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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJULY 27,1964 16:6317' MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING JULY 27;,1964 I ROLL CALL Pursuant to the order of adjournment of the adjourned regular meeting of the City Council 'of July 21, 1964, the City Council of the City of Arcadia met in adjourned regular session in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., July 27, 1964. PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Reibold, Turner None P: Planning Commission Resolution No. 520 recommending the granting of a variance to permit the filling of an abandoned gravel pit upon specified conditions. (Property located on the north side of Clarke Street east of Peck Road). LIAI~~,rt ~as explained that the subject property consists for the most part of an abandoned gravel pit, the quarrying operations have been completed and it is now proposed to be filled with inert material; that it is now totally unfit for any surface use and the property in order to be usable must be brought up to grade. GRAVEL PIT FILL No ~ritten appeal having been filed and no one desiring to be heard, MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Forman and carried unanimously that the recommendation of the Planning Commission as contained in its Resolution No. 520 be APPROVED in acc~rdance with the conditions specified therein with the added condition that all fill must be inert material as described in the regulations of the Regional Water Pollution Control Board standards and specifications. TRACT NO. 23146 p ~ ~..{;dA' The Planning Director explained reasons for the recommendation of the Planning Commission for denial of the proposed subdivision in the vicinity of Second Avenue and La Sierra Drive. It was the opinion of the Commission that the tract as proposed would preclude the future orderly development of cul-de-sacs in the area. The Commission had suggested that the subdivision be moved one lot to the north or to the south, with which the developer could not comply inasmuch as the necessary property was not available at the' present time. (Tentative Map Disapproved) I Alfred Allen, representing the subdivider, explained how in his opinion the development could proceed under City standards. It ~as the consensus of the City Council that to approve the tentative map of Tract No. 23146 would preclude the future develop- ment of the land to its highest use, whereupon Councilman Forman MOVED that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be sustained and that tentative map of Tract No. 23146 be disapproved. Motion seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll call vote as fo llows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Reibold, Turner None None 1. 7-27-64 WAIVER OF FILING FEE 1. 'ks{.,.A. 7] . iJ BANNERS (Fair) A'pf( MORATORIUM AREA (awning) -9- g i) MORATORIUM AREA (Occupancy) TEMPORARY USE (PACIFIC SAVINGS & LOAN ASS'N) P: U,)/, )''-1,(. ~ ~. CITY REFUSE COMPANY (New Agreement) .f/~C 16:6318 The request of the First Baptist Church of Temple City for the waiving of a filing fee in connection with a zone variance appli- cation filed by the Church with the Planning Commission was denied on MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried unanimously. The report on fees which have been waived during the past 6 years was made a part of the record and the City Council was also advised that the Planning Commission had recommended denial of the zone variance application of the Church. The request of the Los Angeles County Fair Association for permission to erect banners publicizing its annual County Fair was APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. Installation to be under the supervision of the Director of Public Works. I The request of Peer Clausen & Son for permission to install an aluminum awning at 121 N. Santa Anita Avenue was APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman ,Considine, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried unanimously. The request of the Daily News Post newspaper officials for permission to occupy the premises at 24 E. Huntington Drive as an office was APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. The request of the Association to operate temporarily at 41 E. Live Oak Avenue was considered. Henry Hege, attorney, advised that the variance from the building code was being requested inasmuch as the building proposed to be used temporarily as an office was noncon- forming for commercial purposes; that it was located on the rear of the lot on which the new structure will be built and ready for occupancy by January 1, 1964 at which time the temporary quarters will be vacated and the building removed. He further stated that no structural alterations are to be made. Discussion ensued on whether or not the matter should be held over pending submission of the plans to the Building Department. Councilman Forman MOVED that the matter be placed on the next agenda. However, in the essence of'time a further MOTION was made by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that the request for permission to occupy the building at 41 E. Live Oak Avenue for a six month period be APPROVED; that the plans for any improvement be submitted to the Building Department prior to the issuance of any permit and that an application for a business license be filed with the License Department. I The request of the City Refuse Company for a new 10 year contract was taken under advisement by the City Council on February 4, 1964. The City Manager, following instructions, submitted a comprehensive report including a chronological summary of the refuse service, analyses of costs, recommended revisions of the Code and other pertinent data. Councilman Considine advised of the receipt of a letter from an apartment building owner which indicated that during the current contract period the price of container pick up for apartment buildings fluctuated substantially. Discussion held on the rates set 2. 7 - 27 - 64 I I PERSONNEL (Holidays) rR 16:6319 by the City Council in its Resolution No. 2790 adopted in 1956 at which time there were relatively few apartments in the City; that it is now recommended that the resolution be amended to provide for an established charge for containers. Considerable discussion ensued with the owner of the Company, Paul Thorsen, participating. MOTION was made by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried unanimously that a proposed new contract be drawn up incorporating the recommendations of the City Manager in his report dated July 15, 1964; the monthly franchise fee be increased' to $600 with no free City pick-up; that there be a provision for a right of appeal through the City Manager or the Director of Public Works; that the number of refuse haulers licensed in the commercial area be limited to five. That the draft of the proposed new agreement be submitted to the City Council for study of specific definitions. The Minutes of the regular meeting of the Personnel Board of July 9 were referred to in part by the City Manager. The Minutes indicated a vote by the Board members of three to one that no change be made in the holidays currently being allowed the City no~uniformed employees. The City Manager recommended that