel delivery be specified as permissible in Zone C-2~ and that the building of the United Parcel Service be allowed to extend 10 feet into the R-3 Zone at the rear of the lot, subject to the condition that no automotive service be allowed, excepting the washing of cars and the servicing with gas 'and oil, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None I I ~ 10 0':1 J.:.. f1J-.....J. Communication was read from the City Treasurer requesting auth- orization for refund of $4.00 to Mr. F. L. Lee, 235 W. Foothill Blvd., because of duplicate payment. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Mrs. Hainer's request be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows': AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, that the Departmental recommendations of the Personnel Board for increase in salary according to Wage Plan Schedule and the appointment to permanent status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, of the individual listed below, be approved: INCREASE EFFECTIVE July 7, 1949 V. McMickell, Municipal Laborer $9.00 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the Personnel Board recommending that Al Locher, Radio Technician, be given $7.50 per month increase in salary, was read. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher., Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication from the Personnel Board was read, recommending the specifications for a new position classification to be known as "Fire Inspectorn be approved, and than an open competitive examination be called at Salary Schedule No. 35, which is $220.00 to $264.00 per month, ,plus $25.00 per month cost of living adjustment. Motion by CouQcilman Libby, that the above named position be created, but that no action be taken to set the date for examination at this time. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication from the Personnel Board recommending that an additional Water Meter Reader be appointed as one of the present Meter Readers is leaving in September. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board be accepted and an addltional Meter Reader be appointed. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the Personnel Board was read, recommending that the City Council appoint a temporary Ensineer in the Water Depart- ment at a salary of $320.00 per month, plus $25.00 per month cost of living adjustment. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication from the Personnel Board was read, recommending to the City Council that a temporary Senior Pumpman be appointed at a salary of $290.00 per month, plus $25.00 per month cost of living adjust- ment, also a Junior Pumpman at a salary of $210.00 per month, plus $25.00 per month cost of living adjustment. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Personnel Board as above set forth, be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the Personnel Board was read, recommending to the City Council that a temporary Maintenance Man be appointed at the salary of $200.00 per month, plus $25.00 per month cost of living adjustment. :1902 Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Per- sonnel Board be approved, as above set forth. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carr1'ed on" Roll Call as fo"llows": AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the Personnel Board recommending to the City Council that one of the Meter Readers in the Water Department be appointed Supervisor over the Meter Readers at an increase of $10.00 per month. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Per- sonnel Board be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: 1 AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp~ Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Councilman Libby, that the previous Resolution wereby John Herrin was appointed temporarily to the position of acting Foreman in the Water Department, and Donald Ott's resignation as foreman was accepted, be rescinded, and that John Herrin resume his former position as Water System Repairman, and Donald Ott be reinstated as Foreman in the Water Department. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from Koebig & Koebig was read, advising that Mr. Mike Radich has completed his work under contract in accordance with plans and specifications, for sanitary sewer improvements, Assessment District W-43, City of Arcadia, California, as of July 8, 1949, in a satisfactory and good workmanship manner. Said communication was ordered filed. 1 The resignation of Paul Armstrong from his pOSition as Street Foreman and request to be returned to his former position as Equipment Operator Labo,re, was rea.d. Motion be accepted, was seconded AYES: NOES: by Councilman Libby, that the resignation of Mr. Armstrong and that the Personnel Board be so advised. Said motion by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None A communication from the Planning Commission relative to a public hearing on t he application of Joe E. Earll and Lou G. Earll for zone variance was ordered tabled until the next regular meeting of the City Council on August 2, 1949. Communication from the City Engineer advising that the work of grading, curbs, gutters, sewer and pavement has been completed on La Sierra Drive between Santa Anita Ave. and EI Monte according to plans and specifications of the City of Arcadia, was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Street work on the portion of La Sierra Drive between Santa Anita Ave. and EI Monte, be accepted and made a part of the street system of the City of Arcadia. S~id motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None " Communication from the Ci~l,Engineer was read, regarding communi- cation from A. E. Kammeier at 1244 Oakwood Drive, concerning certain easements between Oakwood Drive and First Avenue. Mr. Watson presumed that the utilities have the right to erect their poles and underground utilities as best suited to the reuirements for the use they are put to, as long as they only make use of the area within the fifteen foot easement. The City Clerk was instructed to send a copy of Mr. Watson's letter to Mr. Kammeier. Communication from the City Engineer was read, advising that Mr. M. C. Lemons, Equipment Operator Labore, is requesting two weeks' leave of absence wi thout pay. I Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that Mr. Lemon's request for two weeks' leave of absence without pay, be granted. Communication from the City Engineer advising that West Arcadia Business Mens Association has now on deposit with the Southern California Edison Company sufficient money to cover the cost and ,installation of 32 lighting poles. Mr. Watson advised that it will now be necessary for the City Council to authorize the additional expense of lighting this portion of Baldwin Ave. I I :!!.9D3 Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the City Engineer and that the additional expenses covering the lighting of a portion of Baldwin Avenue be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and,Russell None Communication from Graves & Chubbuck offering $250.00 for Harley Davidson Motor No. 51, and $325.00 for Motor No. 52, was read. Said communication was ordered held for further handling. Chief of Police Cahill requesting permission to Valley Chiefs Organization at a dinner meeting Santa Anitan, August 3, 1949, with an approx- The Chief anticipates the attendance of Communication from act as host to the Pomona to be held at Carpenters' imate cost of $1.75 each. approximately 45. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City of Arcadia be host to the Pomona Valley Chiefs Organization at their dinner meeting August 3rd, at Carpenters' Santa Anita, and that the City of Arcadia pay the expenses. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication from the Chief of Police was read, thanking the City Council on behalf of the members of the Arcadia Police force for the granting of a 40 hour week. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Chief of Police requesting per- mission to attend the meeting of the International Chiefs of Police Convention to be held in Dallas, Texas, from September llth to 15, 1949. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Chief of Police be per- mitted to attend the Convention, and that the City reimburse Chief Cahill for the actual expenses of attending said Convention. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the Chief of Police relative to increasing the fee for Bicycle licenses from 25~ to 50~ was read. Said communication was referred to the Police Commission. Communication from the Arcadia Recreation Commission recommending to the City Counoil the purchase of Lot 6, Block 89, of Santa Anita Tract, lying east of the Wash, being North of and adjacent to the present City Park site, and having a frontage of 330 feet on Second Avenue, to provide additional recreational facilities, was read. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that the City Attorney be authorized to undertake ne~otiations for the purchase of this property. "\ Communication from the Recreation Commission was read, recommending , to the City Council that Mr. Ken Scott, Superintendent of Recreation Salt . Lake City, be appointed to the position of Recreation Director of the City ,of Arcadia, at a salary of $4200.00 per 1ear, plus $25.00 per month cost of living bonus, and a car allowance of ~400.00 per year. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Recreation Commission, and Mr. Ken Scott be and is appointed as Recreation Director of the City of Arcadia at the salary above set forth, effective September 1, 1949. / I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll ~l. as follows: I / / , AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ' Communication from the Recreation Commission, was read, requesting that the Summer Recreation Director Mr. Wm. Jenkins be granted a car allowance of $33.33 for the per.iod June 15 to July 15. 1949, inclusive. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the recommendation of the Recreation Commission be approved, and Wm. Jenkins be paid $33.33 for cer allowance as above requested. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll C all as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of Tract No. :i904 15960 located on AlturaDrive, North of Hugo Reid Drive, be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and direc~ed to endorSe_in~due form- such- approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corpora'te seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvement in said Tract No. 15960, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 307 of said City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: ' 1 AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, L~bby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented.~nd read Resolution No. 1897 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR EXPENDITURE OF GAS TAX ALLOCATION FOR MAJOR CITY STREETS WITHIN SAID CITY FOR THE 1950 FISCAL YEAR.n The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1897 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1898 en- titled: nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING GRANT DEED COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA.n The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. 1 Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1898 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1899 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING BOND TO GUARANTEE THE COST OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTSAND THE TIME OF COMPLETION THEREOF IN TRACT NO. 14940 IN SAIC CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp,moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1899 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution of Intention I No. 1900 entitled: ~A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO IMPROVE A PORTION OF THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, AND DECLARING SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT TO BE OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT AND DESCRIBING THE DISTRICT TO BE BENEFITED BY SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT AND TO BE ASSESSED TO PAY THE COSTS AND EXPENSES THEREOF, AND DETERMINING THAT SERIAL BONDS SHALL BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT SAID COSTS AND EXPENSES AND FIXING A TIME FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT, OR TO THE EXTENT OF THE DISTRICT TO BE ASSESSED OR BOTH.n The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Resolution of Intention No. 1900 as read. Said motion w as seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Houcher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimOUSlY carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 775 entitled: nAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A BUREAU OF FIRE PREVENTION, PROVIDING OFFICERS THEREFOR, DEFINING THEIR POWER AND DUTIES, PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS FOR FIRE PRO- I TECTION AND FIRE PREVENTION AND LIFE SAFETY IN CONNECTION WITH HAZAROOUS _ MATERIALS AND PROCESSES IN SAID CITY; PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF; AND REPEALING CERTAIN PARTS OF ORDINANCE NO. 323 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, ADOPTED SEPTEMBER 17, 1935, AND ALL ORDINANCES OR PARTS OF ORDINANCES IN CONFLICT HEREWITH.