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M I NUT E S
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
MAY 19, 1964
The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California met in regular
session on May 19, 1964 in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City
Hall at 8 P.M.
Rt. Rev. Msgr. Gerald O'Keeffe
Church of the Holy Angels
Mayor Dale E. Turner
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Turner
Councilman Reibold
Application of Z. D. Ells, Jr., for a business permit to allow the
continuation of a used car sales lot at 222 E. Huntington Drive
opened for hearing by Mayor Turner.
Mr. Ells, the applicant, explained that it was his intention to
handle both foreign and domestic vehicles; that he had extensive
experience in this business. Mr. Ralph Bowman, 58 W. Pamela Road,
Arcadia, spoke on behalf of Mr. Ells.
No one else desiring to be heard MOTION was made by, Councilman Balser,
seconded by Councilman Forman and carried unanimously that the hearing
be CLOSED.
MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Forman and
carried unanimously that the application be APPROVED and that the
subject area be released from the morator~um plac~d thereon.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 504 recommending changes in the
C-l portion of the Zoning Ordinance (regulations controlling signs,
billboards, advertising structures and off-street parking
requirements and altering uses permitted).
In order for the City Council to have all pertinent data before it,
qq MOTION by Councilman ,Forman, seconded by Councilman Considine and
carried unanimously, the hearing on Planning Commission No, 504 was
continued to June 16, 1964.
Upon advice of the City Manager and Director of Public Works that the
two bids received for the Telephone Fire Alarm system exceeded the
Engineer's estimate which appears to be a realistic appraisal of the
cost of the proposed system, MOTION was made by Councilman Forman,
seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that the two
bids be rejected and that the City Clerk be and she is hereby author-
ized to advertise for new bids to be received JUNE 10, 1964 at 11 A.M.
Upon recommendation of the City Manager MOTION by Councilman Balser
seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that any and
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CAT SHOW
A-: PR.
BANNERS
(Police)
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STATE GAS
TAX REPORT
VACATION OF
EASEMENT
(Doshier
Avenue)
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all license fees in connection with the Scout-O-Rama to be held at
the Arcadia High School June 6, 1964 be waived. The event is to be
under the auspices of the San Gabriel Council of Boy Scouts of
America.
MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Forman and carried
unanimously that the request of the Malibu Cat Club for permission to
hold its all-breed cat show in the Arcadia National Guard Armory on
November 28 and 29, 1964 be APPROVED.
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The placing of banners in connection with the forthcoming Arcadia
Police Relief Association's Dance to be held June 22, '1964 was
APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman
Considine and carried unanimously.
The City Manager and Director of Public Works submitted a, report on
projects presently budgeted under the Gas Tax Funds available and the
proposed 1964-65 Gas Tax Budget.
The report set forth that the City will have accumulated an estimated
$88,000 by June 30th of this year and that $44,000 in matching funds
must be spent by June 30th for improvement of a select system of street
in order to qualify this city's uSe of the $88,000.
Discussion ensued on streets listed for improvement. MOTION by
Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Forman and carried
unanimously that the projects as listed be APPROVED and that the
Director of Public Works be authorized to prepare statements and
resolutions for appropriate submission.
MOTION was then made by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman
Forman and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Gas Tax
Project 59 in budgeted amount of $60,000 be reduced by $44,000, which
sum would then be made available for use in financing Project 42
(widening of Duarte Road) and the sum of $44,000 be appropriated from
UNAPPROPRIATED SURPLUS ACCOUNT #290 in the GENERAL FUND to CAPITAL
PROJECT ACCOUNT NO, 233 (Improvement of Santa Anita Avenue from
Orange Grove to Grandview Avenue).
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Turner
None
Councilman Reibold
The City Manager advised that a report is being prepared for the City
Council in an endeavor to clarify the manner in which the Gas Tax
Budget operates.
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The City Manager advised of the receipt of a request from Mr. and Mrs.
Gary Arbuckle for the vacation of the south 20' of the easement over
the vacated portion of Doshier Avenue extending from Highland Oaks
Avenue to the County Flood Control District property.
Mrs. Cecil Redshaw, 1800 N. Highland Oaks Avenue, commented from the
audience that the subject property (south of her address) is now in
escrow and requested a continuation of the matter as she did not know
it was to be considered at this time.
'During discussion it was brought out that the owners are contemplating
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building a room which would encroach into the 60' storm drain; that
the portion of the land behind the properties is owned by the Flood
Control District and is used as a spreading basin; that Council did
vacate the easement for street purpose~ but reserved drainage
easements herein; that fee title remained in or reverted to the
adjacent property owners for their enjoyment of the land except that
any construction was done at their own risk and expense and in some
instances construction was not permitted such as a solid structure.
