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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJULY 19,1966 I INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL (6-28-66 7-5-66) HEARING (Conditional Use Permit) F8l0a CONTINUED to 8-2-66 I ZONE VARIANCE (Jepson) P:Zoning Variance 17 : 6830 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING JULY 19, 1966 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California met in regular session in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall on July 19, 1966 at 8 P.M. Rev. Stanley Courtney, Arcadia Presbyterian Church Mayor George L. Forman PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth" Considine, Hage, Forman None On MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously the Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting of June 28, 1966 and the Regular Meeting of July 5, 1966 were APPROVED as submitted in writing. The Planning Commission by Resolution No. 590 recommended denial of an application for a conditional use permit to allow property at 901 W. Duarte Road to be used as a service station. The applicant subsequently appealed the decision and a hearing was scheduled for this date. The City Manager Pro Tempore explained that the applicant had requested a two week delay. It was the consensus of the City Council that the hearing should be officially opened inasmuch as notices had been mailed to persons who might be present and desired to be heard. Whereupon Mayor Forman opened the hearing and in response to his inquiry if anyone desired to be heard on the matter, Mr. Paul Cacciatore, 1123 Golden West Avenue, addressed the City Council expressing opposition to the service station at this location. The City Clerk read a letter of opposition from Mrs. Marguerite'M. Nores, 912 Arcadia Avenue. No one else desiring to be heard at this time, it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that the hearing be continued until the next regular meeting, August 2, 1966 The Assistant Planning Director explained that the Planning Commission by Resolution No. 591 had recommended denial of an application for a zone variance to permit the property at 147 E. Duarte Road to be used for a drive-in restaurant; that the subject property is in Zone C-l which permits only restaurants where all customers are served at a table or counter; that traffic and incidental problems of operations of this type of use have been found to be inappropriate for C-l zoning. The period during which an appeal could have been filed by the 1. 7-19-66 17:6831 applicant had elapsed. It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as contained in its Resolution No. 591 be sustained and that the requested zone variance be denied. Adopted Whereupon the City Attorney presented, explained the content of Resolution No. 3890, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DENYING A ZONE VARIANCE TO PERMIT THE CONSTRUCTION OF A DRlVE-lN RESTAURANT WITH OUTDOOR EATING FACILITIES AT 147 EAST DUARTE ROAD IN SAID CITY." I RESOLUTION NO. 3890 MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Co~ncilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 3890 be waived: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None Councilman Arth further MOVED that Resolution No. 3890 be adopted. Motion seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None TRACT NO. 24900 Final Map Approved On MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried on roll call vote as follows the final map of Tract No. 24900 (236 - 240 W. Foothill Boulevard) was APPROVED subject to continued compliance with conditions of approval as set forth by the City Council on December 21, 1965 F1137 nsp The revised budget of the Library was received and ordered filed. The City Council concurred with Councilman Considine in his commen- dation of the Library Board in its successful efforts to reduce the Library Budget for 1966-67. LIBRARY BUDGET F899 The comm~nication from William R. Jalof concerning the utilization of City owned properties in the so-called Towne Center was RECEIVED and ordered FILED. Mr. Jalof had anticipated constructing a super market and/or a large drug store in the area, but has withdrawn any negoti- ations with the City until such time as the City determines just what it would approve for the subject area. During the ensuing discussion reference was made to the numerous I meetings held with property owners in the area by Councilman Considine and Hage (Land Use Committee) with the former exploring the types of businesses he had discussed with prospective developers; that perhaps if the property owners on Huntington Drive would improve the rear of their store buildings it might encourage investors; that compatible ~ses are being studied. TOWNE CENTER Councilman Hage stated in part that it may take a few years to build up the area which has taken a like period to decline; that he would prefer to look back with pride of accomplishment by waiting for the appropriate development. Councilman Butterworth observed that he was becoming concerned for 2. 