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 775. Councilman Nugent moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 775. Said I I I I i9ns motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed:Ordinance No. 776 entitled: ftAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA CHANGING THE SET- BACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF FOOTHILL,BLVD., A PU3LIC STREET IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.n be introduced and read In full. The City.Attorney then ~ead proposed Ordinance No. 776. Motion by Councilman Libby, seco~dedby Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that pro?osed Ordinance No. 777 entitled: nAN ORDINANCE OF ~rlE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING CERTAIN PORTIONS OF SAID CITY AS AREAS OR FIRE HAZARDS, PROVIDING FOR RESTRICTED ENTRY THEREON AND PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 777. Mayor Russell presented for consideration the name of D. H. McKellar to take the place of W. C. Billig, resigned, as a member of the Library Board of Trustees. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that D. H. McKellar be appointed as a member of the Library Board of Trustees, to fill the unexpired term of W. C. Billig, ended June 30, 1951. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen -Boucher, NOES: None Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell Mayor Russell presented for Davis as a member of the Planning term of Roy Pike, resigned. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Robert J. Davis be appointed as a member of the City Planning Commission, to fill the unexpired term of Roy Pike, ending December 6, 1952. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and. carried on Roll Call as follows: consideration the name of Robert J. Commission to fill the unexpired AYES: . Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Mr. Keith Peck be hired at $250.00 per month to supervise the installation of the Sprinkling system and landscaping of the City Hall grounds. Sai d motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Roy Miller be appointed as Street Foreman, under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel Board, to take the place of Paul Armstrong who has resigned, effective July 20, 1949, at the prevailing salary for this position. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll C all as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that Mr. Shoemaker, together with Mr. Watson, be authorized to investigate a suitable type of building and location f or a warehouse, and if possible, report back at the next Council meeting. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the Agreement between the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce for promotional purposes for the fiscal year 1949-50, whereby the City will pay $3000.00 for promotional purposes beneficial to the City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as followe: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the Agreement between the City of Arcadia and the American Asphalt Paving Co. of Monrovia, for the improvement of a portion of Second Avenue (West side) from Colorado Blvd. to Haven Avenue, the City Hall Yard, and the Fire Station Yard, according to plans and specifications in the amount of $3076.55. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None 1906 Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the- Mayor and City Clerk be in- structed to execute Agreement between the City of Arcadia and Byron Jackson Company of Los Angeles, California, for the furnishing and in- stallation of a deepwell turbine Pump, motor and panel, according to specifications filed with the City Clerk on June 27, 1949, for the amount of $8006.40. Said motion was ~econded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and RUBsell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute Agreement between the City of Arcadia and Harold E. Rossiter, dba Crown City Nurseries of Pasadena, for the landscaping of the City Hall property, for the sum of $2785.00 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as fo~lows: AYES: C~uncilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None 'Motion by Councilman Libby, that Harold G. Petz and Chester Hasson be asked to check the appraisal submitted by Ralph M. Hulse of the 2t acres of land, more or less, to be acquired by the School District for School purposes. Said motion was seconded by ~ouncilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that requisitions for maerials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: City Clerk -------------- Police Dept. ------------ Street Dept. ------------ Fire Dept. -------------- Water Dept. ------------- Garage ------------------ 1942 2920 159 to 167 Incl. 76 to 79 n 102, ,,269, '270 to 294 Incl. 301 to 326 Incl. 2986,- 2990 to 3000 Incl. 201, 209, 211 to 221 and 223 Recreation Comm. -------- Motion by Counci~an Klomp, that Warrants Nos. 17 to 90 inClusive, as audited and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Libby and carried, that the meeting adjourn. -v66,{!,/// Mayor ATTEST: /L~ City Clerk I I I I I I I l.:JU (' Council Chamberst City Hall, Arcadia, California August 2, 1949, tl:OO o'clock P. M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT : ABSENT : Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and un- animously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held July 19, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. . Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and un- animously carried~ that the City Council approve the estimate of expendi- tures as presented by the City Clerk, for the fiscal yaer 1949-50. Petition was presented by Mrs. Myers Jones, 1100 Encanto Dr., re- questing consideration of Boulevard Stops on Altura Road at Encanto Drive, to stop both North and Southbound traffic. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and un- animously carried, that said petition be referred to the Chief of Police for investigation, with instructions to report back at the next regular meeting of the Council to be held August 16, 1949. Petition from Mrs. James N. Schien, 604 Estrella Ave., was presented, protesting the proposed improvement of Estrella Ave., and El Sereno Drive. After considerable discussion Councilman Klomp moved that the pro- test against the improvement of Estrella Ave. and El Sereno Dr., be denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Communication from Estey M. Turner requesting that his name be withdrawn from the petition for the improvament of Estrella Ave. and El Sereno Drive, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Petition was presented from Ray H. Kinnison et aI, protesting the operation by the Arcadia City Bus Lines over Naomi Ave. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Clerk be instructed to advise Mrs. Kinnison that the operation of the Arcadia City Lines iB on a temporary permit for a periOd of six months, and that the oper- ations are more or less on a trial basis subject to change in the present routes if deemed necessary; and at the end of this trial period the matter of this petition will be considered. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES:: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Petition was read from Frank J. Neigebauer et aI, 50 E. Diamond St., requesting the City Council to improve Diamond St. between Santa Anita Ave. aQd First Avenue by the construction of sidewalks, all work to be done under the provisions of the improvement Act of 1911. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this petition be referred to the City Engineer for investigation. Communication was read from Mayor E. S. Dixon of Inglewood, express- ing appreciation for the cooperation by the City of Arcadia in making the meeting of the League of California Cities a success. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from the League of California Cities, expressing their appreciation for the gracious and generaous entertainment on the occasion of the annual Southern California Board of Directors' meeting, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from Koebig & Koebig enclosing letter of acceptance from the City of Pasadena for the resurfacing of the sewer lines on Michillinda Ave. from Foothill Blvd. northerly, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from C. A. Hasson and Harold G. Petz was read, advising they had examined the appraisal made by Mr. Ralph Hulse dated June 28, 1949, and recommending that the appraisal of $13,000.00 as submitted by Mr. Hulse be adjusted to approximately $9500.00. :19Utl Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Mr. Norval Dice, Superintendent of Schools, be requested to negotiate for the property and that Council- man Klomp work with Mr. Dice in this negotiation. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Communication from Harry C. Schrey requesting permission to lease a site for the erection of a sign approximately 8 t 10 to be located approximately 1000 feet North of Lamberts Lumber Yard on City property on North Peck Road, was read. , Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare a lease calling for a monthly rental of $5.00 per month, payable semi-annually in advance, providing for 30 days cancellation. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bouche~, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Communication from Alfred M. RUlofson, Certified Public Accountant, submitting a bid on bepalf of the City of Brea, was read, in the amount of $150.00 for the old Burroughs Bookkeeping machine, and any unused ledger cards and forms which fit the Burroughs machine. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the offer of the City of Brea. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Communication from Paul W. Thorsen submitting certain modification and changes in the method of handling and hauling garbage, tin cans, etc., was read. Said communication was referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole. Communication from the Planning Commission was read, advising the operation of a hay barn on the North side of Longden Ave. East of Sixth Ave. is a violation of the Zoning Ordinance and requesting that action be taken to discontinue such operation. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the city Attorney be instructed to start pro- ceedings for the abatement of this violation. Communication from t~e Planning Commission was read, advising that Zone variance granted to George Wlll1-ams by Ordinance No. 643 to operate a riding academy on East Longden Avenue, expired July 16, 1949, and recommending that action be taken to cause such operations to be discontinued. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communication from the City Attorney was read, relative to claim of E. L. McCreary against the City for $200.00 based on alleged damage to certain Dichondra, resulting from weed abatement work, and recommend- ing the claim be formaliy declined. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the claim of E. L. McCreary against the City for $200.00 be delined. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll C all as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Communication from the City Attorney was read, advising that the case of Gordon v. Orr et al, is pending in Superior Court, and the date of trial has been set for November 16, 1949. