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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEPTEMBER 17,1968 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 1 INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL 18:7342 M I NUT E S CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 17, 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 17, 1968, at 8:00 P.M. Rev. J., Davis Barnard, Arcadia Presbyterian Church Mayor Don W. Hage PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth,.Considine, Helms, Hage Councilman Butterworth (arrived later in the meeting). The Minutes of the regular meeting of September 3 and the adjourned regular meeting of September 11 were APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. Councilman Considine abstained from voting due to his absence from said meetings. ,HEARING Upon advice that the unsafe building at 166 E. Huntington Drive had been (Tingle & demolished and the work satisfactorily completed, the hearing which had Schopf{ ~Q~ been continued from July 2 was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Arth, f f~'n ~~seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. It was then Completed ~- MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried ~ff' unanimously that the case be FILED. . CONDITIONAL Planning Commission Resolution No. 656 recommending the granting of a USE PERMIT conditional use permit for the construction of a residential home for (Board &.Care board and care of well, aged persons on property located at 531-601 W. home) p ( m .V P Duarte Road, subject to conditions specified therein. Following an (~ oral review of the surrounding improvements with which the subject APPROVED plans conform, it was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that Council sustain the recommendation of the Commission and approve .the issuance of a conditional use permit subject to conditions set forth in said resolution. TRACT NO. The Planning Director explored the 17 conditions upon which the Planning 30532 Commission recommended approval of the tentative map of Tract No. 30532 (Tentative (1126,1154 andl166 S. Second Avenue) and noted the addition of No. 18 Map APPROVED) concerning limiting to one story houses on lots 2, 3, 4 and 5, and the recording of a covenant to this effect to be prepared by the City II q 7 Attorney. (Report dated. September 10 and on file in the office of the City Clerk). It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that the tentative map of Tract No. 30532 be APPROVED subject to all conditions. (-- 1 Conditional Use Permits CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 1 ZONE VARIANCE (Howser) Hear ing scheduled P 1001 Recommendations of the Planning Commission as set forth in Resolution No. 635 (U.S.National Bank, 118-128 E. Huntington Drive) and 658 (Used Car Sales, 5 S. Fifth Avenue) will be continued until the regular meeting of October 1 as the time to appeal the decisions has not expired. Planning Commission Res. No. 659 recommending denial of a zone variance application to allow the construction of a 20 unit apartment development on property located at 241 W. Colorado Boulevard. The City Clerk noted the filing of an appeal by the applicants, Helen S. Howser and Mrs. Clifford:W. Waddoups, and the scheduling of a public hearing on October 1, 1968. 9-17-68 - 1 - (Butterworth) HEARING LOT SIZES r\ -;! ~ ~ \ ." ~ t'( .\ ~ \\ 18: 7343 Councilman Butterworth arrived at 8:20 P.M. Planning Commission Res. No. 654 recommending that every lot hereafter created, established or altered in Zone R-l within the area west of Baldwin Avenue, between Colorado Street and Foothill Boulevard shall contain a minimum lot area of 10,000 sq. ft., and a minimum lot width of 75 ft., at the front building line and a minimum lot depth of 100 ft. The contents of said resolution were explained in detail by the Planning Director. Mayor Hage declared the hearing open and the following persons spoke in opposition to the recommendation: 1 Hal Barron, counsel for two property owners,. Dr. Roderick McLeay, 1030 W. Foothill Blvd and Wallace M. Francis, 1050 W. Foothill Blvd, stated in part that any residential use in the subject area is undesirable; that requiring 10,000 sq. ft. in each lot would not be fair to the property owner or to the city or community as a whole. Reference was made to the freeway and its effect on the area. He recommended rezoning to permit commercial use of the property and explored and compared sales tax revenue versus real property taxes to the city. James Munroe, 890 W. Foothill Blvd, explored the background of his residency, the advent of the freeway which agency acquired a portion of his property and past unsuccessful endeavors to have the property rezoned to permit R-3 development (Garden type apart- ments). He stated further in part that his home as it now stands has no value as a residence once the freeway is in operation; that the imposition