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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEPTEMBER 3,1968 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK I INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL HEARING (Skill Games) FIOO PERMIT APPROVED CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (Board/Care Home) I METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT re "Watson Amendment II f '-IJ'J- COUNTY PARKWAY IMPROVEMENT ;1W.{ 18: 7336 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 3, 1968 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, met in regular session in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall on September 3, 1968, at 8:00 P.M. Rev. Jack D. Stegeman, Lutheran Church of the Cross Mayor Don W. Hage PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Hage Councilman Considine The Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 20, 1968, were APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously. Application of Raymond J. Powers, dba Trojan Amusement Company, for a Council Permit to allow operation of skill games in the Santa Anita Bowling Alley, 188 W. Las Tunas Drive. The City Manager advised that the only change is in the company to operate the games; that reports on said company are satisfactory and recommended approval. Mayor Hage declared the hearing open and no one desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconde~ by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. Councilman Arth then MOVED to approve the application and to issue the appropriate Council Permit. Motion seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously. Council received report from the Planning Commission that by Resolution No. 656 a conditional use permit was granted for the construction of a residential home for the board and care of well, aged persons, on property at 531-601 W. Duarte Road. Matter deferred until the next regular Council meeting as the appeal period will not expire until September 6. Council received and filed communication and Resolution No. 7110 from the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California opposing the initiative measure to amend the State Constitution, known as the "Watson Amendment" relating to property tax and bonding capacity limitations. At Councilman Arth's suggestion staff will prepare a resolution embodying the city's position on the matter. Same will be considered by Council at the next regular meeting and if adopted will be submitted to other jurisdictions. It was noted that a study session will also be held on September 16. It was the consensus of the City Council that Mayor Hage go on record by communication with Los Angeles County Supervisor Bonelli concerning improvement of the parkway property bordering the east side of Huntington Drive adjacent to the County Park; that at a later date it could be brought up for review. 9-3-68 - 1 - SIGN (FLAMINqJ) .' . ' o r' ,I...': 0"\ " ,)..~ t ~.l tQ' ~"<:"./ VISTA PARK IMPROVEMENT RE-ADVERTISE FOR BIDS y I \C1~ SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION PllASE III '\ \ () r I' ~r ' , 18: 7337 The City Council received and acknowledged the request of the Federal Sign and Signal Corporation for permission to change the existing lettering on a pylon sign at its property located at 130 West Huntington Drive, from "Flamingo" to ''Ramada''. Also a copy of the response from the City Attorney indicating that it is properly an administrative matter; that the existing sign is non-conforming and subject to abatement in February of 1969. (Matter discussed later:.it\ the meeting). The City Manager and Director of Public Works advised that subsequent to the award of the contract to Silveri and Ruiz Construction Company for improvement of Vista Park, the City was informed by said awardee that its bid was in error. That upon investigation it'appeared reasonable to believe that an error did occur, however, it was recommended that the bid be rejected without prejudice and that authorization be granted to readvertise for bids in order for the contract to be awarded at the October 1 regular meeting. Advertising costs Were explored and it was the consensus that the company which made the error bear the cost of advertising estimated to be approxi- mately $43. I Councilman Arth MOVED that the present awardee, Silveri and Ruiz Construction Company, be and it is hereby released from its bid; that the return of the bid bond be contingent upon the payment of $42.90 representing the cost of advertising and that the City Clerk be authorized to readvertise for bids to be returned September 30 and submitted to Council on October 1. Motion seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously. The City Manager summarized the staff report dated August 30, 1968 (on file in the office of the City Clerk). It was noted that the alignments are based on a study of the existing' parkway width of streets as well as obstructions in those parkways; that in every instance the recommended alignment is oriented to maintain a uniform alignment of the sidewalk with a minimum of obstructions which would have to be either removed, circumvented or would result in relocation of power poles or fire hydrants. The report reflected one change which would be the location of the sidewalk on South Second Avenue between Huntington Drive and Duarte Road (specifically between the first alley north of California and Genoa). All suggestions and complaints have been restudied and staff felt the proposed alignments are the most reasonable, economical and safe, and recommended that no changes be ordered other than those which have been made for said Second Avenue. In response to an inquiry by John Suthers, 730 E. Winnie Way, the Director of Public Works explained that at this particular location it is proposed to construct the sidewalks adjacent to the curb line and build the sidewalk out and around existing trees. Mr. Suthers I was advised that if he would rather have the sidewalk run in a straight line he could have the trees removed and new ones relocated at the back of the sidewalk; that new trees would cost him approximatdy $65 each. It was the consensus of the Council that every consideration has been given to the residents whose property abuts the proposed sidewalks; that every effort has been made to preserve landscaping where possible; that in many areas residents have installed their own lighting and curbs whereas in this instance the City is constructing the sidewalks at no expense to the property owner. It was also noted that the property involved is city property. The report was accepted and no change in the policy was ordered. 