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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNOVEMBER 5,1968 I I CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL RESOLUTION NO. 4037 ADOPTED PROCLAMATION (Marines) ,A~ HEARING (Continued) 'J/o"-II 18:7367 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 5, 1968 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, met in regular session in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall on November 5, 1968, at 8:00P.M. Rev. Jack Stegeman, Lutheran Church of the Cross Mayor Don W. Hage PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Rage None Following the correction of the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 15, 1968, to indicate a "No" vote by Councilman Arth on the adoption of Resolution No. 4036, the Minutes of said meeting were APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. Mayor Rage read in its entirety the resolution memorializing the following Arcadians killed in the Vietnam War: Roger Boomsma Rodney W. Casselman Eugene S. Hicks Vaughn M. Hines Richard R. Irwin, Jr William Kennedy Craig R. Schoenbaum Peter L. Wood Arthur Zager Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously that Resolution No. 4037 be and it is hereby ADOPTED. Mayor Hage read in its entirety a Proclamation honoring the United States Marine Corps Week (November 10 to November 16). Marine Sgt. Bob Stepp accepted and responded for the thousands of Marines stationed throughout the world and in particular those assigned to Vietnam. Appeal of Mrs. Helen S. Howser and Mrs. Clifford W. Waddoups from the decision of the Planning Commission in its denial of an appli- cation for a zone variance to permit the construction of apartments at 241 W. Colorado Boulevard. (As recommended in Resolution No. 659). Prior to hearing from persons interested in this matter, the City Manager read in full a communication from the Rancho Santa Anita 11-5-68 - 1 - 18:7368 Resident's Association noting that it's Architectural Review Board had studied the drawings for the proposed development with the following suggested solutions: l) that the apartment buildings be designed with harmonious architectural decor in keeping with the residential properties in the Rancho Area; that the present proposed exterior elevation drawings are not acceptable, 2) that any unit built in the northerly l70' (across from Harvard Drive) be limited to a single story building, 3) total inhabitable square footage shall not exceed 23,000 sq. ft., 4) that the total square feet of land per dwelling unit be not less than 3,500 sq. ft. It was recommended by staff that if the variance be approved it be contingent upon dedication of all access rights to Colorado Boulevard and Colorado Street; all access to the site be from Oakhurst Lane. I The City Clerk read in full a communication signed by four property owners (30l,306, 312 Harvard Drive and 310 W. Colorado Boulevard) opposing the development. They objected to apartments in an R-l Zone and felt that the subject area is not conducive to two story buildings; that if approved it should be mandatory that construction commence within six months or the variance removed. Fred Howser, 30808 South Coast Highway, South Laguna, addressed Council at length, stating in part that there is no objection to the redesigning aspect of the proposed structure to blend in a harmonious manner with the rancho area, however, there are unusual construction problems with the land which could be better borne by 20 units instead of the recommended l6 units and emphasized the need of an apartment for a manager. He noted the economics therewith and referred to restrictions in the resolution (No. 659) which will make construction expensive. He acknowledged the recommendation that all entrances be from Oakhurst Lane which he said would necessitate the removal of the pool to make way for a cul de sac street. He asked for specific guidelines which would justify him proceeding with new plans. Council concurred that Mr. Howser is entitled to a decision especially in the number of permitted units. The hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously. During the Council deliberations it was agreed that a majority of the members of the association had reached an agreement on a problem property which it is difficult to utilize for anything other than multiple dwellings. Councilman Considine stated in part that to say a single story building must exist on the northerly l70' seems unrealistic; that to him it would be more realistic to say that a roof line should be maintained with a low profile; perhaps the architects could determine single story appearance from the Harvard Drive side in the forward sections and then going to two stories as the ground falls away. He suggested consideration of the fact that I 20 units were approved in the original variance) that he is inclined to think that under the restrictions of access and restrictions of exterior and under the requirement that the appearance on Harvard Drive be single story structure, if not for l70' at least for a reasonable distance, that the original number of units be applied to make it an economic development - that otherwise the variance would be granted but prevented in its execution due to the economic factor. Councilman Arth felt that the association had come a long way in reaching its