of additional restrictions would be unjust and inequitable. Stewart Hamblen, 3100 Thorsen Place, Hollywood, referred to his unsuccessful attempts to sell his property at 1110 W. Foothill Blvd in its present residential zoning and asked that the area be rezoned for business development. He noted an interest on the part of the Federal Government to use the property for a housing project, however, he felt this was not the solution and remarked that he does not want his property to be used as a buffer against the noise, of the freeway. The City Clerk read in full a communication from Emma R. Menninger, 1030 N. Old Ranch Road, which explored current trends affecting her property due to the advent of the freeway and the development of subdivisions east of her property consisting of lots of less than the proposed 10,000 sq. ft., which she felt would discourage the type of development desired by the city for the subject area. Howard Garrison, 870 W. Foothill Boulevard, stated in part that R-3 development would be a barrier against the freeway noise and for property owners north of Foothill Boulevard; that garden-type 1 apartments would be much more attractive than the type of homes which would be built and saleable adjacent to the freeway, He objected to the recommended increase in lot size. Veeva Hamblen, 3100 Thorsen Place, Hollywood, explored the difficulty encountered through the past 21 years in obtaining a clear title to her property at 1110-30 W. Foothill Boulevard; that by the time she was successful the property was no longer desirable for a home; that she felt it was being used as a buffer and that the proposed use was unrealistic and asked to go on record as opposed to the lot size increase. Speaking in favor of the recommendation: William L. Thomas, Chairman of the Architectural Committee of the Rancho Santa Anita Association. He stated for the record that the Board, representing approximately 180 property owners in the subject area, opposed anything less than 10,000 9-17-68 - 2 - ~EARrNG CLOSED 1 MOTION to APPROVE 1 18:7344 sq. ft., and referred to a new subdivision which in his opinion had been unsuccessful due to the size of the lots. Mr. Munro stated in part that he and Mr. Garrison are the only property owners south of Foothill Blvd who are members of the above- mentioned association and that no poll has been taken of the member- ship; that Mr. Thomas spoke as a member of the Board of Directors. No one else desiring to pe heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously. Councilman Considine observed in part that the only matter before Council at this time is the recommendation concerning increased lot size, not rezoning; that the Commission is endeavoring to upgrade the properties consistent with other areas of like quality. Councilman Helms stated in part that he sympathizes with the opponents due to the freeway disruption of their properties, that Council does not want to intentionally hurt them, however, the evidence has not indicated that the proposed increase in lot size would be injurious to them or their property but in the long run it might be of benefit. He referred to some recent subdivisions with lots so small there is very little green area surrounding the houses, and felt that the subject area can be successfully developed with the proposed size. Councilman Butterworth recalled that the last endeavor to rezone the subject property for commercial use was unanimously rejected by both the Planning Commission and the Council, however, he noted that anyone may instigate an application for a zone change, but that only the increased lot size is before Council at this time. Councilman Arth stated in part that anyone may purchase property in the city; that all property owners have the right to sell to anyone that this is not and should not be part of the discussion. He continued that the majority of residents have moved here due to the pleasant residential atmosphere and surroundings which Council desires to retain. He referred to the area north of Foothill Boulevard as one of California's finest and a source of pride to all residents; also that by increasing the lot size in an area consisting of properties with 25,000 sq.ft., and 12,500 sq. ft, the fine residential level can be maintained as has been accomplished in other areas adjoining a freeway. He favored the proposed lot size. Mayor Hage concurred that the only matter before Council is the increased lot size recommendation and asked for the pleasure ~f the Council. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth that the recommendation of the Commission be SUSTAINED and that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the appropriate document and that the City Clerk schedule a public hearing for October 15 on the area between the existing Baldwin Avenue and the proposed extension of Baldwin Avenue. Motion seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None At this point Mr. Hamblen emphasized that he was not interested in a housing project as may have been interpreted by his remarks, but was very concerned on behalf of all residents affected by the freeway and apologized if he had been misunderstood. 