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the City Engineer, advising that'the following employees had worked overtime in connection with cleaning streets during the raci~g month qf July 1949: Eldon Frazier -------------- J. J. Cryan ---------------- Frank Silvia --------------- Roy'L. Zahl ---------------- S. L. Stephens ------------~ 32 hours 64 n 10 " 56 n 8 n Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the overtime payments as stated above be allowed on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I I I I I I I I I :1iB09 AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None , ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Communication from the Chief of Police was, relative to traffic hazards on Las Tunas and Baldwin Ave. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the City Engineer relative to petition from property owners on Las Tunas Drive between El Monte and Holly, which was presented to the City Council July 19, 1949, requesting the construction of shoulders, gutters, etc. and also requesting that all heavy traffic be diverted from Las Tunas and the speed limit be reduced to 25 miles per hour. Mr. Watson recommended that the City contribute toward the cost of improvements approximately $4500.00, and suggested that the matter as to the diversion of traffic and the reduction of speed be referred to the Automobile Club for their survey and recommend- ation. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimousl1 carried, that the City Clerk be instructed to request that the Automobile Club make a survey relative to the foregoing, on Las Tunas Drive, and that Boulevard Stops be erected at Holly and Las Tunas Dri ve . City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1902 entitled: ~A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ACCEPTING CERTAIN TAX DEED FROM THE CITY TAX COLLECTOR, EXECUTED AND DELIVERED PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. 460 OF SAID CITY." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1902 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent City Attorney C ornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1905 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CERTAIN STIPULATION IN A CERTAIN ACTION NOW PENDING IN THE SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA UNDER NO. 520252.~ The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1905 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None _ ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motiop by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 776 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CHANGING THE SETBACK LINES ON PORTIONS OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, A PUBLIC STREET IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA. ~, be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimOUSly carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 776. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 776. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucber, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 777 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY CO UNCIL OF THE CITY OF A RCADI A, CAL !FORNIA, DESIGNATING CERTAIN PORTIONS OF SAID CITY AS AREAS OF FIRE HAZARD, PROVIDING FOR RESTRICTED ENTRY THEREON AND PROVIDING FOR A PENALTY FOR THE VIOLATION THEREOF.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 7.77. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 777. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent 19iO Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 778 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, PROHIBITING ALL OWNERS AND OCCUPANTS OF LOTS AND PRID4ISES WITHIN SAID CITY FROM OBSTRUCTING THE STREETS, PARKWAYS AND SIDEWALKS OR OBSTRUCT- ING THE FREE PASSAGE OF PEDESTRIANS-AND VEHICLES UPON AND ALONG SUCH STREETS, PARKWAYS lli1D SIDEWALKS IN SAID CITY.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 778. Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 779 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMENDING SECTION 9 OF ORDINANCE NO. 624 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CREATING A RECREATION COMMISSION, ADOPTED, JANUARY 27, 1947.", be introduced and read in rull. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 779. I Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 780 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CHANGING THE SETBACK LINES ON A PORTION OF SECOND AVENUE, A PUBLIC STREET IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be introduced and read in full. The City Attorney then read proposed Ordinance No. 780. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unani:nously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 781 entitled: ' "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REGULATING THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, ALTERATION, USE AND MAINTENANCE OF PUBLIC AND HQUSE CONNECTION SEWERS, INDUSTRI AL CONNECTION SEWERS, SAND AND GREASE INTERCEPTORS, SAND INTERCEPTORS, GREASE INTERCEPTORS AND .APPURTENANCES, THE ABANDONMENT OF SEPTIC TANKS, CESSPOOLS, SEEPAGE HOLES I AND DRY PITS; THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND THE COLLECTION OF FEES THERE- FOR, INSPECTING THE CONSTRUCTION' AND MAKING RECORD PLANS OF THE FACILITIES PERMITTED HEREUNDER; AND THE MAKING OF DEPOSITS TO ASSURE FAITHFUL PERFORMANCE OF WORK PERMITTED HEREUNDER; STANDARD SPECIFI- CATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY SEWERS AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR THE VIOLATION OF ANY OF THE PROVISIONS THEREOF, '4-ND" DECLARING T_HE \JR.GENCY,"HERE'NITH. TO TAKE EFFECT IMMEDIATELY.", be intr.oduced and read in full. ' The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council waive the reading of the body of Ordinance No. 781. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as_follows: AYES: Cpuncilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: 90uncilmen Libby and Nugent Communication from the City Engineer requesting permission to attend the Building Inspectors Convention in Seattle, Washington, during the week of September 1st, was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be permitted to attend the Building Inspectors Convention in Seattle and be re- imbursed for the actual expenses of attending said Convention. Said I motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Communication was read from the City Engineer advising that the work of grading, curbs, gutter, pavement and sewers has been com- pleted according to plans and specifications, in Tract No. 14940, being on Oxford ~nd C~bridge Streets, West of Santa Anita Race Track, with the exception of the West 20 feet of said streets which Rancho Santa Anita agrees to improve at their expense providing the future extension of Baldwin Avenue is not constructed by the Los Angeles County Arboretum. Motion by Council:nan Boucher that the street work in Tract No. 14940 be accepted, and made a part of the City Street system. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Bqucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Communication from the Assitant Water Superintendent was read, I advising that water lines have been installed in Tracts No.s 15337 and 14940 according to plans and specifications of the City of Arcadia, and are now ready to be made a part of the City Water System. Motion bl Councilman Klomp, that the water lines in Tracts Nos. 15337 and 14940 be accepted and made a part of the City Water System. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent I I I I 1911.1 Communication from the Assistant Water Superintendent was read, ad- vising the water lines have been installed in Tract No. l3S44 according to plans and specifications of the City of Arcadia, and are now ready to be made a part of the City Water system. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water lines in Tract No. 13544 be made a part of the City Water System. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll C all as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Communication was read from the Water Superintendent submitting ex- planation and itemized statement of claims of various employees in the Water Department for pay covering overtime work during the month of July, 1949: Andrew Berkompas --------------- 20 D. E. Frazier ------------------ 4 J. L. Frazier ------------------ 2 Leland B. Hanson --------------- 24 John Herrin --------------------176 Owen Hibarger ------------------150 E. Highton --------------------- 27 John Markel -------------------- 17 v. R. McMickell ---------------- 14 Robert Nelson ------------------ 19 N. J. Peters -------------------188 Thomas B. Poyner ---------------110 Manuel Ramirez ----------------- 24l Jos. F. Rose ------------------- 60 John E. Thomas ----------------- 25! Louis Wolf --------------------- 2 Hours " " " " " " " .. " " " " " " " Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Counciimen Libby and Nugent Petition was presented by R. A. Cook, et aI, in opposition to the opening of Seventh Avenue, and requesting that any action taken in this matter previous to this date be discontinued. Said petition was referred to the Planning Commission. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Civil Service examination for the position of Assistant Water Superintendent be cancelled. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Mr. John Hayes in the Water Depart- ment, be allowed mileage for the use of his personal car in connection with Water Department business, at the prevailing rate of 6t per mile. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Communication was read from the Chief of Police requesting permission to organize a Reserve Officers organization. This group will consist of reputable citizens who are willing to purchase their own equipment and give of their time whenever called upon, and to be trained in the handling of fire arms as well as general police work and the laws of arrest. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that Chief Cahill be authorized to organize a Reserve Officers organizationj all expenses of organization and equipment to be defrayed by the members of the organization. Communication from the Chief of Police relative to the request of the West Arcadia Business Association for a foot patrolman, was read. Said communication was referred to the Council as a Committee of the Whole. Communication was read from the Chief of Police relative to traffic hazards near both entrances to the parking area of the new Market Basket located on First and Alta Streets, and recommending that the curbing be painted red at the two driveway entrances into the parking lot and entrance to the alley on the East side of First Ave., between Huntington and Alta; also that the white angle lines be painted out and the North curb of Alta St. east of First between the Market Basket driveway entrances and the first house East of the, Market Basket be painted red. :1912 Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the recommendations of the Chief of Police as above set forth, be approved. Communication from the Chief of Police, was read, advising that due to the illness of Officer Charles Gilliland's mother, it was necess'ary that he go East at once, and as a result he has started his vacation July 26, 1949, and it has been necessary to call Mr. Raymond Hudson, the next man on the Civil Service eligible list, to relieve him, as the Police Department has three men on vacation. Said communication was referred to the Personnel Board. Communication was read from the Recreation Commission requesting car allowance in the amount of $16.66 from July 15th to July 31, 1949, be allowed the Summer Recreation Director, William W. Jenkins. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the request of the Recreation Commission for car allowance in the amount of $16.66 for William W. Jenkins, be allowed. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be authorized to purchase six pressure gauges at a cost of approximately $300.00, and one Electric sounding device at a cost of approximately $25.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be authorized to call for bids for one one-half ton Pickup Truck as per specifications to be furnished by the bidder, and that the 1940 Chevrolet Coupe pre- viously driven b1 Mr. Lee be traded in on the Pickup Truck, said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P. M., August l6, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: 'Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be authorized to call for bids covering the erection of fences around the Water Department property at Palm and El Monte, and around the Camino Real Reservoir property, according to specifications on file in the office of the City Clerk, said bids to be opened August 16, 1949, at 8:00 o'clock P. M. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ' ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be instructed to call for bids for the furnishing of 5000 feet of 12 inch Class 150 WWP-42l cast iron pipe, according to specifications on file in the office of the Water Superintendent, said bids to be opened August l6, 1949, at 8:00 o'clock P. M. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Clerk be instructed to call for bids covering the removal of approximately 43 dead Eucalyptus and Acacia trees on various streets, according to specifications prepared by the Street Superintendent, and on file in the office of the City Clerk said bids to be cpened August 16, 1949, at 8:00 o'clock P. M. ' Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call' as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, that all bids covering the improve- ment of portions of Huntington Blvd. and Huntington Place, be and the same are hereby rejected except the bid of the Griffith Company, and that contract for said work or improvement be awarded the Griffith Company in the sum of $9,036.00 in accordance with their bid; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute appropriate agreement therefor on pehalf of the City of Arcadia. I I I 1913 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: 'Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, that all bids covering the improve- ment of portions of First Avenue, Duarte Road, Santa Anita Ave., (West Lane), be and the same are hereby rejected except the bid of Griffith Company, and that contract for said work or improvement be awarded to the Griffith Company in the sum of $40,668.00 in accordance with their bid' and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute approp- riate agreement therefore on behalf of the City of Arcadia. - Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be authorized to purchase for the Garage, the following listed equipment: 1 - Model E 30 Allen Amature Growler 110 volt 60 cycl. 1 - Model E 109 Allen Mica Undercutter 1 - Model E 175 Allen Coil & Condenser Tester 1 - Model 674 Sioux Rocker Arm Attachment for #620 Valve Machine 1 Model lOO Jacobs Center Rest Check 1/4" to 3/4" 1 - 5 Gal. container and Basket with 4 gal. Karbonoff Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None lBSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be authorized to eurchase one Type 5510 American Revolving aerial ladder at a cost of $856.00, plus freight and sales tax. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Robert H. Ainsworth be employed to prepare plans and specifications for the proposed new warehouse, and that his compensation be fixed at 6% of the contract price, to include supervision, provided the work is ordered. Said motion was seconded by CounCilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Russell Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Warrants Nos. 91 to 183 inclusive, as audi~ and allowed by the Finance Committee be approved and paid, and 'the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmen Libby and Nugent Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Police Dept. ----------- Street Dept. ----------- Garage ----------------- Fire Dept. ------------- City Clerk ------------- Water Dept. ------------ 2921, 328, 329, ?37, 343 to 345 Incl. 33l, 332, 338, 340, 348, 168 to 172 Incl. 327, 335, 336, 346 80, 81 and 310 194-3 295 to 300 Incl. 331, 333, 334, 339 and 341 342, 351, 352 to 356 Incl. 22, 224 and 225 Recreation Dept. ------- Motion by Councilman Boucher, carried that the meeting adjourn. seconded by Councilman Klomp and ?!3L/J2 Mayor ATTEST: /{/ L ?z~A~ City Clerk :1914 Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, Calif. August 16, 1949, 8:00 o'clock P. M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: Councilmen Boucher,- Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell ABSENT: None I Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting held August 2, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. The City Clerk announced there were no bids received for the furnishing of fencing for the Reservoir site and the Longley Well. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the authorized to buy fencing on the open market. by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call Water Superintendent be Said motion was seconded as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The City Clerk opened and read the one and only bid received covering the removal of trees, as follows: Mathews Construction Co. ----------------- $1,892.00 This bid was referred to the City Engineer with instructions to report back later in the meeting. The City Clerk opened and read the following bids covering the furnishing of 5000 feet of l2 inch cast iron pipe: J. B. Clow & Sons Natl Cast Iron Pipe Div. ----- United States Pipe & Foundry Co. -------------- Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Co. -------------- American Cast Iron Pipe Co. -------------------- $17,875.00 18,200.00 l8,250.00 18,850.00 I Said bids were referred to' the Water Superintendent, Mr. Shoe- maker, with instructions to report back later in the meeting. The City Clerk opened and read bids for the furnishing of one one-half ton Pickup Truck for the Water Department, as follows: Belknap Company --$1287.00 less trade in $250,1947 Santa Anita Motors 1500.00 " 200 McDonald & O'Boyle 1437.50 " 200 Pelton Motors,Inc 1260.61 No trade in quoted Bus. " " Coupe Said bids were referred to the Water Superintendent with in- structions to report back at the next regular meeting of the City Council. Communication was read from the Rancho Santa Anita Residents Assn. requesting a study of the traffic problems in Rancho Santa Anita. Said communication was referred to the Chief of Police for study and recommendation. Communication was read from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc., request- ing the City beautify Well No.6 site in accordance with the agreement between the City of Arcadia and Rancho Santa Anita dated January 6, 1941. The City Clerk was instructed to inform Rancho Santa Anita that just as soon as the work of filling in the Reservoir site has been completed, that they will then make arrangements to landscape and beautify Well No.6 site. I Communication was read from the Automobile Club of Southern California relative to the feasibility of re-routing heavy truck traffic from Las Tunas Drive between Baldwin and Live Oak Avenues, and the re- duction of the present speed limit. The City Clerk was instructed to advise Duke Westland who pre- sented the petition signed by property owners on Las Tunas Drive between El Monte and Baldwin Avenue, requesting the improvement of Las Tunas, contingent upon the diversion of traffic and the reduction of speed limit, of the, action of the Automobile Club of Southern California. Communication from Adele Strutzenberg requesting certain inform- ation relative to the removal of weir box located at 1802 S. Santa Anita Ave., was read. I Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. Communication was read from the Rancho Santa Anita making a request on behalf of business houses and property owners on Huntington Drive between Michillinda and Baldwin Avenues, and residents on Portola Dr., that the City ask the Pacific Electric Railway Company to oil the right-of-way between these points. Said communication was referred to the City Attorney. 1.9:ll.5 Communication was read from the County of Los Angeles Road Department relative to the installation of traffic control signals at the intersection of Live Oak and Tyler Avenues, and advising that the City of Arcadia's cost of this installation would be approximately $700.00, or one-quarter of the total expenditure. Mr. Watson, City Engineer, recommended that this money be taken out of the gasoline tax fund. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1907, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING FROM THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CERTAIN GASOLINE TAX FUNDS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF CERTAIN PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." as read. Roll Call The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1907 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from H. E. McIntyre asking that the City issue a duplicate Warrant in the amount of $16.50 to replace Warrant burned in an incinerator. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that duplicate Warrant be issued to H. E. McIntyre in the amount of $16.50 to replace the Warrant burned in error. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from J. N. Richardson requesting refund of duplicate Building Permit No. 19011 in the amount of $8.00. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that refund of $8.00 to J. N. Rich- ardson be granted, as approved by the City Engineer. Said motion was . seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from Alvin W. Hahn, Attorney-at-law, was read, advising that they represent Mr.'B. M. Greenlee, former owner of rock plant and equipment presently located at 1903 N. Peck Road on City property, and which was subsequently leased to Mr; W. C. Updegraf, and requesting that because of Mr. Greenlee's mutual interest in the rock and gravel plant arising out of conditional sales contract, that they be advised of any transfer or contemplated transfer of lease. Said communication was ordered filed. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Motorcycle No. 51 and Motor- cycle No. 52 be sold to Graves & Chubbuck, for $575.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from William J. Moran Company requesting refund of $50.00 paid for business licenses Nos. 1110 and 1122, was read. Said communication was referred to the Building Department. Communication from Mabel F. Thompson in reply to City Attorney Cornyn's letter of August 4, 1949, was read. Mrs. Thompson advised that she will have steps taken to have the hay barn now leased to Mr. Gilker- son, torn down, after allowing a reasonable time for Mr. Gilkerson to vacate the premises. Said communications were ordered filed. Planning Commission nesolution No.2 was read, recommending the denial of the application of Joe B. Earll for a zone variance to allow various businesses at 221 E. Duarte Road. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that action on this Resolution be tabled. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the -Planning Commission was read, recommend- ing that the request of Cleve Patton for a change of setback on Fano St., between Santa Anita and First Ave., from 30 to 15 feet, be denied. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and the request of Cleve Patton for a change of setback on Fano Street be and the same is hereby denied. :1916 Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as,follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication was read from the Planning Commission recommending for approval the request of Hugh M. McQuown for permission to build on a lot h~ving 57.81 feet frontage on Tenth Ave. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council approve the re- I commendation of the Planning Commission, and the request of Hugh M. McQuown to build on a lot having 57.81 ft. frontage, be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as'follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication fron the Planning Commission was read, recommending for denail the request of Victor J. Wagner and Dan Healy, 140 W. Longden Ave., for permission to establish glass houses for the raising of orchids. Motion by Councilman Klomp~ that the City Council approve the re- commendation of the' Planning Commission, and the request of Victor J. Wagoner and Dan Healy be and the same is hereby denied. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried or R9ll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the Planning Commission was read recommending I for approval revised tentative map of Tract No. l5960, located on Altura Road. ' Motion by Councilman Klomp, that revised tentative map of Tract No.