recommendation; that requirements could be established for apartments in an R-l zone; that he felt the driveway would have to come out with no parking on Colorado; that in his opinion there ll-5-68 - 2 - I MOTION I HEARING (McGrew) .161i APPROVED l8: 7369 is a strong case to be made in favor of limiting the development to 16 units, which was the recommendation of at least three members of the Planning Commission. Councilman Butterworth felt there was merit in the matter of single story buildings in appearance, that this would serve the purpose of the Rancho area rather than just the technical requirement and that if the land falls away it could be moderated. He stated in part that the association has made a very sizeable concession in its recommendation. In exploring the need expressed by Mr. Howser for a unit for the apartment manager, he offered as a compromise limiting the units to l7 with a ~esign in keeping with the one story situation per Councilman Considine's suggestion, but otherwise accept the association's recommendations. Councilman Helms stated in part that he was impressed with the approach of the association; that he wondered why anyone would object to a two story unit because it appears to be isolated from property on Colorado but he could understand the concern from those on Harvard Drive. He felt the requirement for the northerly 170' is a feasible need; that some consideration should be given to the expense the building is going to have; that in his opinion the original recommendation is too binding - some latitude should be given. Mayor Hage complimented both Mr. Howser and the association for working out a solution; that he leaned toward Mr. Considine's view that the number of apartments is academic, that the matter should be considered architecturally with the area so it does blend in and not be a detri- ment to the Harvard Drive properties; that this was his only concern. Whereupon Councilman Considine MOVED to permit the subject property to be developed into a multiple residence to carry a single story appearance on the forward portion; that the number of units be res- tricted to a maximum of 20; that if the architects feel the land would only accommodate l8 or 19 that so be it. This motion died for lack of a second. Further discussion held on the generation of traffic connected with 20 units versus l7. Whereupon Councilman Butterworth MOVED to accept the recommendation of the Rancho Santa Anita Association with modified design subject to the approval of staff; that the building present an appearance of a single story structure utilizing the fall of the land to facilitate such appearance; that the units be restricted to not more than 17, plus all prior recommendations of staff. Councilman Arth seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None Application of Duke M. McGrew for business permit to allow the installation and operation of four amusement machines at the Bowling Square, 1020 S. Baldwin Avenue. The City Manager advised that all reports are favorable and that the applicant has been cleared by the police department. Whereupon Mayor Hage declared the hearing open and no one desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously. It was then 11-5-68 - 3 - HEARING (Smith) Continued to November 19 HEARING (Code Amendment) ,(j f) ~ \ \: y\ ~ '\ \ l8: 7370 MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously that the application be APPROVED and that a business permit be issued for said purpose. Application of J. Michael Smith for Council permit to conduct scientology lectures and classes at 333 E. Foothill Boulevard. The City Manager paraphrased his report dated November l, 1968 (on file in the office of the City Clerk) covering the proposed range of activities (lectures, group and individual therapy with certain equipment). It was management recommendation that the application be denied unless limited solely to public lectures, reasons therefor were set forth in the report. I Mayor Hage declared the hearing open and the applicant addressed Council stating in part that he is a student of scientology and is devoting full time to the philosophy and to introduce it to various communities. He explored in detail the methods of teaching, drills and techniques of communication. He answered upon inquiry that they are not allowed to accept anyone with a mental disorder; that it is basically a self improvement program; that there is no- administration of drugs nor is any attempt made to heal anyone from any physical or mental ailment; that they are prohibited from so doing under the international organization franchise. That a person cannot enter class during any period in which drugs have been taken; that an attestation must be signed that drugs will not again be taken and if violated a person is suspended. Steve Pekovich, 146 W. Palm Drive, asked if Mr. Smith could tell whether or not a person is mentally unbalanced, insane or if he has a criminal record. Mr. Smith answered in the negative and said that it becomes evident within a short period of time because such a person does not benefit or progress under the program and referred to the requirement of a sworn attestation. