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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJANUARY 20,1970 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 (Accessory Buildings) F; t? .i:..-d-;" ). I 18:7564 M I NUT E S CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING JANUARY 20, 1970 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, met in regular session in the Council 'Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall on January 20, 1970, at 8:00 P.M. Monsignor Gerald M. O'Keeffe, Church of the Holy Angels Mayor C. Robert Arth PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Considine, Hage, Helms, Arth Councilman Butterworth On request and ~OTION of Councilman Helms the minutes of the regular meeting of January 6, 1970 (page 3) were AMENDED to reflect the waiving of the full reading and the introduction of Ordinance No. 1407 as accomplished in one official action. Motion seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously. The minutes were then APPROVED AS AMENDED on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously. Appeal filed by Jack L. Wadsworth from the decision of the Planning Commission in its denial of his request for permission to add to an existing accessory building at 264 W. Pamela Road for a storage facility (collection of antique automobiles and motorcycles). The Planning Director indicated on projecturals the location of the proposed addition and stated in part that if the building were per- mitted it would occupy approximately 80 percent of the required rear yard; that the existing building occupies 65 percent of the required rear yard. He added that the Commission felt a new building would fail to preserve open space, it would reduce the rear yard and the subject residen~i~l area would fall into a semi-storage category. The request had been denied by the Commission. Mayor Arth then declared the hearing open and Mrs. Jack L. Wadsworth was informed that Ordinance No. 1406 (adopted December 16, 1969) is now in effect, its requirements were explored with which the subject request does not comply. Mrs. Wadsworth commented that they would prefer to construct an addition to the existing accessory building rather than to have the residence and accessory buildings follow around the entire lot line; that they have endeavored to maintain a parklike atmosphere and asked permission to proceed with the additional structure. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Consiqine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously. Councilman Considine made observations concerning the right of a homeowner to have hobbies, such as the collection of cars, and being able to store them on his own property. Following further discussion and clarification by the City Attorney as to the issue before Council at this time, it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the action of the Planning Commission be SUSTAINED and that the appeal be and it is hereby DENIED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Rage, Helms, Arth Councilman Considine Councilman Butterworth 1-20-70 - 1 - 18:7565 HEARING Determination to be made by Council as to whether or not buildings at (Unsafe 141 and 143 Bonita Street are unsafe as defined by Section 203 as Buildings) amended of the Uniform Building Code, 1967 Edition, and whether same .~ shall be ordered abated by demolition or removal in accordance with p.. I., ~ " '(.:1 procedure prescribed therein. The City Manager advised that the buildings ~ on said property have deteriorated to the point where they must be brought l-;1/~^, """&; .,..1 up to code or demolished. /V--e;..-t...' .:/-;,. , Mayor Arth declared the hearing open and William Beckwith, 143 E. Sycamore Avenue, advised that he represents the owner of 143 Bonita Street and that an escrow has been opened for the sale of this parcel. He asked that any demolition be delayed until after March 3rd at which time the lot would be cleared. He added that up to the present time he has been unable to locate the owner of record and could not speak on the other parcel (141 Bonita) . HEARING SCHEDULED (Ice f. IA Ska~ing) , '({?7....,t- ~ , 1'1:'; ~ 61"~': <c ( """"r- " REQUESt TO MODIFY SPECIAL USE PERMI'l: dAPPROVED -f'-- /39 (a) AWARD OF CONTRACT (Pipeline) .7- //9,;:( (b) ST. JQSEPH RESERVOIR NO. 2 EIDS REJECTED /- /h"..< It was the consensus of Council that a continuance might afford an opportunity to resolve the entire matter and the hearing was CONTINUED until the regular meeting of February 3, 1970 on MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. I During the interim, staff will check into the status of an abandoned ice box or refrigerator which the Police Department had reported as being on the property. An addition to the Zoning Ordinance Text had been recommended by the Planning Commission to allow an ice skating rink in Zone C-l or in a less restrictive zone providing a conditional use permit were granted. The matter requires a public hearing which was scheduled for February 3,1970. The Planning Director explained that a request had been received from the owner of Century Rock Products for modification of Resolution No. 2973 to permit additional excavation equipment on a portion of the subject site; that some questions had arisen as to whether the method being used in excavation is permitted under said resolution. The City Attorney advised that the operation is not a violation of the resolution; that there is no question of legality in the matter, whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously that the requested modification be APPROVED. The City Manager explained that bids for the construction of the St. Joseph Reservoir No. 2 (Schedule No. I) the 30" transmission main (Schedule No. II), the new roof of St. Joseph Reservoir No.1 (Schedule No. III) had been received on January 19; that the bidders on Schedule Nos, I and III did not qualify under the terms of the specifications. He recommended the rejection of these bids with the award of the contract to the low bidder for the pipeline (Schedule No. II). Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the low bid of Vido Samarzich Company in the amount of $85,000, for the construction I of a 30-inch ductile iron pipe transmission main together with valves and fittings, be accepted and a contract awarded therefor; that all other bids for this work be rejected and that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby authorized to execute the contract in form APPROVED by the City Attorney. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Considine, Hage, Helms, Arth None Councilman Butterworth It was further MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously that all bids received for the construction of the St. Joseph Reservoir No.2 (Schedule I) and the new roof for St. Joseph Reservoir No. 1 (Schedule III) be rejected; that the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized to advertise for new bids to be received February 16, 1970, at II A. M. 1-20-70 - 2 - TRACT NO. 28296 STREETS ~ACCEPTED .....;//5'1 I CAMINO GROVE 'SCHOOL (Complaints) 7""- //r 3 PROPERTY Exchange and Sale APPROVED ~ /CC,- '/ I QUITCLAIM DEED AUTHORIZED TRACT NO. 25207 -r: It.' ,r/ (, 18:7566 Upon notification that improvements in Tract No. 28296 (Don Alvatado and Don Diablo Drive - 830-850 W. Foothill Boulevard) have been satisfactorily completed, it was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Helms and cartied unanimously that the streets therein be accepted tot maintenance by the city. The City Manager and the Director of Public Works advised that numerous complaints had been received concerning the operation of minibikes and small motorcycles on the vacant city-owned property located on Sixth Avenue adjacent to the Camino Grove School which originally had been acquired for park purposes; that as a result of the complaints, saw- horse barricades had been placed along Sixth Avenue and signs had been posted prohibiting the operation of motoriz~d vehicles. Several solutions were explored including the installation of a 6' chain link fence which could be salvaged at a later date. Jack Schmitz, 1331 S. Sixth Avenue, stated in part that he would not like to lose the concept of a vacant lot next to elementary school property; that there are so few vacant lots left where children may just play...He did not favor fencing the lot and felt that with the signs prohibiting motorized bikes and possible citations therefor, the matter would resolve itself in time. He recommended, instead of a park with turfed areas, that the City give serious consideration to some type of recreation park including tennis courts, handball and the like. He noted the lack of this type of ,activity accommodation in the area. Roy Zion, 1431 S. Sixth Avenue, objected to the fencing of the property and referred to a parking problem which could occur if recreation faci~ities were constructed on the property. During the discussion it was noted that from a time standpoint it is unknown when full development of the park could take place, as whatever is done will be accomplished in conjunction with the School. Taking into consideration the comments made at this meeting, it was felt by Council that the lot could be improved with a little more care, and it was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine, and carried unanimously that fencing not be installed at this time; that signs indicating a violation if the lot is used by motorized vehicles be installed. The City Manager explained that in the reconstruction of the Ford Motors Agency at Santa Clara and Huntington Drive, it was discovered that existing right-of-way lines are not continuous, that the City required additional right-of-way to straighten out its street lines and had a surplus right-of-way which would be useful to the car agency. The areas involved are 1225.39 sq. ft., of property surplus to the needs of the City, and 797.85 sq. ft., of property needed by the City. He added that the Land Committee recommended the exchange and the sale of 427+ square feet to the Ford Motor Company at 52<;: per sq. ft. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the recommendation be APPROVED and that staff proceed to effect the exchange and sale. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Considine, Rage, Helms, Arth None Councilman Butterworth On recommendation of the City Manager it was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously that the City, execute a quitclaim deed to an abandoned public utility easement prior to the recordation of the final map of Tract No. 25207 (Wistaria between Holly and EI Monte Avenues). It was noted that the easement has never been used and is not necessary for present or future use. Said quitclaim deed will be made to the owners of record of Lots 22 through 29 of Tract No. 10985 (this is the tract number of the existing tract which will be superseded by the new subdivision Tract No. 25207). - 3 - 1-20-70 APPOINTMENT TO TASC .. (HAGE) , .