9-17-68 - 3 - ACCEPTANCE OF WORK (OSBORN) ("I ~ Ii( \ \ ~. BALDWIN AVENUE IMPROVEMENT bq 1\0 LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT 31 ^ \J fJ \}.V BALDWIN AVENUE (TREES) ~ L\ ~ \0 MOTION TO -PURCHASE 18:7345 The City Manager and Director of Public Works advised that the 1967-68 street improvement project (Job No. 341) has been satisfactorily completed by Osborn Constructors and recommended acceptance and final payment. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the work be accepted and that final payment be and it is hereby authorized in accordance with the terms of the contract. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None Pursuant to instructions from Council the City Manager and Director ,~ of Public Works submitted a report and recommendation on the positions' and complaints of various businessmen and companies in the vicinity of Baldwin Avenue at Las Tunas and at Camino Real concerning the median strip on Baldwin Avenue. The report (dated September 13) set forth the average daily traffic handled by the subject street, its proposed traffic increase when the street will become a direct connecting arterial roadway between the Foothill and San Bernardino Freeways. Drawings were included indicating traffic accidents since 1964 at said locations. The Director of Public Works and the Police Chief opposed any opening in the median strip between Workman and Woodruff Avenues for reasons stated therein. 1 Discussion held on the possibility of installing left turn arrow signals at Las Tunas and Baldwin which it was felt would help alleviate at least part of the problem for the safety of persons, and that confronted by the businesses in that particular area. It was noted that such signalization would cost an approximate $15,000 additional. . Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that staff be instructed to ascertain the availability of the necessary funds and report back to Council. Pursuant to the Municipal Lighting Maintenance District Act of 1927, Division 14,- Part 3 of the Streets and Highways Code, it was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously that the City Engineer be and he is hereby ordered to file on October 1, a report of costs and plats of a lighting maintenance - district (31) to be assessed (consisting of street lights installed within subdivisions and other projects during the past 12 months). In a report dated September 13 it was recommended by the City Manager and the Director of Public Works that it is highly desirable to get underw~ a program of replacing trees on Baldwin Avenue at the earliest possible date, not only due to the loss of trees in the path of the reconstruction but for the uniform planting of street trees which will improve the total appearance and compliment the median landscaping. The number and type of trees was detailed therein. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried On 1 roll call vote as follows, that the Director of Public Works be and he is hereby authorized to purchase 150 - 15 gallon Magnolia trees; that the sum of $2,340.00 be appropriated from Reserve for Capital Projects Account # 285 in the General Fund and transferred to the Capital Improvement Projects Account # 256, Baldwin Avenue Landscaping. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None 9-17-68 - 4 - 18: 7346 CARNIV~L It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and (Santa Anita ,carried unanimously that the request of the Santa Anita Parent and School)j)(,) Teachers Association for permission to hold its annual carnival on ~(Ir ~ school grounds on Saturday, October 19 be APPROVED, Evidence of APPROVED adeqqate insurance to be furnished. Brief discussion held on I commqnicating at the beginning of each school year with each PTA conc~rning insurance. REFUND It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows, that a refund of Authorized ~ $90 be made to Ronson Hydraulic Units Corporation. Such sum repre- t)~i;V-sented the unused portion of the business license fee for 1968. ~l~ D (Pursuant to AMC Section 6214.5.3). AYES: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage ,NOES: None ABSENT: None 1 EQUIPMENT PURCHASE (Fire Dept) It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that the specifications for the purchase of One (1) 1250 G'PM Triple 'Combination pumping engine be APPROVED and that the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized to advertise for Advertise (;) pids for said purchase. However, it is to be clearly noted in the For Bid~?1fJUfvbid notice that Council will not be obligated to award the contract [) ( ~ until after November 30, 1968. (It was the consensus of the Council (- I that if the electorate should adopt the so-called Watson Amendment on November 5 funds might not be available for this purchase). EXCESS FREEWAY PROPERTIES Sale Ratified J-~ll It was noted by the City'Manager that the State Division of Highways is now disposing of excess properties purchased as part of the Foothill Freeway project and advised of locations (two on Newman Avenue east of Santa Anita and one on Colorado Boulevard between First and Lorena Avenues). 