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. Mayor Hage related a case in point concerning a young man who was using drugs and after going into the subject program stopped soon thereafter. It was the consensus of the City Council that this is a new and novel request and with the amount of material supplied by the manager that more time is needed in order to become fully acquainted with the subject matter. Councilman Helms first moved to continue the matter for a period of thirty days, which was amended to CONTINUE the matter until the next regular meeting (November 19). Motion seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously. The applicant will make available literature on the equipment and text books. I Recommendation of the Planning Commission concerning amendment of the Municipal Code Chapter 2, Article IX, as it relates to health facilities, including hospitals, convalescent facilities, rest homes and board- and care facilities. (Resolution No. 662). The resolution recommends that the location of such facilities be restricted from zones R-O, R-l, C-l, C-2, C-M, C-C and M-l, and would only be permitted in R-2, R-3 and C-O. The Planning Director advised that construction standards are more restrictive in these, zones and would help insure quality convalescent hospitals and the like to be constructed in the future; that board and care facilities would be subject to the same regulations. 11-5-68 - 4 - I ~ II 'J?~1r- CONDITIONMKfSE PERMIT (Dance Studio) Ratified HEARING SCHEDULED . /i (SignS~ '11/~f VARIANCE (Lutheran Church) J ", ~- ~ ! ~,. f"~~ t' ; - I l8:7371 Mayor Hage declared the hearing open and no one desiring to speak the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. During the Council deliberations it was observed by Mr. Butterworth that in his opinion businesses should not be permitted based on need; that it is a matter of private enterprise. It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that the recommendation as contained in Planning Commission Resolution No, 662 be APPROVED. Planning Commission (Resolution No. 663) granting a conditional use permit for the purpose of conducting a dance studio at 903 South First Avenue for persons under the age of eighteen years was RATIFIED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously. November 19, 1968, was set as the date for the public hearing on Planning Commission recommendation concerning regulations for signs in Zones C-C, C-l, C-2 and C-M (Resolution No. 663), The Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church, northwest corner of Santa Anita and Foothill Boulevard requested l) that a variance granted by Resolution No. 3470 be amended to permit Lot 77 to be separated and completely unencumbered from Lot 5; 2) that a variance on the side yard setback be granted to permit the east wall of the church building to continue to abut the west property line of Lot 5. The report of the Planning Department indicated that said resolution requires the entire development to conform with the approved plot plan. Characteristics of the subject site and surrounding area were explored therein and the conditions imposed at the time the variance was granted. It was noted that financial difficulties prohibited the construction. .' It was stated that the Building Code would permit the exterior wall to remain on the east property line. with a fire wall and parapet. However, since the existing building would not be architecturally attractive with the eves removed from the east side and a fire wall on the property line, the Planning Department recommended that 1) a lot split application be filed to adjust the east property line of Lot~ 77 five feet eastward to accommodate the present side yard setback requirement, and 2) a covenant be filed prohibiting the use of the 5' strip of C-2 property for anything but church use. Frank Mosier, 500 San Gabriel, Sierra Madre, explained that the church in an endeavor to better serve the community has merged with another church of the same denomination at 66 W. Duarte Road; that they want to sell'Lots 77 and 78 wi~h the existing church building to another church organization; that they have no intent or desire to commercially develop the C-2 portion. Discussion held on the effect of prohibiting the 51 strip of the C-2 property for anything but church use. It was brought out that the variance would never have been granted -except that there was to be an overall development, therefore, it would come under the purview of the Planning Commission to determine the feasibility of the requested change in the variance. The Planning Director also recommended that a new application be filed by the potential purchasers of the property and explained the procedure for so doing. MATTER REFERRED TO PLANNING STAFF. 