(. It:.' ,c'r"- 6 MUNICIPAL DATA SYSTEM t<-' / /,~ ~C- a PATH, INC I ..,..j ~ J . /, n 18:7567 Mayor Arth appointed Councilman Hage to the Transportation Association of Southern California. Mr. Hage also represents the city on the Transportation Committee of the League of California Cities. The City Manager advised that the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Data System has only until January 29 to cancel its existing order for a computer which it will lease and is asking the member cities for a commitment for the ensuing fiscal year at this time. His report dated January 16 and attachments from the MDS manager to its Board of Directors, had been submitted to Council. Mayor Arth, MDS Board member, expanded on the manager's report, stating in part that the City is receiving many more benefits than it could possibly afford if it were on its own; that he would recommend the commitment providing the other cities continue membership. It was noted that funds would come from next year's budget. I Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the policy as set forth in the report dated January 16, 1970, be APPROVED and that the City does hereby signify its intent to appropriate the funds in the 1970-71 budget- providing the member cities continue in the program. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Considine, Hage, Helms, Arth None Councilman Butterworth Reference was made to the request of Path, Inc., for funds to provide for the immediate employment of a teen center manager at a salary of $50 per week. It was proposed in the letter of request that this sum be made available from the $1000 budgeted in the Recreation Department for youth activities. However, it was the consensus of Council that it should come from Council Contingency Account. There were other points to be considered in the communication and it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote that $200 be AUTHORIZED from Council Contingency Account for Path, Inc., to employ a manager for the teen-center; that the communication be referred to the Recreation and Youth Commissions for report and recommendation to Council on February 17. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Considine, Hage, Helms, Arth None Councilman Butterworth (a) REVISED Upon recommendation of the Personnel Board, it was MOVED by Councilman CLASS Considine, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously that the SPECIFICATIONS revised class specifications as set forth in a report dated January 7, APPROVED 1970, be APPROVED. This is in connection with the reorganization of the (0 (Water ~Pt) water department field personnel. ')," :;-J"" \" , . - r . , (b) SALARIES APPROVED .......- CARNIVAL (Jaycees) a APPROVED I (.I 1.,1 // . /CL' '.:d With the implementation of the above reorganization, salaries are indicated for adjustment, whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows, that salaries as recommended in the report dated January 7, 1970, be APPROVED. All reports on file in the office of the City Clerk. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Considine, Hage, Helms, Arth None Councilman Butterworth During the above deliberations the Water Manager explained the benefits and dollar savings to be derived from the reorganization. Request of the Arcadia Jaycees for permission to hold a Community Fair on April 30, May 1, 2, 3, 1970 on city-owned property ( parking lot north of City Hall presently under lease to the Turf Club for use during racing seasons). The letter indicated intention to include a fireproof tent on the heliport site, along with special events, contests, family enter- tainment, outdoor special interest exhibits, as well as rides and games to be operated by the West Coast Shows, Inc., which company will be required to post bond for the restoration of any damage caused by its equipment to the parking lot black top. Specific terms had been prepared by the City Attorney. _ 4 _ 1-20-70 I la . .." 18:7568 Councilman Considine MOVED that the request be APPROVED; that any license fee be waived - subject to all conditions, requirements and terms set forth by the City Attorney. Discussion ensued with James Goddard, President of the Jaycees, answering questions propounded by Council. Councilman Helms expressed deep concern for the location which in his opinion is a poor choice due to the traffic generated in the area and compared the traffic pattern with the location used last year (city library parking lot) with ~he proposed site. 'HeJnoted that pedestrians had the advantage of a traffic signal within a few yards of the carnival area whereas that will not be the case at the subject site. He felt that if the carnival is approved provision should be made by the Jaycees for controlled pedestrian crossings as persons will be walking across Huntington Drive from the race track parking lot to the carnival area. Mr. Goddard explained that he had made arrangements with the local mounted police to patrol the carnival area and to provide crossing guards; that he had contacted the Ramada Inn 'and had received its approval but had not as yet contacted the property owner immediately adjacent to the City Hall. He also stated in part that the proper authorities had been notified that the heliport would not be available during the run of the carnival. Councilman Helms referred to the magnitude of the clean-up at the close of the carnival and stated in part that with the possible extensive damage to the paved area and to the landscaping that consideration should be given to requiring a $5000 cash deposit fro~ the operators of the rides and games which in his opinion would have greater leverage than a surety bond. A representative of the West Coast Shows, Inc., stated in part that the company is aware of the extent of damage which could occur and realizes its obligation to restore all impairm~nt; that the company would be willing'to post a $5000 surety bond put felt it would object to depositing $5000 in cash. The motion, as made and seconded, was then carried unanimously. Mr. Goddard was reminded that all plans and conditions are subject to the approval of the City Attorney and advised to ~chedule a meeting with staff for Wednesday, January 21. ' , , AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION ORDINANCE NO. 1407 ADOPTED : t2-:.