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MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 2, 1968
Imvoc~noo
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California met in regular
session in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall on January
2, 1968 at 8 p.m.
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The Rev. J, Davis Barnard, Arcadia Presbyterian Church
Mayor Robert J. Considine
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Hage, Considine
None
MINUTE
APPROVAL
(12-19- 67)
MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Forman and carried
unanimously that the Minutes of the regular meeting of December 19,
1967 be and they are hereby APPROVED.
PLAQUE
PRESENTATION
State Senator H. L, Richardson was present to receive special
recognition for outstanding achievement,
PROPOSED The City Council considered in detail a proposed ordinance pertaining
RUBBISH to the amendment, repeal and addition of certain sections of the
COLLECTION Arcadia Municipal Code as they pertain to rubbish collection regu-
REGULATIONS lations and requirements. Incorporated therein were provisions for
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S t '~d'"~.t2t. ,', sollection, rates, insurance, equipment, ideptification, parking and
,,/'- '. .'standing restrictions, hours of operation, ownership, application
1~~)/~~~ provisions, suspension of a permit. Additional suggestions were
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Following extensive discussion on each of the provLsLons, it was the
consensus of the City Council that staff be instructed to redraft
the ordinance and that additional recommendations be made part and
parcel of same, to wit: each vehicle to carry State brake safety
inspection certification, each vehicle to be maintained in a safe
and sanitary condition, manufacturer's gross weight to be indicated
in print on the vehicle, five year age limit on trucks, no truck to
be unattended on public street, that if any damage results to person
or property as a result of lifting the truck body for compaction or
other'cause it shall be considered prima facie evidence of negli-
gence, and that the City Council if it so desires shall have the
right to audit the books of any permittee at any time and from time
to time,
The ordinance will be redrafted and presented to Council for
consideration at the next regular meeting, January 16, 1968.
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HEARING
(Business
Permit)
SOCIAL
CLUB
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16, 1968
HEARING
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1372
INTRODUCED
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Application of William E. Cook for a business permit to change the
present license at 101 S. First Avenue from restaurant and cocktail
lounge to that of a social club for members and guests only.
Following explanation of the request Mayor Considine declared the
hearing open and Wayne Butterfield, attorney for the applicant,
addressed Council stating in substance that it is believed the
business will be more successful if operated as a private club re-
stricted to members and guests; that it is proposed to place an
annual fee for membership at $120; that in addition to the present
facilities for dining there would be dancing for members; the banquet
room would still be available on a lease basis and the upper level
office space would continue, He advised that an existing sign would
be removed and in response to questions he stated there would not be
any card playing nor would there be any exercise equipment.
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No one else desiring to be heard it was MOVED by Councilman
Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Forman and carried unanimously
that the hearing be CLOSED. Discussion ensued on activities of
similar clubs and reference was made to requests for such use in the
past, The City Council desiring guidelines to follow it was MOVED
by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried
unanimously that the matter be referred to staff for report back to
Council on January 16 (the next regular meeting).
Planning Commission recommendation as set forth in its Resolution
No. 624 concerning proposed amendment of zoning regulations pertaining
to restaurants. A new definition "Eating Establishment" would be
added and become an addition to "Drive-In Businesses", "Restaurant"
would be clearly defined and specific zoning would be indicated for
such uses.
Mayor Considine declared the hearing open and no one
heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman
seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously.
by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Forman and
unanimously that the recommendation of the Commission
and that the appropriate ordinance be introduced.
desiring to be
Butterworth,
It was MOVED
carried
be APPROVED
Whereupon the City Attorney presented for the first time, explained
the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1372, entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY REPEALING SECTIONS 9262.1.31,
9263.1.32 AND 9266.1.5 THEREOF, BY ADDING THERETO NEW SECTIONS
9220.23.1, 9220.51.1, 9275.1.45.1 AND 9275.1.53.4 AND BY AMENDING
SECTION 9275.1.45 THEREOF."
MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Forman and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Ordinance No. 1372 be waived:
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Rage, Considine
None
None
Councilman Arth further MOVED that Ordinance No. 1372 be introduced.
Motion seconded by Councilman Forman and carried on roll call vote
as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Hage, Considine
None
None
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1373
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EQUIPMENT
PURCHASE
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On December 5, 1967 an emergency ordinance (No. 1369) was adopted
prohibiting the erection, alteration, moving in or commencement of
~ccupancy of buildings for restaurants for a period of ninety (90)
days. This was declared to be necessary at that time inasmuch as
provisions of the zoning ordinance in the area of restaurants and
drive-in food establishments were being invaded through techni-
calities not apparent to the City Council. The City Council having
introduced the a~ov~ definitive ordin?nce and,be~ng desirous of
lifting the moratorium concurrently with the effective date of said
ordinance, the City Attorney presented and read in full Ordinance
No. 1373 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 1369."
MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Rage and carried
on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No, 1373 be introduced:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Hage, Considine
None
None
Note: Both ordinances will be on agenda for January 16, 1968,
becoming effective 30 days thereafter.
Mayor Considine read into the record the communication from
Rarold B, Jepson, concerning his drive-in property on Duarte Road and
asked staff to respond to Mr, Jepson advising him to submit subject
plans to the Planning Commission.