11-5-68 - 5 - NEIGHBORHOOD PARK (Baldwin Stocker) \ \~ 'P' ':I) " PERSONNEL (New Position) ,; , - , :" , C\ \' , " " , " 18:7372 At a special meeting of the Recreation Commission a presentation was made by Mr. Eriksson of Eriksson"Peters and Thoms, regarding a proposed neighborhood park at the Baldwin Stocker Elementary School. It was the recommendation of the Commission that the proposed plan be submitted to Council for approval. A further recommendation was made that due to the limited area available at the school a search for adequate Little League facilities at another site and a positive plan be presented ,for such development at the earliest possible date. Mr. Eriksson outlined an overall drawing representing the entire school site with Holly Avenue on the east and Lemon Avenue on the south. School buildings, football field, other activity and playground areas were indicated. It was noted that the area is bounded on the south and west by residences. After exploring the facilities proposed for the park, Mr. Eriksson stated in part that a location is being sought for the West Arcadia Little League; that the Baldwin Stocker site does not lend itself to the game and cited as some of the reasons the noise factor, the proximity of the residences. I A communication was read from Mr. William Pickford, School Assistant Superintendent in charge of Business Services, referring to the Santa Anita School playground as a possible location providing structures would not interfere with the educational program, however, the consent of the Board of Education has not been obtained. Council reviewed other locations on the Baldwin Stocker grounds, but it was pointed out that they would interfere with school sports activities. Owen Keavney, 184 Walnut Avenue, read in full a communication on be- half of 700 members of the West Arcadia Little League, urging Council to develop the unimproved lot owned by the School District adjacent to the Baldwin Stocker school which by agreement with the City has been made available to the city for recreational uses. It was recommended therein that the matter be referred to the Recreation Commission with instructions to include a ball park in its plans for a neighborhood park. He summarized background information on the number of boys involved in the subject league and noted that this league is the only one without its own ball park. Frank Bacon, 2509 South Fourth Avenue presented petitions signed by property owners in and/or residents of the city requesting the establishment of a Little League facility on the unimproved Baldwin Stocker property. Mr. Bacon felt that his group should have been represented at the Commission meeting held on October 29, although they had not been aware of such a meeting. He was of the opinion that there is room for a baseball park at the Baldwin Stocker location. Quinton Kern, 2424 Albert Way, also asked support Council in acquiring adequate area for a baseball part that if Baldwin Stocker does not materialize would be considered. and assistance from park and stated in other locations Richard Willits, 460 W. Lemon Avenue, opposed baseball on the area under consideration, and stated in part that his residence would overlook a scoreboard; that it would be next to his bedrooms and noted the noise emanating therefrom. He felt the proposed park was poorly planned. I Mayor Hage thanked all those who had spoken concerntng the baseball park and advised that all viewpoints would be submitted to staff. , Councilman Butterworth MOVED to approve the recommendation of the Personnel Board that a new position in the Water Department of Backflow Inspector be created. Motion seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. 11-5-68 -, 6 \ 18: 7373 PERSONNEL ~~~ncilman Butterworth MOVED to approve the recommendation of (Job Re- ~ the Personnel Board that Account Clerk II position be reclassi- classification) fied in the Finance Department and the revised class specifications for Account Clerks (contained in report dated October 7, 1968). Motion seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. t1l'1 t '1 ' L GISLATION Ordered Gardena received and filed were resolutions from the Cities of and San Fernando opposing Proposition 9 (Watson Amendment). MUNICI~AL Ordered received and filed were the Minutes of the Municipal Data DATA SYSTEM ~ System meeting of October 8, 1968. MINUTES )-- / / S : l I VIBROSEIS STUDY' (Union Oil) APPROVED 9-1/J"~ CURB Poi\INTING (Hellen) ~'I , 1~~' l :' <,,'- STREET VACATION pl-"-I.- I STREET REALIGNMENT (Second Avenue) --:;1/ /~/</ On MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried on roll call vote as follows: the request of the Union Oil Company for permission to conduct a vibroseis study on Colorado Avenue from the east city limits, thence west to Santa Anita Park; also Live Oak and Las Tunas from the east city limits, thence west to Baldwin Avenue, was APPROVED subject to all conditions imposed by the Director of Public Works in his report dated November l, 1968. It was noted that only cables will be laid and vibrator trucks will not be used on these streets. AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth, ~ Councilman Helms Councilman Arth, due to None e()~ Considine, ~~ Rage his business affiliation On MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows, the bid submitted by Harwood Hellen in the amount of $4,250 for painting house numbers on curbs in residential areas within the entire city was ACCEPTED; project to be financed from Council Contingency Account 409-28. The motion was amended to include that a reasonable effort be made by Mr. Hellen to utilize city youth in the project. It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously that staff be authorized to initiate the necessary proceedings and notices for the vacation of that right-of-way deemed to be excess On the southerly side of ' Lower Azusa Road. It was noted that the route of Lower Azusa Road had been realigned to the north of a previous route to eliminate a bad turn onto the bridge over the San Gabriel River. New right-of-way was acquired and a portion of the old On the southerly side of the road is