--.,;e;/,./~ '7/1 . ;- 1,)/-....<,:1' ~( . I.~ c!:.. ,",," .0,'-/"/.1/ . ~ Rudy Killian, 1623 South Sixth Avenue, asked if any prov~slon is being made for locations to legally accommodate minibikes and the like. The City Manager stated in part that an effort is:being made to locate adequate space and mentioned a proposed location to the east. The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1407, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF rHE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTABLISHING THE ARCADIA BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION." Councilman Helms MOVED that the reading of the full body of Ordinance No. 1407 be WAIVED and that same be ADOPTED." Motion seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Considine, Rage, Helms, Arth None Counci~man Butterworth l-20-70 - 5 - RESOLUTION NO. 5Mt <('Iii ADOPTED /./~~O PROPOSED ~ DEVELOPMENT (Arcadia Tower s) APARTMENT CONSTRUCTION requirements APPOINTMENT SIGNS PROCEDURAL ORDINANCE WAIVED FINANCE OFFICER (Salary) .j _ /' _ f!'2 ... 4... r. /"" 18:7569 The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 5011, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO PERMIT THE REGISTRAR OF VOTERS OF SAID COUNTY TO RENDER SPECIFJED SERVICES TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA, RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON APRIL 14, 1970." Councilman Helms MOVED that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 5011 be WAIVED and that same be ADOPTED. Motion seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Considine, Rage, Helms, Arth - None Councilman Butterworth I Councilman Helms asked the,City Manager to present a proposal received for the development of city owned property at Santa Anita and Wheeler at which location an eight-story building had been previously planned but had not materialized to date. It was recommended that such an arrangement be entered into at $500 per month until April 15, 1970, and l% of the sales price per month thereafter until title is trans- ferred. Council expressed a desire to review the agreement prior to its execution and it was MOVED by Councilman Helms that Council at this time signify a resolution of intent to enter into such an agree- ment; that the document be drawn up and submitted for consideration and ratification at a later date. Motion seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously. Councilman Helms asked for a report concerning possible changes to the code in connection with design of apartment buildings to expedite any fire emergencies. Mayor Arth appointed Councilman Butterworth to the 15 member Arcadia Beautiful Commission. Mayor Arth commented that he had asked staff to convey to the County the desire of the City to have a voice in determining regulations pertaining to signs located where county territory adjoins city boundaries. Some of the following items requ~r~ng official council action the provisions of the Procedural Ordinance were WAIVED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously. On recommendation of the City Manager it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the sum of $1450 per month be AUTHORIZED as the salary for the new Finance Officer. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Considine, Rage, Helms, Arth None Councilman Butterworth I The City Manager reported on various items as follows: l...that all laboratory water quality tests are excellent. 2...that the Turf Club had made its annual donation of $1000 to the local Little League organizations; that the funds had already been distributed. 1-20-70 - 6 - I I HELMS LITIGATION .f/Ob~ ARTH ADJOURNMENT , ~ 18:7570 3...noted that sample street signs had been erected at the southeast corner of California and Second and at the northwest corner of Diamond and Second. Suggested Council endeavor to view the signs at night and noted that the lighting project will be included in the first report of the capital projects program due February 3. Asked that the lighting at the Ford Motor Company (Huntington and Santa Clara) be checked for glare. Brief discussion held on the conditions imposed at the time the improvement was approved. On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows, the City Attorney was AUTHORIZED by way of compromise to enter into a stipulation in a condemnation caSe involving the property at 5821-5827 S. Baldwin Avenue, Temple C~ty, (southwest side of Baldwin Avenue 222' south of Las Tunas) for an award in the sum of $3300 to the owners of the property acquired by the city for the widening of Baldwin Avenue. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Considine, Rage, Helms, Arth None Councilman Butterworth Commented on the experiment planned by the Southern California Rapid Transit District for an express busway to fOLLOW the railroad right- of-way from El Monte into Los Angeles at high speed. He left reports in the office of the City Manager. At 10:15 P.M., the meeting was ADJOURNED SINE DIE on MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried' unanimously. t!-I /~~- Mayor ATTEST: ,~~~,~~ City Clerk 1- 20-70 - 7 -