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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEPTEMBER 6,1966 17:6855 MINUTES i I i CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING ) ) SEPTEMBER 6, 1966 /' , / " ...1 "NoemON PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California met in regular session in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall on September 6, 1966 at 8 P.M. Rev. Walton W. Doering, Our Savior Lutheran Church Mayor George L. Forman ROLL CALL PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None APPROVAL OF MINUTES (8-16-66 8-24-66) On MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously the minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 16, 1966 and the Adjourned Regular Meeting of August 24, 1966 were APPROVED as submitted in writing. HEARING Application of Henry C. Foes, Jr., for a business permit to allow a (Close-out close-out sale of furniture in his retail store at 1000 S. Baldwin sale) Avenue for a thirty day period starting September 12, 1966. All t1. ~~staff reports being on file in the office of the City Clerk, the ~, . hearing was opened and no one desiring to speak to the matter the ~~~. hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by ~{!~ Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. Approved It was then MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that the application be approved and that a business permit be issued pursuant to the Arcadia Municipal Code Section 6220.7. I P:~ Request of Mrs. Olga Kalish for a variance from the building code to the extent necessary to permit her to use her residence at 244 E. Foothill Boulevard for dressmaking. Mrs. Kalish advised in her communication of request that no heavy power equipment would be utilized, nor would she display any advertising signs. It was noted by the City Clerk for the record that six communications had been received favoring the variance request. The report of the Director of Public Works and the Building Official was made part of the record also, wherein it was set forth that the Arcadia Municipal Code Section 9263,1 does not list dwellings as a permitted use; that the requested use of the property would be non-conforming under present regulations; that the proposed use would not be less hazardous than the present use, and recommended against granting the variance. HEARING (Dressmaking permit ) The hearing was opened and Kenneth Baker, residing adjacent to Mrs. Kalish, addressed Council in favor of the requested variance. No one else desired to speak to the matter and the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously. The City Attorney quoted Section 8130.3 of the Arcadia Municipal Code 1. 9-6-66 Denied ZONE CHANGE (Stogsdill) Hearing set gg~o TRACT NO. 27377 (Tentative) .9-/151 17:6856 which states that the City Council may after receipt of the recommendation of the City Engineer and the Superintendent of Building and Safety, grant variations from the Building Code uP,on the terms and conditions specified in such written recornmendations;\that the Director of Public Works and the Superintendent of Building ,and Safety - the persons expert in and charged with the protection of\the public safety - do not recommend granting the requested variance. \ -\ , "- 'I ~- Whereupon' Councilman Butterworth, in view of the statement made by the City Attorney,MOVED that the request for a variance from the building code be DENIED. The motion was seconded by Councilman Rage and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen None None Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman Qn,MOTION duly made, seconded and carried unanimously a public hearing was scheduled for September 20, 1966 on the zone change request of Ralph D. Stogsdill for a reclassification of property at 2612 S. Baldwin Avenue from Zone R-l to C-O "Professional Office District". Planning Commission Resolution No. 597 recommends the requested reclassification. The Planning Director explained the conditions upon which the Commission recommended approval of the tentative map of Tract No. 27377 to be a cuI de sac with 8 lots located between Longden and Walnut Avenues west of Holly Avenue. It was MOVED by Councilman Rage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that the tentative map of Tract No. 27377 be APPROVED subject to conditions as outlined below: 1. Rouse location plans for each lot shall be prepared and approved by the Planning Department. 2. The additions proposed to the existing structure shall be permitted in compliance with the plan showing the development of the property. 3. Install all standard street improvements required by the sub- division ordinance. Improvements, grades and drainage shall be to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works. 4. for underground utilities and Plan to be approved by the Provide all easements required install utilities underground. Director of Public Works. I 5. If easement to Walnut Avenue will include both storm drain and sanitary sewer, a 20 foot easement will be required. 6. Remove all trees and structures from the street right-of-way. 7. Remove all structures and buildings within or across the tract boundary except buildings shown on Tract Map to remain. These removals or relocations shall conform to all City Ordinances, Codes and regulations and be done to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Works. 