surplus. Mr. E. O. Rodeferr, owner of the adjoining property on the south side, has requested the vacation in order for industrial development to proceed. The Director of Public Works submitted an extensive report and recommendation on the realignment of Second Avenue at Huntington Drive (dated November 1, 1968). He related events which will alter the course of the development of the area served by Second Avenue. It is'to be noted that the intersection requires hazardous maneuvering which has resulted in several personal and property accidents during the year. Council commended the Director for his efforts and it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows, that Scheme 3 as outlined in the report be APPROVED; that the necessary 11-5-68 - 7 - f) , t EQUIPMENT PURCHASE (Lib/r:;y)V~~ Ci:u CHRISTMAS LIGHTING I (West Arcadia) Ii' J'~ ~!~ , vJ ,'}... ./ GRADE CROSSINGS . Ii: ,PI' p . f /'--- SCAG (Agreement amend men t s) :} J /..1..' j 18:7374 right-of-way be designated as a future street, with Gas Tax Funds budgeted when available for acquisition and construction and that staff proceed in the following manner: 1. Obtain an appraisal on the Hammond Lumber Company property as well as the Bonita Park property needed for the improvement. 2. Negotiate with the Santa Fe Railroad concerning the modification of the existing bridge abutments as well as disposition of excess right-of-way north of Huntington Drive. 3. Proceed with formal design plans consistent with the results of 1 and 2 and availability of funds. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Rage None None It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows, that on recommendation of the City Manager the City Librarian be authorized to purchase one Harwald automatic film inspection machine in the amount of $2995 plus 5 per cent tax, as set forth in the communication from the City Librarian dated October 30, 1968. Funds available in Account 460-70. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously that the request of the West Arcadia Business and Professional Association for permission to install Christmas lighting between November 28 and removed by January lO; 1969. be APPROVED subject to the filing of insurance certificates covering all operations in the installation, and to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works. The request of the State Department of Public Works for approval of grade crossings of the Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway at Santa Anita, Baldwin and Michillinda Avenues, was APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. This action reaffirms Council's approval of the subject grade separations which are a part of the Foothill Freeway construction program. Approval of certain changes in the Joint Powers Agreement to comply I with legislation adopted in the 1968 regular session was requested by the Southern California Association of Governments (contained in a communication dated October l8, 1968). Reasons therefor were explored therein. Said approval was adopted by resolution later in this meeting. MOVING Ij lhe request of the County Road Commissioner for an annual moving PERMIT ~ ~permit for the hauling necessary on city streets due to departmental (County) AA~ I, work was APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by () ,'Vrl. A.~ l~ ',' Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously. l ~ {}{ U 11-5-68 - 8 - I I STREET WIDENING \ ,):/lqS ADVERTISE FOR BIDS (Well) 1-/1'1911 COMMENDATIONS tL;~Wi1 METHODIST HOSPITj- ~ J:'" VISTA PARK (Progress report) flIY'I ORDINANCE NO. 1394 INTRODUCED RESOLUTION NO. 4038 a /19 i 18: 7375 The request of the County Road Commissioner for city consent to the County assuming jurisdiction over Temple City Boulevard, Duarte Road to southerly city limits during the period necessary for the widening of Temple City Boulevard was APPROVED by resolution later in this meeting. The City Clerk was authorized to advertise for bids for the construction of operating facilities for Hugo Reid No. 1 Well in conformance with drawings and specifications. Bids to be returned November 25, 1968, at II A. M., with the tabulated results submitted to Council on December 3, 1968. Council acknowledged commendations concerning 'efforts of two police officers and efforts of the fire department in recent occurrences. See page II for action taken by Council. The City Manager advised that in surveying the property available to the city from the Flood Control District at Vista Park it has been discovered that the west boundary of the park can be properly located further to the west than had originally been planned. It was also discovered that the southern boundary can similarly be expanded. This means that the park will be larger than anticipated. He noted that the city staff will be able to install sprinklers and turf in these areas within a short time and every effort is being made to bring the total area up to a high standard of appearance. The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1394 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADDING SECTION 9ll2.4 TO THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO,MINIMUM LOT SIZES IN THE AREA BETWEEN COLORADO STREET AND FOOTHILL BOULEVARD WESTERLY OF BALDWIN AVENUE AND RENUMBERING OTHER SECTIONS OF SAID CODE." 