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It was the consensus of the Council that the'matter should be given
further study and Councilman Considine MOVED that it be referred to
the Director of Public Works for review and recommendation. Motion
seconded by Councilman Forman and carried unanimously.
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The City Manager advised of the receipt of a copy of a petition
submitted to the City of Sierra Madre and a copy of same to the City
of Arcadia; that the matter had been reviewed and inasmuch as the
entire right of way of Orange Grove Avenue referred to in the petition
~ . is in Sierra Madre, the City has no legal authorization to take
, ~action. He further advised that some time ago the City had suggested
, to the City of Sierra Madre that it consider detachment of half of
the right of way and subsequent annexation to the City of Arcadia so
that the two cities could develop a cooperative program for
improvements; that the project might qualify for matching gas tax
funds; however the suggestion had not been replied to in writing;
hence the matter had not come before Council previously.
SPEED ON
ORANGE GROVE
AVENUE
Councilman Forman MOVED that the City Manager communicate with
Mr. and Mrs. Stanley M. Korell (circulators of the petition) advising
them of the report and that the City of Sierra Madre also be contacted
in the essence of expediency. Councilman Considine seconded the
motion which was carried unanimously.
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The City Manager chronologically explained the background of the
request of the Arcadia School Board for permission to close California
Street for school construction purposes; that the School Board had
b'een advised on November 13, 1963 that the final, determination of its
request should await the results of a survey then under study of the
'HI zone in the area and the elimination of utilities in this street;
that at a combined meeting on December 30, 1963 the City Council was
still of the opinion that the request could not be granted. The City
Manager then advised of a request just received from the School Board
requesting in writing whether or not the request is denied or granted
as its records do not indicate decision either way.
CLOSING OF
CALIFORNIA
STREET
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Discussion held on traffic flow in line with plans for the redevelop-
ment of the central area business district; that California Street is
the only through street to Fifth Avenue and that it might be best to
close Diamond Street south of the First Avenue School campus.
Reference was made to the possibility of the new school proposed for
Lemon and Holly Avenues being used as a Junior High School instead of
First Avenue school which could then be used as a grade school not
requiring the closing of California Street.
Consensus of the Council being that the decision should await
developments'in connection with the Central Area.Plan, MOTION was
made by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
unanimously that the City Manager advise the School Board in writing
that the City must at this time decline the School Board's request to
close California Street.
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FIRE ZONE
NO. 2
(Industrial
Areas)
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1244
Introduced
MORATORIUM
RELEASE
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LAND SALE
(City-owned
1418 S. Baldwin)
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The Planning Department's recommendation that the City Council
authorize the amendment to the Arcadia Municipal Code by placing
Zones IM-l and M-2 in Fire Zone No, 2 was APPROVED on MOTION by
Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Forman and carried
unanimously.
Mayor Turn'er observed that it would be helpful if the Building and
Safety Department prepare a resume of what is permissive in Fire
Zones; that he was impressed with the report which indicated some
uses.
The City Attorney then presented for the first time, explained the
content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1244, entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING SECTION 3121.2 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE TO PLACE ZONES
M-l AND M- 2 IN FIRE ZONE NO. 1."
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Councilman Forman MOVED that the reading of the full body of Ordinance
be waived, Motion seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll
call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen B~lser, Considine, Forman, Turner
None
Councilman Reibold
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It was further MOVED by, Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman
, Balser and carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance
No. l2~4 be INTRODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Balser,
None'
Councilman Reibold
Considine, Forman, Turner
The existing moratorium on the central area property was recommended
for release on October 6, 1964 in an implementation schedule submitted
by the Planning Commission at the request of the City Council. The
report indicates the Commission's intention to take action on the
program as diligently as possible and to make every effort to adhere
to the schedule as outlined.
In reviewing the recommendation the Council noted that it is a tight
time schedule allowing for little deviation or provision for
continuance of public hearings in connection with regulations; that
the objective terminal dates indicate release of some properties by
September 1, 1964.
MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Forman and carried
unanimously that the Schedule be accepted.
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Councilman Considine asked if it were not Gouncil's intention to
specify a 'date certain'; that it was his understanding that this
would be included in the recommendation. It was the concensus of the
other Councilmen that the motion indicated lifting the moratorium on
October 6, ~964 and that every effort will be made to so do; that
further diecussion may be necessary should questions arise.
The City Manager advised that the Land Disposal and Acquisition
Committee had reviewed an offer submitted by Helene L. Griffin for the
purchase of city owned property at 1418 S. Baldwin Avenue; that
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TRANSFER
OF BUSINESS
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1241
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conditions had been set forth by the Committee which were agreeable
to the purchaser and the Committee recommended approval of the sale.
MOTION was made by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman
Balser and carried unanimously that the City-owned land at 1418 S.