9-3-68 - 2 - 18: 7338 EQUIPMENT Upon recommendation of the City Manager and Purchasing Officer it PURCHASE was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Butterworth (FIRE HOSE) and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the following bids for the purchase of fire hose be accepted; that all other bids "yf b:l , be rejected; that any informalities or irregularities in the bids e., ~ or btdding process be waived and that authorization be and it is hereby given for the issuance of the appropriate purchase order: (f,1 I VENDOR HOSE AMOUNT American Rubber Co 2\" $ 2,247.00 American Rubber Co 1\" 521. 85 Wardlaw Fire Equipment Co 1" 359.62 Halprin Supply Soft suction 268.80 Halprin Supply Booster 651. 00 Total amount of the purchases will be $4,048.27. Funds are budgeted in Account #422-74. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Hage None Councilman Considine Upon recommendation of the City Manager and Purchasing Officer it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the city purchase a root cutter for the street department from the only bidder, West Point Industries, in the amount of $4,402.02 (including the 6% A? I t'~.~ demonstrator discount and applicable taxes and delivery); that V I { , V~ any informalities or irregularities in the bid or bidding process be waived and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the contract in form approved by the City Attorney. EQUIPMENT PURCHASE (Root cutter) CONSIDINE EXCUSED HOUSE NUMBER ON CURBS Ci'J.'3 (BID CALL) -I. F~/ AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Hage None Councilman Considine On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously, Councilman Considine was excused from this meeting. It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously that the staff be authorized to advertise for bids on an alternative, all or half basis, for painting house numbers on curbs. Funds from the Council Contingency Fund. SIDEWALK SALE It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Butterworth (WAB&PA) and carried unanimously that the request of the West Arcadia Business . & Professional Association for permission to hold its semi-annual ;1 I i7/~ sidewalk sale on September 21 be APPROVED; that any fees connected tA /- I' therewith be waived; that any banners which may be erected be AQ/t,under the supervision of the Director of Public Works and that ~V' insurance be required naming the city as additional insured. It is understood that the association will provide barricades for Baldwin Avenue between Duarte and Naomi during the hours of the sale with parking prohibited thereon. I I ')v It f.j d PARK PLANNER BALDWIN STOCKER FI/fr?J It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the firm of Eriksson, Peters and Thoms, be retained at a fee of $1500 for the development of preliminary plans for the park site adjacent to the Baldwin- 9-3-68 - 3 - 18: 7339 Stocker School. This plan would indicate the ultimate use of the land to best serve the needs of the neighborhood and the city. Said agreement to be based on its proposal dated August 9, 1968. The Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute the agreement in form approved by the City Attorney. (Discussion held on the possibility of retaining one firm to design the Camino Grove improvements concurrently with the subject project). AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Hage None Councilman Considine COMMENDATION Council was pleased to receive the letter of commendation from'the (Recreation National Junior Public Parks Tennis Championship Chairman concerning Department) -1">. the excellent cooperation and assistance rendered by the City Ct ~ Ie!, t". t.t--:t,t.'vr)!.ecreat ion Department during its recent tournament. VARIANCE (Build ing Code) I It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously that the request of Huntington Motors, Inc., for a variance from the building code be approved to allow the construction of a type IV-N incombustible steel roof to replace two smaller existing roof structures over its repair bar at 55 West Huntington Drive. It was noted that the company has plans for total development which at present will depend upon acquisition of additional property. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION: (v--'~"lJ , ORDINANCE NO. 1387 REINTRODUCED PROPOSED NEW CITY CHARTER (Argument authorization) /} \\1 ~\ , John Layton (Federal Sign & Signal Corporation) and Lee Burns, Executive of the Ramada Inn organization, spoke at length concerning the request for permission to change the sign at the Flamingo Motel location. It was noted that at the present time the Planning Commission is studying the problem and will hold a public hearing on September lD. The City Attorney explained that the matter is not in the province of the City Council; that the existing ordinance does not provide any means for accomplishing the desired objective. Said ordinance was adopted five years ago and requires abatement of non-conforming signs by February 1969. As suggested the representatives will attend the Planning Commission meeting. The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1387, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADDING TO CHAPTER 6 OF ARTICLE II OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE A NEW PART 7 ENTITLED "PARKING TAX". It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full body of Ordinance No. 1387 be WAIVED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Hage None Councilman Considine It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth I and carried on roll call vote as follows, that Ordinance No. 1387 be REINTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Hage None Councilman Considine The following minute resolution was ADOPTED on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously: RESOLVED: that Councilman Butterworth be appointed Chairman of the Council Committee, to draft an argument in favor of the proposed new City Charter which will be submitted to the electorate of the City at a Special Election to be held in consolidation with the Statewide General Election to be held November 5, 1968; that same be presented to the City Clerk prior to September l3,1968,at 5 P.M. - 4 - 9-3-68 18:7340 AR~ Noted a forthcoming meeting with the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Data System; that he would have a report thereafter. HELMS ;vt4f Suggested staff consider the feasibility of vacating Wistaria Avenue easterly where it abuts Baldwin-Stocker School. (In connection with the proposed park site). ADJOURNMENT At 9:15 P.M. it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously that the meeting ADJOURN to WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 at 7:30 P.M., in the Council Chamber. I ~0~~_ Mayor _ ;;j'ITEST: ~O~~~ ~A9~ City Clerk I 9-3-68 - 5 -