7-19-66 I BUDGET APPROPRIATION nsp SIDEWALK PROGRAM F112l I FUNDS FOR UNCOMPLETED CAPITAL PROJECTS 17:6832 the property owners in the subject area; that in a way he was losing hope of accomplishing'what the Wilsey, Ham and Blait'Report envisioned. ' Councilman Arth was in agreement; that it takes one individual with a, definite plan to generate development. Mayor Forman commented that the Land Use Committee should be com- , mended for their efforts; 'that the City Council will have to have faith that it will secure 'a development beneficial to the whole. In response to an inquiry from the San Gabriel Valley Symphony Association Mayor Forman will communicate with the Association advising them that an appropriation of $500 has been included in the Budget in support of its 1966-67 Concert Season. The City Council officially received petitions with 83 signatures requesting the installation of sidewalks on Sixth Avenue between Alster Avenue and the north City boundary before the opening of school in September; that a survey of the pedestrian use and the vehicular traffic would justify the expenditure in the interest of safety of the school children. The City Manager reviewed the accomplishments in sidewalk con- struction thus far and advised that Phase II, which was previously approved by the City Council as to locations and policies in February, 1966, did not include Sixth Avenue; that it is included in the total program except for a southerly portion of the listed area in the petition. The report dated February 10, 1966 and covered in a report from the City Manager dated July 19, 1966, set forth the following priority by streets: 1. First Avenue 2. Camino Real 3. ,Longden Avenue 4. Second Avenue 5. Santa Anita Avenue 6. Sixth Avenue (added at this time) (All locations adjacent to schools) Charles Chivetta, 106'E. Longden Avenue, addressed the City Council stating in part that Longden Avenue is basically a secondary highway although not officially so classified; that he realized economics are involved but he would recommend the sidewalks being placed at the property line as a safety measure for the school children. He was advised that it is proposed to construct the sidewalks at the property line in'this instance. Discussion ensued and it was the consenses of the City Council that staff proceed with Phase II as previously approved; that plans and ,specifications be prepared and submitted to the City Council; that Sixth Avenue be made a part of Phase II if funds are available. It was MOVED by 90uncilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that funds totaling $49,860 as listed in a report dated July,19, 1966 from the City Manager 3. 7-19-66 17:6833 (F:Fund Transfer Reappropriations) Pro Tempore be reappropriated in order that capital improvement projects may be completed and that the City Controller be and he is hereby authorized to make proper disbursements against each project. TRAFFIC MAY COMPANY AREA Fll09 CANCELLATION OF CONTRACT P:Eqt Purchase WORK COMPLETION (Vanlar) Fll17 1966-67 ASSESSED VALUATIONS F: Taxes: Valuation WORK COMPLETION (Osborn) F1l47 AYES: NOES: ABSENT : Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None The City Council officially receivedl communications from residents in the vicinity of Balboa and Columbia Avenues favoring and opposing the closing of the intersection when the May Company begins its operation August. Having discussed the matter in detail it was the consensus of the City Council that no action spould be taken at this time - and that the situation be reviewed following the opening of the Department Store. -I. On recommendation of 'the Police Chief and the City Manager Pro Tempore it was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Rage and carried nn roll call that the contract for the purchase of two motorcycles from,S. E. Chubbuck Harley-Davidson Sales Company be cancelled in a manner acceptable to the City Attorney; and that the City Manager Pro Tempore be and he is hereby authorized to dispose of Motorcycles #51 and #54,which have been declared surplus, by informal bidding process. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None On advice from the Water Superintendent and the City Manager Pro Tempore that the work as performed by Vanlar Construction, Inc. in the construction of the Baldwin Reservoir No. 3 has been satis- factorily completed, it was MOVED by Councilman Rage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that the work be accepted and that final payment be authorized in accordance with the terms of the contract. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None As a matter of information the City Manager Pro Tempore presented the unofficial assessed valuations for the current fiscal year as sub- mitted by the County Assessor and outlined in the City Controller's analysis dated July 11, 1966. I On advice from the Director of Public Works and the City Manager Pro Tempore that the work as performed by Osborn Constructors in the resurfacing of various city streets has been satisfactorily completed, it was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that the work be accepted and that the final payment be authorized in accordance with the terms of the contract. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None 4. 7-19-66 PROPERTY ACQUISITION' (Duarte Road widening) Fll43 I ANNUAL REPORT (LMD) F:LMD RESOLUTION NO. 3888 Adopted F6ll I RESOLUTION NO. 3889 Adopted F6ll 17:6834 The Director of Public Works and the City Manager Pro Tempore advised that Staff has acquired signed Agreement of Purchase and Sale, and Grant Deed covering the following parcel of property in connection with the widening of Duarte Road between Baldwin Avenue and the West City Limits. Gross Net Parcel Purchase Less Cost Purchase Address No. Sq. Ft. Price of Sidewalk Price 941 W. Duarte Rd. 12 861. 84 $ 1,508.22 $ 107.64 $ 1,400.58 This parcel was previously approved by the City Council for acquisition by condemnation if-necessary, but the property owners have agreed to dedicate 12 feet for said purpose under the above arrangement. It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the City Manag~r be and he is hereby authorized to proceed with the necessary steps for the acquisition of said property; documents to be in form apprOVed by the City Attorney; and that at such time as they are ready for recordation of actual property transfer, payment be made to th~ property owners: AYES: NOES: ABSEN1:: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None Pursuant to the prov~s~ons of Section 18730 of the Streets and Highways Code, concerning levying and collecting assessments for Municipal Lighting Maintenance District Act of 1927, the Director of Public Works submitted the Engineer's Annual Expense' Estimate for 1966-67 (dated July 14, 1966 - on file in the office of the City Clerk). The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 3888, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2 OF RESOLUTION NO. 3316." MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 3888 be waived: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None Councilman Butterworth further MOVED that Resolution No. 3888 be adopt~d. Motion seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSEN1:: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 3889, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE SCALE OF PREVAILING 5. 7-19-66 LEAGUE MEETING nsp MWD F 48sA STUDY SESSION (nsp) APPOINTMENTS 17:6835 RATE OF PER DIEM WAGES AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 3836 AND ALL OTHER RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH." MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 3889 be waived: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None I Councilman Considine further MOVED that Resolution No. 3889 be adopted. Motion seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll vote as follows: call AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Forman None None The Council members were reminded of ' the forthcoming League of California Cities Meeting in Inglewood on July 21, 1966. For the benefit of the new City Councilmen a report will be prepared on the City's policy of paying out of its municipal funds the whole of the amount of taxes to be derived from the area of the Metropolitan Water 'District. During the brief discussion Councilman Butterworth observed that at the time the City decided to pay in this manner it didn't make senSe to him; that if the amount were placed on the residents' tax bill it would be income tax deductible; that by collecting it on the water bill it is money out of the pocket; that true, by placing it on the, tax bill there would be certain water users who would escape as- sessment such as the County Park and the Arboretum, but on the other hand there would be collective deductibility of the entire situation from all who pay an income tax which seems to him to far off-set the other; that it makes more sense to him to levy it as a separate assessment which would not be added to the City's $1.05 rate but reflected on the overall tax bill. The City Council was reminded of the forthcoming meeting with the Planning Commission on July 28,,1966 at 7:30 P.M. 1. On nomination by Mayor Forman the City Council appointed 6. 7-19-66 I PARKING DISTRICTS REPORT ADJOURNMENT I (nsp) 17 :6'836 William H. Marmion, 1041 Rancho Road, to the Parking Place Commission. This will fill the vacancy created by the demise of Thomas Sullivan. 2. On MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously Mrs. George Killeen, 140 Greenfield Place, was appointed to the Civil Defense and Disaster Board for a full four-year term ending June 30, 1970. One appointment remains to be made to the Civil Defense Board. On suggestion of Councilman Arth"a report will be prepa~ed outlining the purpose, e~c., of the formation of the Parking Districts. At 9:~8 P.M. Mayor Forman adjourne ATTEST: ~~a4~~~~ City Clerk 7. 7-19-66