Baldwin Avenue be sold to Helene L. Griffin on the terms enumerated
below; that the City Manager be authorized to execute,and deposit
escrow instructions prepared by the City Attorney with the West
Arcadia Security First National Bank and the Mayor and City Clerk be
authorized to execute the necessary documents for consummation of the
sale.
1, $~OOO deposit to be presented with offer of acceptance of
the terms and conditions herein.
2. $7,000 to be deposited in escrow to be paid to the City on
the close of escrow and not later than July 24, 1964.
3. Seller to take back a note in the amount of $22,000 secured
by a First Trust Deed payable at 1% per month or more
including interest of 6% per annum with any unpaid balance
due and payable July 24, 1967.
4. Buyer to be given first right of refusal for its purchase of
the City-owned parcel of the rear 5,000 sq. ft. now occupied
by the City of Arcadia Water Department facilities.
5. Escrow to close not later than July 24, 1964 but sooner
through mutual agreement of both parties and the City hereby
agrees to close at an earlier date if desired by purchaser.
6, The City of Arcadia will agree to relocate the existing
water lines by July 24, 1967 or sooner at its own discretion.
If demand is made by the purchaser to relocate the existing
lines prior to the time determined by the City, an additional
$5,000 shall be paid to the City by the purchaser.
MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Considine
and carried unanimously that the request for transfer of
business license from 29~ E, Huntington Drive to 9 E. Huntington
Drive be granted Donald Bessette. (Location in the moratorium
area).
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the
content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1241, entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF 'THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING SECTION 7212 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE."
Councilman Forman MOVED that the reading of the full body of
Ordinance No. 1241 be waived. Motion seconded by Councilman
Balser and carried on roll call vote as follows:
'AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Turner
None
Councilman Reibold
Councilman Forman further MOVED that Ordinance No. 1241 be'
ADOPTED. Motion seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on
roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Turner
None
Councilman Reibold
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ZONE VARIANCE;
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The City Council at its regular meeting of May 5, 1964 approved
the zone variance application of Mr. and Mrs. Elmer Benson for
permission to construct a second dwelling at 315 W. Le Roy
Avenue on the front portion of said property. The Planning
Commission had recommended disapproval of the application. At
the request of Henry Hege, attorney for the applicants, Council
extended the courtesy of a continuation of the matter to a date
after the termination of the appeal period. A resolution
confirming the action of the City Council was to have been
considered at this meeting.
(315 Le Roy)
Peer Clausen, 925 S. Eighth Avenue, addressed Council at length I
summarizing the background of the City's adoption on September 3,
1963 of Ordinance No. 1221 which prohibits second dwellings in
residential zones; that it was his understanding that this
ordinance would be binding; that he had not known this was
before the Council and strongly urged Council to rescind its
action. He further read from both the Planning Commission
Resolution No. 481 unanimously adopted June 25, 1963, and from
the City Council Ordinance No. 1221 referred to above.
Bert Pearson, 258 W. Magna Vista, requested the City Council to
schedule a public hearing for the benefit of those who were
opposed so they would have the same opportunity as that afforded
the attorney for the applicants.
Henry Hege, attorney for the applicants, addressed Council
referring to specific dates on which the matter was noticed in
the press; that objections from the Magna Vista property owners
were included in his presentation; that he had requested
permission to speak on the matter at the May 5 meeting and was
certain anyone else would have received the same privilege; that
the action taken was in a duly constituted manner; that he could
see no reason for Council to rescind its action but that if
anyone was deprived of any rights his clients had authorized him
to state that if Council so desires they have no objection to a
public hearing.
Councilman Balser was of the Op1n10n that a public hearing would
be in the best interest inasmuch as an appeal had not been filed
and that Council had extended a courtesy to the attorney; that
the people had not been aware he was going to speak or that
action would be taken.
Mayor Turner stated in part that the item was held open as a
courtesy for discussion and conclusion; that an ordinance is
meant to be upgrading but in every case where there is an
ordinance there may be extenuating circumstances which would
make a variance necessary to insure the continuance of the
inherent right of the individual. In this case the extenuating 'I
circumstances may not be available to those who were not at the
discussion period; that it was the consensus of the majority of
the Council that the individual purchased the property in good
faith at a time when it was permissible to build two houses on
one lot; that a vacant front portion is difficult to maintain
and is not a contributing factor in appearance; that if Council
feels it has taken action not acceptable to the people and one
which might be open to controversy it is up to Council to right
it so that if the action taken is not to their liking, at least
the method by which it was accomplished will be.
Councilman Considine observed in part that in his op~n~on when
someone is given a building permit with tacit approval for a
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second dwelling and when they are in the process of achieving
this aim it should not be withdrawn from them without recourse;
that because of the method in which this was granted and because
of the feeling that perhaps everyone did not have an opportunity
to be heard, he suggested that a public hearing be scheduled when
all members of the Council are present so that those of the
Council who created the situation will have an opportunity to
hear everyone and see if the vote remains the same.