-lS960 as submitted by the Planning Commission be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Planning Commission Resolution No. 3 recommending the business of so-called Chinese or French Hand Laundry be approved as permissible use in Zone C-2, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as above set forth, be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman"Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: - AYES: Councilmen BOucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Libby, that the Departmental recomme~dations I of the Personnel Board for increases in salaries according to Wage Plan Schedule and the appointment to permanent status under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, of the individuals listed below, be approved: Jos. Meyers, Equip-Op,r-Lab. Joe J. Cryan ' ~range W. Kellar " Increase $4.00 4.00 4.00 Effective Sept. 2, 1949 H " Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None - Communication from the Personnel Board was read, recommending that all overtime in the Water Department could be eliminated by adding two more Pumpmen, thereby putting the personnel on the same basis as other ~epartments, 40 hours per week. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to hire two additional Pumpmen on a temporary basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None - I Communication from the Personnel Board recommending that consider- ation be given to immediate utilization of existing Fire Department personnel to work in the capacity of Fire Inspector until such time as this position is established, was read. Said communication was referred to Fire Chief Nellis for study and recommendation. Communication from the Personnel Board was read, recommending I I :1L~.H_t'; that the position of Senior Pumpman in the Water Department, Schedule No. 49-290, $290.00 to $348.00 per month, plus $25.00 per month temporary cost of living increase, and Maintenance Man, Water Department, Schedule 31, $200.00 to $240.00 per month, plus temporary $25.00 cost of living increase, be set up. Motion by Councilman Libby, that the positions of Senior Pumpman and Maintenance Man, with salaries as indicated above, be established. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Soucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication from the City Treasurer was read, requesting refund of duplicate payment of Dog License as represented by Licenses Nos. 1870 and 2255, in the amount of $4.00. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the recommendation of Mrs. Hainer for refund of $4.00 be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication was read from the City Treasurer recommending that the City Council consent to the sale of Lot 10, Block G, Tract No. 7723 Map Book 93, Page 41, Records of Los Angeles County, providing the County increase the minimum bid sufficiently for the City to receive their prorate share of the proceeds. City Attorney Cornyn then presented and read Resolution No. 1903 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CONSENTING TO THE SALE BY H. L. BYRAM, AS TAX COLLECTOR OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, OF CERTAIN TAX DELINQUENT REAL P~OPERTY IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1903 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from G. B. Watson, City Engineer, advising that S. L. Stephens and Paul Armstrong both worked 5 hours overtime removing trees from lQ30 Duarte Road on August 5, 1949, was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that S. L. Stephens and Paul Armstrong 'be paid overtime for 5 hours on a straight tix1e basis~ Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the Chief of Police was read, recommending that curbs be painted or marked to indicate Bus stops, and advising that Mr. Wagner, Operator of the Cal-Transit Bus Lines, is willing to assume the entire cost of this work. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be approved, and that the work above mentioned be done by the Arcadia City Street Department, with the cost of the work to be done to be paid for by Cal Transit Lines. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Communication from Chief Cahill recommending that Boulevard Stop signs and School Slow Signs be placed on the streets as per map attached, was read. The suggested Stops and Slow signs are the result of a petition presented by citizens in the vicinity of Encanto Dr. and Altura Road, requ~sting Boulevard Stops near the Hugo Reid School. Motion by Councilinan Boucher, that the recommendation of the Chief of Police be approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NO,ne Communication from the City Clerk requesting permission for auth- orized'delegates to attend the Convention of the League of California Cities to be held in San Francisco on October 24 to 26, incl., was read. Said communication was ordered tabled. Communication from the City Clerk requesting permission to cancel Unsecured Personal Property taxes as listed below, was read: 191t; Turner & Carr--------------- Adele D. Hanson ------------ C. G. Willis & Sons ~orp --- Mr. & Mrs. G. K. Prather --- Wm. H. Baade --------------- Hazel I. Farman ---------~-- Thelma K. Williams --------- Victor J. Harp ----------~~- E,. J. McElroy -------------- Ephriam T. Bondurant ------- W. E. Chisholm ------------- C. MooQrs ------------------ Mrs. H. W. Pennepacker ----- H. C. Moye --------------~-- Mrs. M. L. Stewart ------~-- Carrie D. Warner ----------- L.F. & Doris M. Working ---- D. K. Blue ----------------- $ 6.45 3.87 8l. l4 9.68 1. 94 18.06 .65 3.,35 15.48 .52 32.25 9.68 6.45 6;45 3.87 12;90 l2.90 3.87 Robert C. Long --------------- Hartwig B. Henry ------------- Howara Oats ------------------ Tom Smith -------------------- Joh~ Tozzi ------------------- Oti~ B. Reed ----------------- Hetty Harmon ----------------- Lorene D. Woestman ----------- H. Hinkle -------------------- H. Gordon -------------------- Virginia Nielson ------------- Newell Sanford --------------- Julia Loman ------------------ Robert Lynn ------------------ Chas. R. Cook ---------------- J. McElroy ------------------- Otto O. Lee------------------- $3S.JS 3.87 13.55 16.l3 23.22 2.19 .65 1.94 6.45 9.68 1.29 1.29 .65 35.48 1.94 6.45 .65 I Motion by Council~an Nugent, that the recommendation of the City Clerk for cancellation of the above listed taxes be approved, subject to the approval of the City Attorney. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication from the Chief of Police in reference to complaing received from Mrs. Marshall regarding horses using La Cadena Street, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from City Attorney Cornyn relative on June 16, 1949 of Zoning variance granted to George Ordinance No. 643, was read. to the expiration Williams under I Mr. Cornyo advised that application for a new variance has been filed with the Planning Commission, and suggested holding the matter in abeyance pending disposition of this application. Said communication was referred back to the City Attorney. City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1904 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CI'rY OF ARCADIA DESIGNATI ~G PORTIONS OF' CERTAIN INTERSECTIONS OF PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY AS STOP INTERSECTIONS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAI NING OF "STOP SIGNS" AT ,CERTAIN ENTRANCES THERETO." The pr6vis~ons of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1904 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1906 entitled: I "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING BOND TO GUARANTEE THE COST OF CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS AND THE TIME OF COMPLETION THEREOF IN TRACT NO. 15979 IN SAID CITY~ The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1906 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 778 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, PROHIB- ITING ALL OWNERS AND OCCUPANTS OF LOTS AND PREMISES WITHIN SAID CITY FROM OBSTRUCTING THE STREETS, PARKWAYS, AND SIDEWALKS OR OBSTRUCTING THE FREE PASSAGE OF PEDESTRIANS AND VEHICLES UPON AND ALONG SUCH STREETS, PARKWAYS AND SIDEWALKS IN SAJ;D CITY.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp, and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 778. I Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 778. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None . Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and un- animously carried, that proposed Ordina~ce No. 779 entitled: "AN ORD- INANCE OF' THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMENDING SECTION 9 OF ORDINANCE NO. 624 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CREATING A RECREATION I I 1.319 COMMISSION, ADOPTED JANUARY 27, 1947.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive-the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 779. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 779. Said motion was seconde.d by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and un- animously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 780 entitled: "AN ORD- INANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CHANGING THE SETBACK LINES ON A PORTION OF SECOND AVENUE, A PUBLIC STREET IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Libby and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 780. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 780. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimOUSly carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 781 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THECITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REGU- LATING THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, ALTERATION, USE AND MAINTENANCE OF PUELIC AND HOUSE CONNECTION SEWERS, INDUSTRIAL CONNECTION SEWERS, SAND AND GREASE INTERCEPTORS, SAND INTERCEPTORS, GREASE INTERCEPTORS, AND APPURTENANCES; THE ABANDONMENT OF SEPTIC TANKS, CESSPOOLS, SEEPAGE HOLES AND DRY PITS; THE ISSUANCE OF PERMITS AND THE COLLECTION OF FEES THEREFOR, INSPECTING THE CONSTRUCTION AND MAKING RECORD PLM~S OF THE FACILITIES PERMITTED HEREm~DER; THE MAKING OF DEPOSITS TO ASSURE FAITHFUL PERFORMANCE OF WORK PERMITTED HEREUNDER; STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY SEWER AND PROVIDING PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION OF ANY OF THE PROVISIONS THEREOF, AND DECLARING THE URGENCY HEREWITH, TO TAKE EFFECT IMMEDIATELY.", be given its second and final reading. The title of said Ordinance having been read there was a motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Council waive the final reading of the body of Ordinance No. 781. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Ordinance No. 781. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The Water Superintendent recommended that the bid for 5000 feet of 12 inch pipe be awarded J. B. Clow & Sons, National Cast Iron Pipe Div., in the amount of $17,875.00. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that all bids for the furnishing of 5000 feet of 12 inch cast iron pipe be rejected except the bid of J. B. Clow & Sons, National Cast Iron Pipe Div., in the amount of $l7,875.00 in accordance with their bid. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None The City Engineer recommended the awarding of the contract for the removal of various trees to the Mathews Construction Co. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the City Engineer, and contract for the removal of trees in the City of Arcadia be awarded the Mathews Construction Co. in the amount of their bid, $1892.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Communication and map outlining a program to provide for a 100 bed Accident-General Hospital, was submitted by George Albaugh. Motion by Councilman Libby, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that said communication be tabled. :19;::0 Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the matter- of the employment of Ralph Shoemaker as Water Superintendent on a full time basis and a salary adjustment be referred to the Personnel Board. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the proposed new warehouse for the Water Department and Street Department be located in the extreme Northeast corner of the Civic Center property. Said motion wa~ seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by. Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to replace the main from Orange Grove No.4 to Reservoir, where needed. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that immediate steps be taken to insure the Water Department warehouse and stock, located at 67 Orange Grove Ave. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Clerk be instructed to call for bids for the recovering of the roof of the Camino Real Reservoir. Said motion was seconded by Counci~man Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Owen Hibarger be granted a $10.00 per month increase in salary for serving as head Meter Reader, as recom- mended by the Personnel Board. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and ~arried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Mr._ John Hayes be given the tem- porary title of Assistant Water Superintendent, as recommended by the Personnel Board. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None , Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to sell Junk which has accumulated at Orange Grove Ave. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: CDuncilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ~ Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Pump Men in the Water Depart- ment be employed'on a 40 hour week basis, the same as other City employees. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Libby and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None I Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare an Agreement between the City of Arcadia and the Western Auto Leasing Co. for the rental of 1949 Pontiac cars, as per information pre- viously given him. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None I :i.921 Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Water Superintendent be the only person authorized to sign Water Department requisitions. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Fire Chief Nellis be authorized to have erected a concrete block wall across the South boundary of the Fire Department property located on Wheeler Street, at a cost for mate~ials of approximately $100.00, all work to be done gratis by members of the Fire Department. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign plans for the new Fire Department Station to be located on Orange Grove Ave., and the City Clerk be instructed to call for bids for the erection, according to plans and specifications submitted by the Architect; said bids to be opened at 8:00 o'clock P. M., Sept- ember 6, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Councilman Nugent, that Warrants Nos. l84 to 199 incl., and Nos. 20l to 241 incl., Nos. 243 to 248 incl. as audited and allowed by the Finamce Committee be approved and paid, and the Mayor and City CIeri be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: NOES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Libby, Nugent and Russell None Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, .that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Police Dept. Fire Dept. City Clerk Street Dept. Garage 2922 to 2944 incl. 82 to 84 1944 and 1945 173, 174, 176 to 187 incl. )48 to )50 incl. 401 to 421 incl. 358 to '381 incl. Water Dept. Motion by Councilman Bouc~er, seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried, that the meeting adjourn. -6,.L:/ ~<~/L/ Mayor ATTEST: ~/~ City Clerk Council Chambers, City Hall, Arcadia, Calif. September'6, 1949, 8:00 o'clock P. M. The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session at the above time and mentioned place, with Mayor Russell presiding: PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the Minutes of the regular meeting of August 16, 1949, be and the same are hereby approved. The Mayor announced this was the time and place fixed by the City Council for hearing protests, if any, against the proposed improvement of a portion of the first alley South of Huntington D rive, between Santa Anita Ave. and Second Avenue, pursuant to Resolution of Intention No. 1900. :19~~ There were no verbal or written protests. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be instructed to proceed with the improvement of the above mentioned alley. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby The assessment diagram prepared by the City-Engineer for the im- provement of a portion of Palm Drive, as contemplated by Resolution of Intention No. 1856, was presented for the approval of the Council. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that said diagram be so approved. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby The City Clerk advised the Council that this was the time ,and place fixed pursuant to statute and notice given for the hearing in the matter of the assessment for the improvement of a portion of Palm Drive as contemplated by Resolution of Intention No. 1856 adopted April 5, 1949. The Clerk also informed the Council that affidavits of the posting and publication of the Notice of Filing Assessments were on file in his office and that no written appeals or objections had been filed in his office prior to the day set for the hearing. The Mayor asked if there were any interested persons present desiring to be heard in the matter. There were no written or verbal protests. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that said assessment be confirmed and approve~. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from M. E. Fisher in reference to the unsightliness of the bridle path on North Santa Anita Ave. and also complaining of the dust raised by riders on the bridle path, was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Engineer be instructed to oil the bridle path from the Southern Pacific right-of-way to Orange Grove Ave. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from Armet & Davis, Architects, asking the privilege of a _meeting in the near future, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from Parker Engineering Company requesting an ex- tension of ,the time limit in the contract for the improvement of Eldorado, Fano, Genoa and Alice Streets, was read, together with the City Engineer's recommendation that the extension of time be granted. Motion by Councilman 3oucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that the completion date of the contract of Parker Engineering Company be extended to October 1, 1949, as requested by the Contractor, otherwise such contract to remain in full force and effect. Communication from Miss Carolina Colley regarding street lighting on the 100 block on South Fourth Avenue, was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this communication be referred to the City Engineer for investigation and report. Communication from the Arcadia Presbyterian Church relative to black-topping of the parking lot used by the Presbyterian Church, was read. Said communication was referred to the City Engineer with instruc- tions to report his findings at the next meeting. Communication from the Santa Anita Village Association requesting the City to consider an Ordinance prohibiting trucks or delivery cars from parking at any time on Village streets except for normal deliveries, was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this matter be referred to the Chief of Police, with instructions to report to the next meeting of the City Council. _ I I I I I I I I 1..923 Communication from Mary L. D. Ledet, R. N., complaining about horsemen and motorcycles using the Santa Anita Wash, was read. Said communication was ordered filed, the area in question being outside the City limits. Communication from the Santa Anita Village Community Assn. regarding the dusty condition of the Pacific Electric Railway right-of-way, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from the Los Angeles County Fire Department calling to the attention of the City Council that certain portions of County Fire Protection Districts have been included in the territory of Arcadia in recent years, and have not been requested officially to be withdrawn from the District, as follows: Annexation of " n " " Mar. S, 1941 - Oct. lO, 1945- May 23, 1947 - July lS, 1947- May 4. 1949 - City owned land Uninhabited territory West Arcadia No. 1 West Arcadia No. 2 West Arcadia No. 4 They also advise that if it is the desire of the City of Arcadia to withdraw from the District, the law provides that the governing body of the City shall by resolution request the Board of Supervisors to fix a time and place for heari~g on the question of withdrawal. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary Resolution. - Communication from the Arcadia Safety Council, was read, suggest- ing tha~ the City of Arcadia make further investigation of the fly menace in Arcadia, so that means might be taken to eliminate them. Said communication was referred to the Cou~cil as a Committee of the Whole. Communication from J. H. Hoeppel was read, advising that in further discussion on the erection and maintenance of an Arcadia Hospital that he be permitted,to attend such meetings so that he mi&ht present some observations or helpful aid to the acquisition of the necess- ary facilities for the Arcadia Hospital. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from J. H. Hoeppel 'requesting permission to set in with the Water Committee in executive session with a view of suggesting certain features which he considers of vital moment in water development or conservation, was read. Said communication was ordered-filed. Communication was read from Walter E. Lockwood and Frank A. Schroeder, owners of store buildings at 10S to III E. Huntington Dr., requesting the painting of a loading and unloading zone in front of their building, preferably at 107 or 109 E. Huntington Drive. Said communication was referred to the Chief of Police for in- vestigation. , ' Communication was read from the Committee appoi~ted for the study of City government, advising of the following Committee appointments: M. H. Ormsby, Chairman A. H. Perkins, Vice Chairman w. H. Nesbitt, Secretary Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Committee appointed for the study of City gpver.nment requesting that the Council designate an employee in the City Clerk's office to handle such secretarial services as may be required by the Committee. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication was read from the Committee appointed for the study of City government, requesting that a sum in the amount of $100.00 be set up to cover such expenses as may be incurred in connection with the various investigations and operations of the Committee. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that $100.00 be appropriated from unappropriated surplus to defray expenses that might be incurred in connection with the investigations 0 f the Committee. Said mot ion w as seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby :192~ Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City sell 12 feet of the most Easterly portion of the Camino Heal Reservoir site to L. A. Zima, at l~S E. Camino Real, for $180.00, and that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the necessary papers for the transfer of this property. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from Paul Revere Life Insurance Company, Leon H. Spencer, Special Agent, attaching proposed group life Accident, Health and Hospitalization Insurance plan, was read. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that if the majority of the employees in each Department of the City desire to avail themselves of this in- surance plan through formal application, that the Ci~ will pay not to exceed $1.50 per month per employee of the proposed cost. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication was read from the Western Union Telegraph Company requesting permission to attach Western Union directional signs on City owned light standards at First and Huntington, and First and Alta Street, was read. Motion by Councilman Nugent, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that the request of he Western Union Telegraph Company, be denied. Communication from the Sons of the Immaculate Heart of Mary inviting members of the City Council to attend the Fiesta commemorating the l78th Anniversary of the Founding of the Mission San Gabriel, was read. I Said communication was ordered filed. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign the Agreement between Robert H. Ainsworth, Architect, and the City of Arcadia, for ~is services and preparing the necessary plans and specifications for the erection of a one story masonry and steel shop and warehouse building. Said motion was seconded by CounciLuan Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ' ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Mayor and City Clerk be I authorized to sign the Agreement between the Los Angeles County Road Department and the City of Arcadia, whersby the City of Arcadia agrees to reimburse Los Angeles County for 25% of the actual cost of construc- tion of three light traffic control signals at the corner of, Live Oak, Tyler Avenue, and Second Avenue, at a cost not to exceed $700.