8. Dedication of street 60 feet wide or 50 feet wide plus 5-foot planting and sidewalk easement. 2. 9-6-66 17:6857 9. Any excess land shall be disposed of to adjacent property owners so as not to become separate parcels. 10. Close any unused driveway entrances. 11. Deposit funds with the City Treasurer to cover cost of co~necting to future storm drai~. Amount to be determined by the Department of Public Works. I 12. Fees and deposits required: Street lights Street signs Street trees Final approval fee Deposit for storm drain Four lights to be arranged for with the Edison Co. $ 70.00 136.00 200.00 To be determined. 13. Installation of an 8-inch gate valve in Longden Avenue, west side of Bella Vista. 14. Installation of approximately 330 feet of 6-inch cast iron water main and appurtenances in subject tract as per specifications, locations to be determined by Water Department; 15. Installation of fire hydrants as per specifications at locations to be determined by Fire Department. 16. Two copies of tract map to be furnished Water Department for locations of proposed water facilities, one to be returned to subdivider for his use. 17. Copy of sewer, drainage and street improvement plans to be furnished Water Department. 18. Water plans to be drawn to Water Department standards to be approved by Water Manager. Six sets of prints and original plan to be ret~rned to Water Department. 19. Construction of water facilities to be done by subdivider's contractor to Water Department specifications after construction of curb and gutter. Inspection to be furnished free of charge by Water Department. 20. Water service laterals to be installed to lots 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 by Water Department at subdivider's expense at locations specified on the plans and located in the field by subdivider. Water laterals to lots 1 and 8 are existing. I 21. Water meter boxes installed by Water Department will be to top of curb grade. Maintenance of meter box grade will be the responsibility of subdivider until acceptance of tract. 22. Water valve sleeves and covers will be adjusted to finished pavement grade during paving operations by subdivider's contractor. 23. Elevations and plans of the proposed additions to the existing structure on Lot 8 shall be submitted for approval of the Planning Department. 24. The front yard set back on ~ella Vista Avenue shall be 25 ft. The proposed additions to the existing structure on Lot 8 shall not extend into this required set back area. 3. 9-6-66 TRACT NO. 27276 (Tentative) -:!f/O/~ Approved 17:6858 The Planning Commission recommended approval of the tentative map of Tract No. 27276 (extension of Los Altos Avenue westerly to connect with Florence Avenue) subject to specified conditions which the Planning Director explained in detail. Discussion held on some of the provisions one of which would be that the subdivider be authorized to establish a one (1) foot trust lot adjacent to the property at 505 Los Altos Avenue. It being the consensus of the City Council that the recommendation is a sensible and logical conclusion to a difficult situation, it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that the tentative map of Tract No. 27276 be APPROVED subject to the following conditions: I 1. The subdivider is authorized to establish a one foot trust lot adjacent to the property at 505 Los Altos Avenue and if such lot be shown on the final map, the same shall be placed in trust upon the terms and conditions approved by the City Council. Prior to approval of the final map, evidence substantiating that a trust has been formally established, or some other acceptable resolution of the problem indicating that the trust is not required, shall be submitted for the approval of the Planning Commission. 2. Il'stall all standard street improvements required by the subdi- vision ordinance. Improvements, grades and drainage shall be to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works. 3. Provide all easements required for rear line underground utilities and install all utilities underground. 4. ,Remove all trees and structures from the street right-of-way. 5. Remove all structures and buildings within or across the tract boundary. These removals or relocations shall comply to all City Ordinances, Codes and regulations, and be done to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Works. 6. Dedication of street 60 feet wide or 50 feet wide plus a 5-foot planting and sidewalk easement on each side of the street. 7. That all excess land not included within the subdivision but which is now part of a lot, a porti~~ of which is included within the subdivision, shall be disposed of to the owner of adjacent property outside the subdivision so as not to become or remain separate lots or parcels. 8. Fees and deposits required: I , Street light installation 4 lights to be installed. Street sign installation Street tree installation Final approval fee to be arranged with Power Co. $ 70.00 119.00 175.00 $364.00 9. Install approximately 560 feet of 6-inch cast iron water main in proposed street from existing 6-inch water main in Florence Avenue to end of existing 6-inch water main in Los Altos Avenue. 