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 Ordinance No. 1394 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 Ordinance No. 1394 be INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Co~sidine, Helms, Rage None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4038, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA CONSENTING TO ESTABLISHMENT OF A PORTION OF TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD, WITHIN SAID CITY AS A PART OF THE .SYSTEM OF COUNTY HIGHWAYS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES." 11-5-68 - 9 - ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 4039 ADOPTED , ....., I " ~' "' 'C .(" , ARTH ~." ~ ~~ BUTTERWORTH (Charter Q, ',\ Committee~ \j SISTER CITY COMMISSION {t' (:.'\ , ..,!./ ~ A l8:7376 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. 4038 be WAIVED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Rage None "- None ) It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as ,follows" that Resolution No. 4038 be ADOPTED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage None None I The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolutio~ No. 4039, entitled, "A R~SOLUTION OF THE' CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING AND AGREEING TO CERTAIN CHANGES IN THE AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS." 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 Resol,ution No. 4039 be WAIVED: . . AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Rage None None It was MOVED by Councilman, Butterworth, seconded by Councilman " Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows, that Resolution No. 4039 be ADOPTED: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Rage None None Referred to youth representation on the Recreation Commission which appears to have merit. Referred to the increase in citations for wrong way driving and inquired about additional posting on one way streets. The City Manager advised of some new posting during the past week. Council. concurred in Mr. Butterworth~s sugg~stion that appropriate 'plaques,be presented to members of the Charter Revision Committee, in appreciation of their two years work on the new document. I Councilman Butterworth explained that for five years the Sister City Commission has endeavored to arrange a trip ~o Tripolis, Greece; that it would be very meaningful to the entire program; that members ha~e been in touch with the Ambassado~ in Washington and in Greece, as well as World Airways, w~ich has agreed to fly l65 persons by chartered jet to Tripolis at $400 each. He said the commission would like to have the blessing of the Council in this endeavor and to know whether or not the plans are acceptable. Articles of Incorporation for a non-profit organization were explained with a suggested name of "Arcadia-Tripolis Friendship 11-5-68 - lO - I METHODIST HOSPITAL Addit ions ---' & 8'&- SISTER CITY /}, Sc. COMMISSIONA . OPTION TO PURCHASE CITY OWNED PROPERTY (BBC) r . J'-f, , u..J9/P ?:td'. t'l_i V:.. 0/6_..' .,) ..J/ 'I ;/ p)/" ADJOURNMENT I 11-:-15 P.M. l8:7377 Club". By-laws (drawn by members of the Commission who would be the Board of Directors) would be under the jurisdiction of the City Council. It is proposed to issue memberships for $l each; that in event of dissolution of the organization it was suggested that any monies go to the City. It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that Council endorse the idea as propounded by Councilman Butterworth and approve the above as an appropriate activity for the Sister City Commission. The Building Official explained the proposed plans of the Methodist Hospital for minor additions to its facility and advised that they have been reviewed and approved by the appropriate city departments. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously that the plans be approved. Councilman Butterworth acknowledged the presence of Mrs. Harold D. Libby and commented that she is the newest and one of the most enthusiastic members of the Sister City Commission. The recommendation of the Land Committee was accepted by the following motion: It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the City execute an option to purchase City property located on Santa Anita Avenue between Wheeler Avenue and Santa Clara Street in favor of a Limited Partnership known as Arcadia Towne Center. The option is to be on the same basic conditions as provided in the agreement for the sale of the property to BBC Development Corp., provided that as a condition the partnership shall obtain, before an escrow is opened, a contractual loan commitment in an amount sufficient to finance construction of an eight-story office building and adjoining bank building. The option contract shall be executed on or before December 1, 1968, and shall terminate on March 1, 1969. Consideration for the option shall be 1% of the total purchase price per month, payable monthly in advance commencing Decein;'", l, 'l960',' which consideration will be applied to the purchase price if the option is duly exercised. If the option is duly e~ercised, the option payments made by the BBC Development Corp will be applied to the purchase price. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Helms, Hage. None None There being no further business the meeting was ADJOURNED on MOTION By Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously. ~?).~e I Mayor Rage - 'p~~ City Clerk 11-5-68 - 11 -