Lincoln's, Veteran's and Columbus Day be eliminated as holidays each year and that State Election Days occurring in even numbered years be also eliminated. He further recommended that any holiday falling on a Saturday be observed on the preceding Friday as is the custom when a holiday falls on a Sunday, it is observed on the following Monday. Mayor Turner advised those in the audience that although this was not a public hearing the City Council would hear from those who desired to be heard. He asked that presentations be brief and not repe- titious. Roger Myers, President of the Arcadia City Employee Association, advised that Earl Pulsifer would speak on behalf of the Association. Mr. Pulsifer spoke at length referring to surveys of other cities; to the City Manager's remarks as outlined in the Personnel Board Minutes of said date; that the reduction in holidays would be felt in morale and recruiting. He stated in substance that the uniformed personnel were not being reduced in holiday benefits and also received the salary increase which'was granted city personnel with one exception on July 1, 1964; that the purpose of holidays for employees was being overlooked. Discussion ensued with the consensus of the City Council being that the City has endeavored and believe it has accomplished the goal of bringing the salaries up to what is being paid by private industry; that private industry does not receive the number of holidays currently being granted the city employees; that the City Council felt that the employee would prefer the salary increase. It was agreed among the Council members that perhaps communication between the City Council and the employee could have been improved upon in order for the employee to better understand its viewpoint in granting the salary increase. Councilman Balser then MOVED that Section 5 of the Personnel Rules and Regulations be amended and that Lincoln's Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day and the State Election Days occurring every other year be eliminated. Motion seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried unanimously. 3. 7-27-64 ORDINANCE NO, 1248 (C-C,Zone) Adopted ORDINANCE NO. 1252 ( Pound Services) Adopted RESOLUTION NO. 3693 (Vallone Variance) Adopted 16:6320 The City Manager presented for the second time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1248, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF ARTICLE IX OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE:BY AMENDING SECTION 9233 ,THEREOF; BY, ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION 9231.18; AND BY ADDING TO PART 6 THEREOF A NEW DIVISION 8 ENTITLED "C-C COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL ZONE" CONTAINING TITLES 1 AND 2 AND SECTIONS 9268.1 THROUGH 9268.2.6. MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Forman and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Ordinance No. 1248 be WAIVED; I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Balser, Considine, forman, Reibold, Turner None None MOTION was further made by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1248 be adopted: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Reibold, Turner None None The City Manager presented for the second time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1252, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY REPEALING SECTION 4125.11.3 THEREOF, AMENDING SECTIONS 4125.6, 4125.11.1 AND 4133.1 THEREOF AND ADDING A NEW SECTION 4133.8.1 THERETO." MOTION by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Ordinance No. 1252 be waived: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Reibold, Turner None None MOTION was further made by Councilman Forman, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1252 be adopted: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Reibold, Turner None None The City Manager presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 3693, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING A VARIANCE TO PERMIT THE RELOCATION OF AN EIGHT STORY APARTMENT BUILDING WITH TWO ROOF-TOP PENTHOUSES THEREON ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 600 TO 634 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE IN SAID CITY." I MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 3693 be waived: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Reibold, Turner None None 4. 7-27-64 I ADJOURNMENT I 16:6321 MOTION was further made by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 3693 be adopted: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Considine, Reibold, Turner Councilmen Balser, Forman None The Planning Director submitted to members of the City Council a report on the measurement of noise and commented that additional material will go to Council for clarification purposes. The City Manager referred to the ordinance incorporating regulations for Zone P.I.D. (Planned Industrial District). Some discussion was held on its contents and it was the consensus of the City Council that the Mayor and/or the Councilmen and staff put into writing suggestions and circulate them among the legislative body so they may be studied prior to the next meeting. / A copy of a resolution adopted by the City of Culver City recommending local control of gambling was ordered filed. I At 10:15 P.M. Councilman Forman MOVED that the meeting adjourn. Motion seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried unanimously. ATTEST: ~tJa?V ~~ City Clerk l)a~ r~~ Mayor Turner --- 5. 7-27-64 ~ ~ MINUTES ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL JULY 30, 1964 Pursuant to Resolution No. 3370, members of the City Council met in the Conference Room of the City Hall on July 30, 1964 at 7:30 P.M. I PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Balser, Considine, Forman, Reibold, Turner None OTHERS PRESENT: City Manager Schone, City Engineer Lortz, City Attorney Nicklin Discussion held on the proposed Hotel-Motel tax. If and when Council so dictates a public hearing will be scheduled. A letter will go forward to hotel-motel owners with a copy of the proposed ordinance. A tentative date of November 1, 1964 was given considerat~on. Discussion on proposed alignment of the Foothill Freeway which would go through the cities of Duarte and Bradbury. The Director of Public Works had a written report. The consensus was that the City should take no stand one way or another. , Discussion also held on the Revised Supplemental agreement of the Foothill Freeway through Arcadia. 'This matter will come before Council on August 4, 1964. Brief discussion held on pound charges. Arcadia Avenue extension discussed. The matter will appear before Council on August 4, 1964. Consideration given to purchasing one parcel at $35,750.00 at 1103 La Cadena which will materially help in the eventual extension from Baldwin Avenue to La Cadena. It was felt that an entire meeting should be held on Data Processing and one on the possible communication report submitted by the City Manager some time ago. I It was the consensus of the City Council that the Procedural Manual should take precedence. The City Attorney will have it ready for Council consideration at the next study session - August 27, 1964. The meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M. i2I1/~~ ~j "7J1~~ City Clerk 7-30-64