10. Install two 6-inch gate valves in Florence Avenue water main and two 6-inch gate valves at each end of proposed 6-inch water main in Los Altos Avenue. 4. 9-6-66 I 17 : 6859 11. Fire hydrants per city specifications at locations determined by Fire Department. 12. Two copies of Tract map to be submitted' for locations of proposed water facilities - one to be returned to subdivider for his u~e. 13. Copy of sewer plans and street improvements. 14. Water plans to be drawn to Water Department standards to be approved by Water Superintendent. Six prints of approved plans and original drawing to be returned to Water Department. 15. Construction of water facilities to be done by subdivider's contractor to Water Department specifications after construction of curb and gutter. Inspection to be furnished free of charge by Water Department. 16. Water service laterals to be installed to each of the 6 parcels by Water Department at subdivider's expense at locations speci- fied by subdivider. 17. Water meter boxes installed by Water Department will be to curb grade. Maintenance of meter box grade will be the responsibility of subdivider until acceptance of tract. 18. Valve sleeves and covers shall be adjusted to finished grade during paving operations by subdivider's contractor. PERSONNEL 'MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Rage and BOARp ,carried unanimously that the recommendations of the Personnel Board J~:~~~~~concerning revised job descriptions and titles in the Water Department Approved or~~ and the Department of Public Works be APPROVED. TRACT NO. 26563 (tentative) ~ : 1/4(,., I Referred to Commission BOWLING LANES (Alcoholic Beverage) ~ .J; /oq, g : 3S'"1j Et:iP1T Qn,August 19, 1966 the Planning Commission recommended approval of this tentative map of a proposed subdivision at 310 W. Foothill Boulevard, subject to specified conditions. During the proceedings the Commission had reduced the number of lots from 8 to 6 on the west side of the proposed street and two additional conditions were placed on the east side of the street (cuI de sac), 1) requirement that the entire 8' parkway be put into sidewalk with tree cut-outs at 30' intervals for normal street trees, and 2) requirement that a deco- rative 6' masonry wall be constructed along the entire easterly line of the street right-of-way. John Asder, owner of the proposed development, had requested modification of the two added conditions, stating that with the reduction in the lots and the cost of constructing the two new requirements had rendered the subdivision almost financially unfeasible. It being the consensus of the City Council that the matter should be referred back to the Planning Commission for further study and an alternate proposal which would accomplish the same purpose, it was so MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. The City Council on September 6 scheduled this date for of bowling lanes within the City to be heard concerning restriction against the serving of "alcoholic beverages, the operators the other than 5. 9- 6;-66 17:6860 beer, on the concourse, in the spectator section or any area other than in a bona fide restaurant and/or cocktail lounge which are separate from the recreation facilities. Joseph W. Wilson, owner and operator of the Arcadia Bowl, 21 Morlan Place, urged the City Council to reconsider the restriction, stating in part that he understood and respected the principle behind the prohibition and concurred in the, endeavor to protect the youth of the City, however, children do not ftequent the bowling lanes after 6 P.M. at which time organized leagues take over the facilities. He continued that the business is in a period of financial difficulty and I that to prohibit the players from being served alcoholic beverages in the immediate area of the lanes would mean the loss of the bowling leagues; that they would go elsewhere. He added that to his knowledge persons must be 21 years or older to play yjth a league; that from 85 to 90 percent of the total gross receipts/jfr~m the bowling leagues and invited a study of his operations; that for at least the past ten years bowlers have been served hard liquor on the concourse. J. Edward Vander Meulen, lessee and operator of Bowling Square, 1020. S. Baldwin Avenue, stated in part that less than 1 percent of the bowlers in his establishment are under 21 years of age during the evenings of organized league play and referred to the curfew law. He said he would be willing to see that persons under 21 are not permitted to play with a league; that the profit margin grows out of the liquor business without which he could not survive. He stated further that he could not see the difference in serving beer or a mixed drink to an adult in the presence of youth and that his State liquor license permits the serving of alcoholic beverages anywhere in the entire area. Mr. Vander Meulen also invited a study of his accounting books. Richard A. Mingst, 815 Victoria Drive, stated in part that he antici- pated the argument from the bowling operators that they would lose business if not permitted to serve liquor on the concourse and had contacted an industrial bowling league in, Los Angeles as to its criteria. He was informed that players want adequate parking, clean restrooms, good food close