On recommendation of the City Manager and the Purchasing Officer it
was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Rage and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the low bid submitted by
MacKaig and Sons in the total amount of $4423.01 be ACCEPTED and
that the city purchase two police staff cars therefrom. The amount
specified reflects trade-in allowance for two staff cars; that all
other bids be rejected; that any informalities or irregularities in
the bids or bidding process be waived and that the Mayor and City
Clerk be and they are hereby authorized to execute the agreement in
form approved by the City Attorney.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Rage, Considine
None
None
On recommendation of the City Manager and the Purchasing Officer it
was MOVED by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman Rage and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the proposal of B, F.
Goodrich Tire Company be ACCEPTED and that the city purchase new
tires, recaps and tire service for the next twelve months from said
company on the. basis of the bid set forth in the report dated
December 28, 1967; that all other bids be rejected, that any
informalities or ~rregularities in the bids or bidding process be
waived and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby
authorized to execute the agreement in form approved by the City
Attorney,
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Rage, Considine
None
None
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COMPLETED
WORK ACCEPTED
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ADVERTISE
FOR BIDS
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COMMENDATION
ACKNOWLEDGED
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COMMENDATION
ACKNOWLEDGED
AMERICAN
LEGION
PROCLAMATION
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1370
ADOPTED
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Upon the advice of the Director of Public Works that the contractor
Paul Gardner Corporation, has satisfactorily completed the improvement
of Naomi and Baldwin Avenues and the installation of traffic signals,
it was MOVED by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman Arth and
carried on roll call vote as follows that said work be ACCEPTED and
final payment be authorized in accordance with the terms of the
cop.tract.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Hage, Considine
None
None
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On MOTION by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman Hage and
carried unanimously the City Clerk was authorized to. advertise for
bids for the drilling, casing~ developing and testing of a water well
in conformance to specifications, Bids to be received January 26,
1968 at 11 a.m.
On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Considine acknowledged receipt
of the communication from the Union Oil Company in which the City was
complimented for its outstanding cooperation in the reconstruction of
the oil station located at Huntington Drive and Baldwin Avenues.
Letter ordered FILED.
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On behalf of the City Council; Mayor Considine acknowledged receipt
of a communication from Walter R. Hoefflin, Jr., Executive Vice
President and Administrator of the Methodist Hospital for the new
left-turn-in lane at the emergency entrance to the hospital; that it
is a dramatic safety measure and serious injuries may now be
prevented. Letter ordered FILED.
The request of the Arcadia Post No. 247 for the issuance of a
proclamation (signed by Mayor Considine on behalf of the City Council)
was GRANTED on MOTION by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman
Hage and carried unanimously. Said proclamation to designate the
month of January as "Support our Servicemen" month. The organization
will ask residents to join in a project of sending cigarettes to the
front line troops in Viet Nam.
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No, 1370, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
SECTION 9293,7 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE."
MOTION by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Ordinance No, 1370 be waived:
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Hage, Considine
None
None
Councilman Forman further MOVED that Ordinance No. 1370 be adopted,
Motion seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT :
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Hage, Considine
None
None
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RESOLUTION
NO. 3974
ADOPTED
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PROCEDURAL
ORDINANCE
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The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 3974, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, FIXING RATES FOR VEHICLES FOR
HIRE, AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 3636."
MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
body of ~esolution Np. 3974 be waived:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Hage, Considine
None
None
Councilman Hage further MOVED that Resolution No. 3974 be adopted,
Motion seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Hage, Considine
None
None
In order to consider the following matter the provisions of the
Procedural Ordinance were waived on MOTION by Councilman Forman,
-seconded by Coun~ilman Rage and carried unanimously.
On MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and
carried on roll' call vote as follows a contract with Simon Eisner
and Associates for a planning reconnaissance study was APPROVED. The
Planning specialists will prepare a study estimated to cost $7,809.
Funds available.in the Council Contingency Account. City to be
billed monthly. Mayor Considine will be s~pplied with a breakdown
of the costs. .
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Hage, Considine
None
None
Councilman Butterworth expressed deep appreciation for the flowers
and remembrances received by him during his recent hospitalization
for surgery.
In order to consider the following it was MOVED by Councilman Forman,
seconded by Councilman Butterworth and car~ied unanimously that the
provisions of ~he procedural ordinance be WAIVED.
Mayor Considine noted that the City Council desired to render all
assistance possible to Rex H. Minter, new ci~y attorney, by retaining
former City Attorney James A. Nicklin as consultant for a period of
time; that all' Councilmen had received a copy of a proposal submitted
by Mr. Nicklin wherein he (Mr. Nicklin) would be retained on an
hourly rate ($40) with a monthly minimum fee ($400) for a period of
twelve months and month to month thereafter upon the approval of the
City Council.
Discussion ensued and it was the consensus of the City Council that
the proposal is fair and reasonable, however, it was submitted that
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perhaps a twelve month period is a longer extension than might be
necessary; that perhaps six months should be considered based on the
need of Mr. Minter,
Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman
Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that a counter proposal
be presented Mr. Nicklin wherein he would be retained as special
counsel and/or consultant for a period of six (6) months and month
to month thereafter upon approval of the City Council, at the rate
of $40 per hour with a minimum of $400 per month; that the City
Attorney (Mr. Minter) shall not exceed $600 per month in consulting
.fees without returning to the City Council with an expressed request
for additional sums of money.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Forman, Rage, Considine
None
None
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ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Considine adjourned the meeting sine die at 10 p.m.
ATTEST:
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