'The Land Committee has reviewed each parcel and recommends ratification of the sales. . Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that the Council concur with the Land Committee and so advise the aforementioned agency (State D/H). ConSiderable discussion ensued on the contents of a proposed lease agreement with the Los Angeles Turf Club, Inc., for use of city owned property for parking purposes lying between Huntington Drive west and Huntington Drive east and northerly of and adjacent to the City Hall parking lot and driveway which are presently paved and improved except the heliport. [)~ ,~The Turf Club officials had indicated acceptance of the proposed lease () \ \ If" .s drawn if certain changes were. made, as follows: ~ ') 1. Term of lease to be a minimum of five years. '1 2. Lease to be automatically extended after five years on a yearly basis. 3. Turf Club not to be held for the removal of the improvements,and 4. That provision be made for use of the area by the Oak Tree Racing Association if said association is granted permission to conduct. racing. . PARKING LOT NORTH OF CITY HALL 1 It was the consensus of Council that it would be agreeable to all of the requested changes except number 2 (automatic extension). The City Manager will so advise the Turf Club and report back to Council. SUBSCRIPTION On recommendation of the City Manager it was MOVED by Councilman Arth, (salaries & seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote, as fringe follows, that the City subscribe to the services of Merchants' and benefits) ~ Manufacturers' Association at $360 per year. Funds available in the \ ~\J xY {\ '\k~~ J j. 9-17-68 - 5 - \(i ~ LEAVE OF ABSENCE BANNERS APPROVED ~' r,z : . .' ~. : Ul; ~ II I" \,;' SUNSET BLVD IMPROVEMENT y~ A \\ .:.4 PROPOSED SALE CITY OWNED LAND \' ,\ \ ) \\ ... PERSONNEL (Library) 18:7347 current Personnel Department budget. (It will furnish detailed information concerning salaries and fringe benefits paid by private employers in the Los Angeles area). AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that a sixty day maternity leave of absence be granted for Mrs. Betty L. Haubelt (stenographer/clerk in the Fire Department). Leave to be effective October 11, 1968. ,On MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Helms and ,~ carried unanimously the requests of 1) Huntington Motors, Inc., '. to display banners at 55 W. Huntington Drive, and 2) Lindy Chevrolet, Inc., at 850 S. Baldwin Avenue, were APPROVED, Permission was granted for a period of thirty days from September 27 and September 20 respectively. 1 .' The Director of Public Works explained the intent of Los Angeles County Road Department for the improvement of Temple City Boulevard between Live Oak and Duarte Road (lying between Temple City and Arcadia and the County). He noted that Temple City anticipates the completion of its acquisition of right of way within its city by November and the County portion acquisition by October. Discussion held on the status of acquisition for the project within this City and the hope was expressed that the County will pay construction costs if the City is able to cooperate. The Director of Public Works will confer with County in this regard. (See Resolution No. 4030 adopted later in the meeting). The City Manager advised of an offer to purchase city owned property at 'the southeast corner of Santa Anita and El Dorado Avenues for $65,000; that same met with the approval of the Land Committee. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that the City Attorney prepare the appropriate document which will insure an orderly progression and that if construction is not commenced within seven months after the execution of an agreement that the sale be subject to revocation at the option of the City. . /, It was noted for the record that a salary adjustment for a circulation , " .)Y clerk in the city library is under consideration and that if same is ,," subsequently approved it be made retroactive to this date. The [) ~ ~~ . Personnel Board did not meet during the month and will review the \1 recommendation at its next regular meeting. It was then MOVED by :)l ~t' Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that the record so indicate. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION COMMENDATION Conley Ferguson, 1317 Standish Place,. commended the members of the 1 ~ Council for their strength, individual integrity and honest representation ~ ~ on behalf of the citizens. Harold Oswald, 1027 S. Tenth Avenue, referred brought before Council concerning the keeping horses in his area and the continuing problem He recommended oiling the area. COMPLAINTS F ".: , '\" . to a matter previously and maintaining of of dust, flies, etc. The Assistant City Manager made an oral report on the investigation made by staff and advised that it is the intention to personally visit each property owner to ascertain the progress being made in controlling the dust factor. 9-17-68 - 6 - "- 1 EXTENSION OF TIME TO COMP~ETE PROJECT r&:;lf ORDINANCE NO. 1387 ADOPTED J;l.ESOLUTION NO. 4028 ADOPTED 1 18:7348 Following extensive discussion on possible remedial solutions staff will review all avenues and report back to Council at its next regular meeting. Also complaining about the keeping of horses were Mrs. Leonard R. Johnson, 1936 South Eighth Avenue and Robert Freeman, 1037 South Tenth Avenue. Inspection of these properties will be made and included in the staff report. The 'personal request. of Roy Fielding, representing Econolite, for additional time in which to obtain and deliver to Steiny Mitchell Company the necessary equipment for the completion of Job 340 (Traffic Signals System) at Las Tunas and Live Oak Avenues, was granted on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. Ten (10) additional days were granted which would complete the project by October 7. It was noted that the Director of Public Works had already granted 20 additional days and Council action was necessary for anything in excess thereof. The City Attorney presented for the second time, 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 Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms 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, Considine, Helms, Hage None None It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows, that Ordinance No. 1387 be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4028, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA OPPOSING THE ADOPTION OF PROPOSITION 9, THE SO- CALLED WATSON PROPERTY TAX INITIATIVE, WHICH WILL APPEAR ON THE BALLOT IN THE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 1968." It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 4028 be WAIVED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows, that Resolution No. 4028 be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None Same to be submitted to surrounding jurisdictions and to the appropriate legislators. 9-17-68 - 7 - RESOLUTION NO. 4029 ADOPTED ~\\q~ (Weeds) Public Hearing Scheduled October 1,1968 ARtH ,>( /'\' r POLICE PAtROL \ ~f\ N~ PROPERTY ACQUISITION RESOLUTION NO. 4030 ADOPTED ...1) , ~ If'- '-~ \\ \ EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURNMENT 18:7349 .J The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4029, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ALL RUBBISH AND REFUSE UPON AND ALL WEEDS GROWING UPON SPECIFIED STREETS AND PRIVATE PROPERTY WITHIN THE CITY TO BE A NUISANCE." It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 4029 be WAIVED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Consid~ne, Helms, Hage None None 1 It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows, that Resolution No. 4029 be ADO PTED . AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None Advised that the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Data System has now advertised for a manager; that he (Arth) has been appointed Chairman of the Concurrence Committee. He invited those who could to attend the next meeting which will be held in this city on October 8 at 4 P.M. , The Councilmen will make individual schedules to ride in patrol police carso In order to consider the following matter the provisions of the Procedural Ordinance were waived on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. . Discussion held on funds remaining for the acquisition of property needed for public street purposes, namely improvement of Sunset Boulevard from the City Boundary north to Duarte Road. It being the consensus that the adoption of the following resolution would allow the City Attorney time for preparation, Resolution No. 4030 was presented, its contents explained and the title read: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST, CONVENIENCE, AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY FOR PUBLIC STREET PURPOSES AND ORDERING THE ACQUISITION THEREOF." It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the full reading of the body of Resolution No. 4030,be WAIVED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None 1 It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows, that Resolution No. 4030 be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None At 10:55 P.M., Council entered an executive session. With Councilman Butterworth acting as City Clerk the meeting recon,-,<ned at 11:10 P.M. and immedi~tePJ ~djO;,rned~. -~~7)j~ MAYOR . 7- ATTEST ~ h ~~~_ '{, ~.P~ City Clerk 9-17-68 - 8 -