at hand, prize participation and a central location; that the availability of hard liquor on the concourse had no effect on its choice. He added that in his opinion sport does not depend on liquor; that it is not a matter of necessity; that a player could if he so desired step into the cocktail lounge for a mixed drink. Bowling is a family sport and the serving of hard liquor should be kept from other activities. Children should recognize it as a good sport and sport should mean all that it stands for. Rev. Stanley McKee, Pastor of the Arcadia Church of the Good Shepherd, concurred with Mr. Mingst and stated in part that youth of today has more to overcome than in any other generation; that the City should continue as in the past in an endeavor to provide its youth with a I wholesome atmosphere; that if a business cannot survive on its prime prod~:, it should not be in business; that if this were not so other businessmen who could not survive would be seeking liquor licenses also. Councilman Arth observed that if the City Council is thinking of changing the restrictions a public hearing should be held to give the citizenry an opportunity of being heard. Councilman Butterworth recalled that at the time bowling alleys came into the community other cities were allowing liquor to be served on the concourse; that the alleys were constructed with the full knowledge 6. 9-6-66 I DATA PROCESSING STUDY it : IIS!{" I CABLE TELEVISION FRANCHISE f: jd(.~,^- 17:6861 that if they located in the City hard liquor could not be sold in the entire area, but ,only in the restaurant and cocktail lounge;, that he is satisfied in his own mind that the community would not accept a change in the permit system; that it would Serve no useful purpose for him to study the accounting records of the businesses and that in all fairness to the operators of the bowling alleys, he felt that the City Council should express itself at this time. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth that it be the sense of this City Council that the business permit in connection with a bowling alley be maintained in its present status; that the City Council reaffirm its position that as a condition of permit renewal the operator of the bowling alley must file an annual affidavit to the effect that he is aware of the requirement that no intoxicating beverages, other than beer, be permitted to be sold, served, consumed or possessed on the concourse, in the spectator section or in the area used for bowling itself, and that he is enforcing same. Councilman Arth seconded the motion which was carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None Councilman Butterworth observed that the regulations should be strictly observed starting as of this date; that under the circum- stances previous violations shall be disregarded; that if there be further violations the operator shall be brought before the City Council to show cause why the permit should not be revoked. The City Manager advised that the feasibility of establishing a data processing center within the' San Gabriel Valley had been explored by the City Managers of various cities within said Valley and had culminated in their determination that a qualified consultant should be retained to undertake a detailed study. The cost would be $11,500 on a proportionate cost basis of water billing and other potential usage. The City's share would be $1000 and it was his recommendation that the City participate to the extent of the study. It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation of the City Manager be accepted and that the sum of $1000 be appropriated from'Council Contingency Account No. 409-28 for said purpose and that the City Manager be authorized to execute on behalf of the City a contract with Herbert H. Isaacs, Research and Consulting, Inc., for the rendition of this service as outlined in the proposal to the City Manager; , AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None The City Manager advised that certain areas located near the mountains find it desirable to contract for cable television reception; that there are two companies currently providing this service; that at the present time the City requires only a business permit for operating within its boundaries; that this provides only a nominal return in revenue and the City would like to j,ave the control for public protection and right-of-way crossings which it does not now have. His 7. 9-6-66 PROGRESS REPORT (Sidewalks) 8-: Jld-I STOP SIGN S:~(~ se"'/l =' 1) '--"' RESOLUTION NO. 3898 COMPLAINT (Pigeons) , S : $:.