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilm~~ Libby Communication from Santa Anita Village Community Association requesting investigation of hazardous conditions to persons entering the Village at Old Ranch Road, Golden West and Sunset, was read. Chief Cahill recommended that all 35 mile ,zone signs, pedestrian signs and crosswalks be painted and Stop Signs be placed on Huntington Drive and Sunset to stop East ~nd West traffic. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Chief of Police as above set forth. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby I Communication from James C. Bone, Attorney, was read, relative to the application for zone variance of Joseph L. Earll et ux, and request- ing that the application of June 15, 1949, as presented to the Planning Commission of the City of Arcadia, be modified to include the following only: , 1 - That the requested variance to use said Qroperty for poultry and rabbit slaughter be extended for a period of rive years only, from I :H125 and after the effective date of the effective date of the Ordinance granting such variance. 2 - That the variance requested be made permanent only as to the use of said property - (al retail poultry market (bl nursery for flowers and sale of flowers and plants; also for construction, maintenance and use of one or more buildings for such use requested. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the matter as stated above, be referred back to the Planning Commission for re-consideration in view of proposed modifications. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Planning Commission advising that Mr. Thomas C. Sullivan has been appointed to represent the Planning Comm- ission as a member of the Committee to investigate the various forms of City Government, with Mr. R. M. W. Shaw to serve as alternate member. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from Ross A. Himes and June Nancy Himes waiving their right of appeal to the City Council in that certain matter of application for change of zone, as filed with the Planning Commission on July 5, 1949, was read. \ - Said communication was ordered filed. Communication, with Resolution No. J-l-, from the Planning Commission recommending for denial the application of Ross A. Himes and June Nancy Himes for certain re-zoning, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on,Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None , ABSENT: Councilman Libby '-------- Communication fron the Planning Commission recommending for approval the request of Katharina Lu~, 623 W. Longden Ave. to build a second dwelling on a lot containing 14,674 square feet, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and Katharina Lung be permitted to build a .second dwelling on her property at 623 W. Longden Ave. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Planning Commission recommending for denial the request of Eugene R. Cook, l302 S. Eighth Ave., for permission to sell 60 feet of his 115.625 foot lot. After a communication from Mr. Cook was read, and a verbal protest and examination of documents was made, Councilman Klomp moved that the matter be referred back to the Planning Commission for further consider- ation. Sa~d motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Planning Commission recommending for approval the request of Walter and Dorothy Green at 1011 Fifth Ave., for permission to add kitchens to their Court was read, subject-to the condition they not be used for _permanent use. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be accepted, and Walter and Dorothy Green be permitted to add kitchens to their Court at 1011 Fifth Ave. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Planning Commission recommending for approval the request of Herbert H. Siemon for permission to make certain alter- ations to riding stables on Morlan Place to allow necessary clearance for the new Bowling Alley, providing it in no way waives the restric- tions on re-modeling or rebuilding of non-conforming buildings, and subject to the approval of the Buildi D ng apartment. :1~~ti Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the recommendation of the Planning Co~ission be accepted, and the request of Herbert H. Siemon be granted. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: ,Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Planning Commission recommending approval final map of Tract No. 15960 located on Altura Road by Warren E. Fox, was read. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of pro- posed Tract No. 15960 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sifficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 15960, pursuant to Section 3 of Ord- inance No. 307 of said City of Arcadia. for final and owne d I Said motion was seconded by Councilman- Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Pl~~ning Commission recommending approval final map of Tract No. 15960 located on Altura Road by Warren E. Fox, was read. - for final and owned Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map or proposed Tract No. 15960 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 15960, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 307 of said City of Arcadia. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Planning Commission recommending for' final approval final map of Tract No. 15928, located on Michillinda Avenue South of Eaton's and owned by Rancho Santa Anita, was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the City Council approve the I recommendation of the Planning Commission, and that final map of proposed Tract No. 15928 be and the same is hereby approved and accepted, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form sum approval and acceptance on said map and affix the corporate seal of said City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of said- Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond g~aranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. l5928, pursuant to Section 3 of Ordinance No. 307 of said City of Arcadia. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent, and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ,_ ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Perso~~el Board was read, advising that Mr. L. M. Talley, 120 Bonita Street, is the only individual on the eligible list for Assistant Street Superintendent in the Street Department. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Mr. L. M. Talley be appointed to the position of Assistant Street Superintendent under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System of the City of Arcadia, said appoint- I ment to be retroactive to August l6, 1949, at the prevailing rate for thi s posi ti on.' _ Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby I I I I .. 1927 Communication from the Personnel Board advising Mr. Victor J. Wagoner, member of the Personnel Board, had been appointed to the Committee to investigate the various forms of City government, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from the Personnel Board was read, recommending that John Herrin be given an additional $lO.OO per month while doing special work in the Water Department for Mr. Shoemaker, to become effective September l, 1949. . Motion by Councilman Klomp, that John Herrin be given an additional $10.00 per month while doing special work in the Water Department, from September 1, 1949 to December 31, 1949, at which time the matter will again be considered. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nug~nt and carried on Roll Cll as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby ,Communication from the Personnel Board was read, submitting the names of Hazel C. MacDonald, Ruth E. Alutin and Josephine Ellen Amman as the three individuals on the eligible list for Junior Stenographer Account Clerk. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that Ruth Alutin be appointed as Junior Stenographer Account Clerk in the office of the City Treasurer, under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, effective Sept- ember 7, 1949, at the prevailing salary for this position. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the City Engineer was read, advising that the City's share of the improvement of Michillinda Ave. by the installation of curbs and gutters along the 900 feet of property owned by the #ater Department, will be approximately $llOO.OO, and that this money can be made available from our portion of the County gas tax money and other moneys for the improvement of other portions of Michillinda to be borne by the Rancho Santa Anita and the Los Angeles County Road Department. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that when the imorovement is made that the City make application to Los Angeles County for ~1100.00 to be taken from the County Gas Tax money, to defray the City's share of the expenditure. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from G. B. Watson, City Engineer, advising that Charles Boyd worked six hours overtime July 4, 1949 removing trees from the stree~ at 21 S. Santa Anita Ave., was read. Motion by Council~an Boucher, that Mr. Charles Boyd ae allowed overtime for six hours on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Water Superintendent was read, submitting hours of overtime for various employees in the Water Department for the month of August, 1949: Andrew Berkompas ------------------ l8 D. E. Fr~zier --------------------- l7 John Frazier ---------------------- 12 J. A. Grivich -------------------- 142 Leland B. Hanson ----------------- 34 v. h. McMickel ------------------- 12 Robert Nelson -------------------- 2l N. J. Peters --------------------- 78 Manuel Ramirez ------------------- 9 J. E. Thomas --------------------- ~ Owen Hibarger -------------------- 6 Orville Srack -------------------- 54 Joe Engesser --------------------- 54 hours II II " " " K " II K " K " Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the above mentioned employees in the Water Department be paid for said overtime work on a straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: 1928 AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Bussell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Chief of Police recommending Boulevard Stops be placed at various locations in the Rancho area, was read. Motion by Councilman Boucher, 'seconded by Councilman Klomp and unanimously carried, that this communication be referred to the Police Commi t tee. Communication from the Chief of Police recommending Stop Ahead signs be repainted at San Anto~io North of San Rafael, and also that double lines be painted around curb at- San Antonio, was read. Said communication was referred to the Police Committee. I Communication from the Chief of Police advising that Officer Orville Harper who had been working as Vacation Relief, had resigned, was read. Said communication was ordered filed. Communication from the City Clerk listing overtime hours as follows, for employees in the City Clerk's office, for the preparation of Notices of Sewer assessments, was read: Emma J.. Orr ---------------- June Cocksedge ------------- Doris Laughlin ------------- Ethel Roeers --------------- W. M. Cornish -------------- 2l Hours 14 " l~ " l~ Motion by Councilman Boucher, that said overtime be allowed on a I straight time basis. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: - AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Communication from the Cal Transit Lines was read, requesting that the Council establish a Committee to consider a bmporary subsidy to support the Cal Transit Lines. Motion by Councilman Nugent, that the City Clerk be instructed to forward a copy of this communication from the Cal Transit Lines to the Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Business Mens Assn., and the West Arcadia Business Assn. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as fo llows: AYES: Councilmen Eoucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Nugent, that reservations to the League I of California Cities Convention to be held in San Francisco on October 24th to 26th inclusive, be made for those department heads and members of the Council and Planning Commission who desire to go; transportation expenses not to exceed regular train fare, plus pullman accomodationswith other incidental expenses pot to exceed $lOO.OO, to be allowed. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1908 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DESIGNATING A CERTAIN INTERSECTION OF PUBLIC STREETS IN SAID CITY AS STOP INTERSECTION AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAINING OF "STOP SIGNS" AT CERTAIN ENTRANCES THERETO." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1908 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby I City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1910 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUlWIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA. CALIF- ORNIA, ADOPTING PROFILE AND IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF PORTIONS OF MAYFLOWER AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." " The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. City Attorney Cornyn presented and ~eau fiesolution No.1909 en- , titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA FIXING THE TAX LEVY FOR MUNICIPAL PURPOSES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1949-50, UPON ALL THE TAXABLE PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. J Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No.1909 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby I I I I :R929 Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1910 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 19l1 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CrTY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING MAP OF ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF PORTIONS OF MAYFLOWER AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS, IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Hesolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1911 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyo presented and read Resolution of Intention No. 1912 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DELARING ITS INTENTION TO IMPROVE A PORTION OF MAYFLOWER AVENUE AND OTHER STREETS IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA, AND DECLARING SAID WOHK OR IMPROVEMENT TO BE OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT AND DSSCRIBING THE DISTRICT TO BE BENEFITED BY SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT AND TO BE ASSESSED TO PAY THE COSTS AND EXPENSES THEREOF, AND DETEHMINING THAT SERIAL BONDS SHALL BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT SAID COSTS AND EXPENSES AND FIXING A TIME FOR HEARING OBJECTIONS TO' SAID WORK OR IMPROVEMENT OR TO THE EXTENT OF THE DISTRICT TO BE ASSESSED, OR BOTH." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilnan Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1912 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyn presented and read Resolution No. 1913 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTING BUDGET AS SET F'OrlTH IN P"OJECT STATEMENT NO. 19 PREPARED PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 194 AND 195 OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1913 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyo presented and read Resolution No. 19l4 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING DEED AND BILL OF SALE COVERING CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA. ft The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Klomp moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1914 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby City Attorney Cornyo presented and read Resolution No. 1915 en- titled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDERING CERTAIN WORK AND IMPROVE~ENT TO as OONE on PORTION OF THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH Or' HUNTINGTON DRIVE IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA." The provisions of said Resolution were then discussed. Councilman Boucher moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1915 as read. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Boucher and unanimously carried, that proposed Ordinance No. 773 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE GRANTING TO SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON COMPANY, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, A FRANCHISE TO USE FOR TRANSMITTING AND DISTRIBUTING ;1.9JO ELECTRICITY WITHIN THE CITY OF ARCADIA FOR ANY AND ALL PURPOSES OTHER THAN THOSE AUTHORIZED UNDER SECTION 19 OR ARTICLE XI OF THE CONSTITUTION OF-THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA AS SAID SECTION EXISTED PRIOR TO ITS AMEND- MENT ON OCTOBER 10, 1911; ALL POLES, WIRES, CONDUITS AND APPURT~~ANCES WHICH ARE NOW OR MAY HEREAFTER BE LAWFULLY PLACED IN THE PUBLIC STREETS, ALLEYS, WAYS AND PLACES WITHIN SAID CITY, AND TO CONSTRUCT AND USE IN SAID PUBLIC STREETS, ALLEYS, WAYS AND PLACES ALL POLES, WIRE, CONDUITS AND APPURTENANCES NECESSARY OR PROPER FOR SAID PURPOSES.", ad amended, be introduced and read in full. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Council waive the reading I of the body of Ordinance No. 773 as amended. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilman Nugent and un- animouslY carried, that Mr. John Hayes be authorized to sign requisitions for purchases of materials in the absence of Mr. Shoemaker. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that John Herrin be authorized to use his personal car on the work he is now doing, and that he be allowed the customary 6f per mile until December 31, 1949. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Cou~cilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to fence and landscape Well Site at Rancho Well #6. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to purchase tools for the Warehouse and Service Department at a cost of approximately $200.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that all bids for the furnishing of one one-half ton 6 cyl. Pickup Truck be rejected except the bid of L. E. Belknap Co., and that said bid in the amount of $l325.6l less trade in allowance for old Chevrolet Business Coupe, be awarded L. E. Belknap Co. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby I Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to purchase the necessary warning signals for street work. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to purchase hand pump for Well measurements. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City Water Department stand the expense of moving meters when necessary on Alice Street. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to sell old pump in Old Rancho Well No.6. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: I AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to hire O. H. Srack and Joseph C. Engessor as temporary pumpmen, I I :iL93:i at the prevailing wage for this position. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be auth- orized to hire Arthur H. Shunk from the eligible list for Meter Reader, under the Rules and Regulations of the Personnel System, effective August 21, 1949, at the prevailing salary for said position. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be authorized to install a float control, at the Camino Real Reservoir. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent a,d carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that petty c ash in the amount of $25.00 be set up for the Water Department. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows~ AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Water Superintendent be authorized to proceed with plans for a new supplementary Booster plant to be built at the St. Joseph Reservoir site, at a cost of ~2S,OOO.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Johnson Fence Co., of El Monte be awarded the bid to erect fence around the Water Department property at the Longley Well a~d Camino Real Reservoir site, in the amount of $1085.08. Said motion was seconded by Councilma, Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby. Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the City 9urchase from Warren E. Fox, the 2~ acre property on Michillinda Blvd., as described in the Agree- ment of Sale between the City of Arcadia and Mr. and Mrs. Fox, for the sum of $13,2$0.00; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sell 2 acres of said property to the Arcadia City School District for a consideration of $10,000.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Fire Chief be allowed to attent the Pacific Coast Intermountain Association of Fire Chiefs' Convention, to be held in Pasadena from September 19 to 22nd, and to display two pieces of Arcadia City Fire Department Equipment; Mr. Nellis to be reimbursed for all actual expenses in connection with the Convention. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen goucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman BOUCher, that the Mayor and Ci ty Cle:~k be instructed to execute the lease between the City of Arcadia and Harry C. Scherey, being a portion of the land belonging to Lessor immed:lately West of Peck Road and consisting of an area of sufficient size to accomodate a sign board approximately 8' x 10' in size, for tha main- tenance by Lessee of an advertising sign board, for a consideration of $5.00 per month payable in advance for each six months' period.. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried c,n Roll Call 1932 as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Klomp, that the Mayor and City Clerk be auth- orized to execute the Agreement between the National Cast Iron Pipe Division of J. B. Clow & Sons, a Corporation, and the City of Arcadia, for 5000 feet of 12 inch pipe at $3.575 per lineal foot, plus sales tax. I Said motion was seconded by Councilman Boucher and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby Motion by Councilman Boucher, that the Mayor and City Clerk be authori~ed to sign and execute the Agreement between the Mathews Con- struction Co. and the City of Arcadia, for the removing of 44 dead trees, including stumps, on various public streets, for the sum of $1892.00. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Klomp and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby In the matter of the construction of certain sanitary sewer work in the City of Arcadia and surrounding area under Resolution of Intention, Resolution No. 1725, the diagram of the property affected or benefited by the work done under said resolution and which is to be assessed to pay the costs and expenses thereof, was presented to the Council and examined by the members thereof. Upon motion by Councilman Klomp, seconded by Councilm~n Boucher and u~an~mously carried, the following Resolution was adopted by the Council, to-wi t: I The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, does hereby resolve and order that the diagram, "Diagram No. W-43" for the work done pursuant to Resolution No. 1725 be and the same is hereby approved, and that the City Clerk shall certify the fact and date of such approval on said diagram and shall deliver said diagram immediately to the Street Superintendent of the City of Arcadia. Motion by Councilman Boucher, that Warrants Nos. 249 to 351 in- clusive, as audi ted and allowed by the Finance Committee be app'roved and paid, and the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized and directed to sign said Warrants. Said motion was seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried on Roll Call as follows: AYES: Councilmen Boucher, Klomp, Nugent and Russell NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Libby I Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and unanimously carried, that requisitions for materials and supplies as hereinafter listed be approved, and the City Clerk be and he is hereby authorized and directed to issue purchase orders covering: Fire Dept. ----------------- City Court ----------------- City Clerk ----------------- Police Dept. --------------- Garage --------------------- Street Dept. --------------- Water Dept. ---------------- Recreation Comm. ----------- 85 and 86 1408 to 1410 Incl. 1946 2925 to 2928 Incl. 422 to 4h9 Incl. 501 and 502 188 to 198 Incl. 382 to 400, 451 and 452 226 Motion by Councilman Boucher, seconded by Councilman Nugent and carried, that the meeting adjourn. Mayor I ATTEST: /L.t. Ci ty Clerk I I " I I I I I I I I I I .:- -- "* -II' .. 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