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The Council being in accord, MOTION was made by Councilman
Balser, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously
that a public hearing be scheduled for July 7, 1964 at 8 P.M.
( Street
Dedication)
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the
title of Resolution No. 3680 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DEDICATING REAL
PROPERTY FOR STREET AND HIGHWAY PURPOSES TO BE KNOWN AS WISTARIA
AVENUE AND AS TERRA LANE."
RESOLUTION
NO. 3680
MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Balser and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
body of Resolution No. 3680 be waived:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Turner
None
Councilman Reibold
Councilman Balser further MOVED that Resolution No. 3680 be
adopted. Motion seconded by Councilman Forman and carried on
roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilman Balser, Considine, Forman, Turner
None
Councilman Reibold
ORANGE GROVE
SPEED
Stanley Korell, 1470 Cabellero Road, addressed Council stating
in part that he discussed the matter with most of the residents
in the area and they have asked for law enforcement; that they
did not have in mind any improvements; that the expense would
not be necessary; that they like the street the way it is.
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Mr. Bernard Boyer, President of the Arcadia Pony League,
addressed Council stating in part that the Association was most
desirous of constructing a building on the corner of Second and
Bonita Avenues (Bonita Park) which would be a storage facility,
restroom and a snack bar; that at the present time there is
sufficient help available for its construction and that it would
be an improvement over the trailer which is currently being
used. That plans were in the Building Department after having
been reviewed by the Director of Public Works and the Recreation
Department. Installation of a sewer connection was discussed
and it was brought out that the City would make the connection
to the building as it is located on City property and would
eventually revert to the City.
(City property
Bonita Park)
Exclusive use of the building was
stated that the Pony League would
under the supervision of the City
also explored. Mr. Boyer
be agreeable to other uses
Recreation Department.
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Inasmuch as the Park is used in conjunction with the Scho~l,
approval from the School District would be necessary.
It being the consensus that Council indicate its approval so
that Mr. Boyer may proceed, it was MOVED by Councilman Considine,
seconded by Councilman Balser and carried unanimously that
permission be granted the Arcadia Pony League to construct a
building in compliance with all applicable City building and
safety regulations; that the facility be used by other agencies
under the supervision of the City Recreation Department; that
said approval be subject to concurrent approval of the School
District.
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CONCRETE
BLOCK WALL
(Baldwin
Reservoir)
On recommendation of the City Manager, Councilman Forman MOVED
that the City award the contract for Alternate No.1 and
Alternate No.4 of said documents for the construction of a
concrete block wall at the Baldwin Reservoir to HOLTON
CONSTRUCTION COMPANY on the basis of cost plus 10 per cent for
overhead plus 7~ per cent profit, the total cost not to exceed
the maximum figure submitted - $10,992; that the sum of $4000 be
transferred from the Water Department Account No. 471-2 to Water
Department Account No. 471-1 to cover additional cost; that the
Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute contract documents
in form approved by the City Attorney.
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Motion seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll call
vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Turner
None
Councilman Reibold
FLOOD CONTROL
STORM DRAIN
BOND ISSUE
Mayor Turner commented on the reestablishment of the allocation
of funds from the Flood Control District; that $1,376,600 is the
allocation based on a ratio adapted from the assessed valuation
of the City.
MEMORIAL DAY
SERVICES
Mayor Turner advised of the forthcoming services to be held at
the Live Oak Memorial Park and suggested that the Councilmen
attend if possible as he would be out of the City attending the
United States Conference of Mayors.
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Discussion held on the 4 per cent hotel and motel bed tax which
is being considered for adoption by some cities at the present
time, The City of ,Inglewood having communicated with Arcadia
about the matter, it was the consensus of the Council that the
City Manager advise Inglewood that Arcadia has had the matter
under consideration for a period of time and has not as yet made
a determination. A survey showing various ~ities and estimated
revenue to be prepared for Council perusal.
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HOTEL & MOTEL
BED TAX
STUDY
SESSION
Mayor Turner advised that the monthly , Study Session meeting
(May 28) would not be held.
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TECHNICAL
STUDY
COMMITTEE
The appointments to the Technical Study Committee will be made
at a later date.
RECREATION
COMMISSION
APPOINTMENT
The vacancy created on the Recreation Commission by the appoint-
ment of Roger E. Turner to the Planning Commission was filled
on MOTION,by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Balser
and carried unanimously that DOUGLAS D. WINTERS, 300 W. ,Magna
Vista Avenue, be appointed to fill out the unexpired term which
will expire June 30, 1966.
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-ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Turner ordered the meeting adjourned at 10:15 P.M.
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