<,<\J.,J.."YV (!p.....'y'U. :.tv 17:6862 report dated August 21, 1966 stated further that the service requests have now reached a level at which a franchise ordinance would not only provide substantial levies to the city but would provide better regulation of service requirements and would also protect the cable company enabling it to make service expansions. It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Rage and carried unanimously that staff be instructed to prepare suggested specifications for a franchising ordinance for submission to the City Council . I The City Council acknowledged the progres~ report on Phase II of the sidewalk construction program (dated August 31, 1966) wherein a . , schedule was outlined indicating a completion date prior to December 25, 1966. Specifications 'are to be submitted to the City Council on September 20, 1966 at which time. if they-are approved authorization will be given for staff to advertise for bids, Reference was also made in said report to a petition which had been received from property owners on Second Avenue requesting the redesign of sidewalks to be constructed on the west side of Second Avenue from proposed property line sidewalks to curb line sidewalks and setting forth reasons therefor. The City Manager advised that staff will continue the study of sidewalk location in this particular area. The recommendation of the City Manager and the Director of Public Works that a boulevard stop sign be installed at Oakdale Lane and Foothill Boulevard was APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously. Whereupon the City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 3898, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA" DESIGNATING, THE INTERSECTION OF OAKDALE LANE WITH FOOTHILL BOULEVARD AS A STOP INTERSECTION FOR NORTHBOUND TRAFFIC, AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAINING OF A.STOP SIGN THEREAT," MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 3898 be waived: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, TIll!: tcry.JOrtl~, Considine" Rage, Forman None None Councilman Arth further MOVED that Resolution No. 3898 be adopted. Motion seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows: I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Forman None None On MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously a public hearing was scheduled for September 20, 1966 on a matter concerning the keeping of homing pigeons at 2057 Highland Oaks Drive. This is pursuant to Section 4139.1 of the Arcadia Municipal Code. Later in the meeting, Roger Sands, owner of 8. 9-6-66 BANNER (Register to vote) ~; PR... I DEMOLITION City-owned buildings P;~f1' , . 1.:(, ('"Iv ,~ LMD Nos. 27, 28,29 F I/.5G ,r II $'/,; Reports ~ 1158 17:6863 said premises, expressed a desire to resolve the matter without the necessity of public hearing proceedings, On MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously permission was granted the Pacific Telephone Company to display a banner across a section of First Avenue pubL.cizing the deadline for voter registration (September 15). It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously that staff be authorized to prepare specifications and advertise for bids for the demolition of city owned buildings in the Towne Center including the Peerless Laundry' building at 122 N. Santa Anita Avenue, cost to be from $3000 - $5000 and at the time of bid award a Capital Projects Account will be set up for this purpose. On MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously, the reports of the C~ty Engineer on the proposed formation of Lighting Maintenance District Nos. 27, 28, 29 were APPROVED. Appropriate resolutions will be presented on September 20, 1966. ' AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION: ./-'.A.-.{:J.- I Roger Sands, 2057 Highland Oaks Drive, spoke to the matter of keeping pigeons on his premises and expressed the desire to resolve the matter without the necessity of a public hearing. George Mason, 505 Los Altos Avenue, read a statement concerning the proposed Tract No. 27276 (extension of Los Altos Avenue), and the establishment of a trust lot by the subdivider which in his opinion would be a detriment to his property. ' Preston Swab, 1717 S. Second Avenue, expressed preference for curbline sidewalk installation. (Plans call for property line installation). Mrs. George Mason, 505 Los Altos Avenue, asked if the City Council would reconsider its action in approving tentative map of Tract No. 27276 and was informed that the matter had been duly scheduled on the agenda for this meeting; that no objections had been lodged during the discussion and that a conclusion had been reached for approval under specified conditions. She was also' informed that if the subdivider elects to place a trust on the subject lot (which would be prior to the presentation of the final map) a noticed public hearing would be held to determine the apportionment of the costs, at which all interested persons would be notified. Charles Collins spoke concerning the proposed annexation to Temple City of certain portions of County territory which will be before the voters of the subject area on September 13. He asked as to the interest of the City Councilmen in the area and was informed that the City Council had previously taken a neutral position; that it has no firm policy. Dr. William Kaplan, 186 E. Camino Real, expressed a desire to see all utilities placed underground. 9. 9-6-66 17 : 6864 Dorothy Patapoff, 1803 S. sidewalks at the curbline. referred to earlier in the Second Avenue, spoke (She was one of the meeting). in favor of installing signers of a petition Councilman Butterworth suggested that steps be taken to streamline the City Council meetings. It was agreed that the retiring Commission and/or Board members be presented with plaques of appreciation for service rendered at the next regular meeting - September 20. Mayor Forman adjourned the mee . g at 10:15 P.M. I ~ ~ ' - ~ n~~I?~ '" """' ~ ' I 10. 9-6-66