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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNOVEMBER 7,1962 I INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES (10-16-62) HEARING (Strangio Approved) F:947 HEARING (Motel 6) F:935 I 15:5811 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA NOVEMBER 7, 1962 The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., November 7, 1962. The Invocation was offered by the City Clerk, Christine Van Maanen, Mayor Butterworth led in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. PRESENT: ABSENT : Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth None MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried unanimously that the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of October 16,1962 be approved as submitted in writing, The hearing on the subject matter having been closed at the Council Meeting of October 16,1962 and final action continued to this meeting to await. one report not available at said meeting, and there being no further discussion on the matter, Councilman Phillips MOVED that the Council accept the recommendation of the City Manager and approve the application of Dominic F, Strangio, 521 South Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia, for a business permit to allow the operation of billiard and snooker tables at 21 Morlan Place (Arcadia Bowling Courts) this being a change of equipment ownership only. Councilman Balser seconded the motion which was carried unanimously. On the basis of a new plot plan (C) submitted by applicants Paul A. Greene and Wm, W, Becker for a zone variance to permit the construction and operation of a motel at 225 Colorado Place, indicating a reduction to 86 in the total number of room units from the 122 originally proposed by the applicants and considered by the Planning Comm~ssion and the Council, the matter was resubmitted to the Planning Commission for advisory comments and to the Staff for its recommendation, and a public hearing set and notice only given for this meeting for the purpose of considering the application, the revised plans, comments of the Planning Commission, the recommendation of the Staff and any further evidence from the public, Mayor Butterworth declared the hearing open on the new application and stated that the Council would first hear from those in favor of the subject zone variance, Upon the City Clerk advising of the receipt of a communication dated ,October 27, 1962 from the Santa Anita Church of Religious Science, regard- ing possible purchase of the subject property for parking purposes, Mayor Butterworth ordered the communication made a part of the record, adding that the Council had copies of said communication. Mr. Arthur A, Henzell, attorney for the applicants, addressed the Council, stating in part that the matter had been before the Council on October 16,1962 and that inasmuch as the basic objection to the proposed motel seemed to be that of density, the new plan C has reduced the number of units approximately 30%; that the Planning Commission recommends that the zone variance be approved subject to certain conditions; that there will .be.additional landscaping and fewer parking spaces; no restaurant or bar on the premises; that at the original presentation before the Planning Commission the vote had been three to two in favor of Plan B and upon the 1. 11-7-62 15:5812 submission of Plan C the Planning Commission had voted five to one in favor of the zone variance; That in the opinion of his clients, there seems to be no question but that the subject site is the logical location for a motel with similar structures adjacent and nearby; that all conditions proposed by the Planning Commission will be complied with. He also mentioned the fact that because of the zone variance the City will have more control over their proposed construction than over the adjacent motels and hotels in C-2 zone with regard to density. In answer to questions, Mr, Henzell also advised that each unit will have approximately 1000 square feet and described the proposed furnish- ings, He added that he did not think the communication from the Santa 1 Anita Church of Religious Science, wherein said church advised that it desired to purchase the subject property, should have any bearing on Council's determination in the subject matter. That his clients' agree- ment with the owner of the subject property had been made prior to the Church's offer. No one else desiring to speak in favor of the requested zone variance, and upon Mayor Butterworth's declaration that the Council would now hear those in opposition, the following persons addressed the Council, stating in part: Mr. Walter C. Muller, owner of the Westerner Hotel: That the new plan has only a minimum of standards; that the $6,00 charge per room, which can sleep four people, will not tend to draw attractive people to Arcadia; could cause a problem with the emergency hospital and the Police and Fire Departments; would lower adjoining property values. That it had originally been stated that the site was 2~ acres but that investigation has shown that the site is less than 2 acres, which would offset the density figures given for the larger area, He also commented that the proposed construction was not the garden type of motel desired in the City and would have considerably more units per acre than other motels and hotels in the area, which would result in an increase in density of the area, Mayor Butterworth commented that from personal investigation of the Flamingo Hotel he had found that it had rooms 12' x 15' exclusive of service area at a charge of $8.00; that such rooms have two double beds which could sleep four persons, The fire zones of the proposed construction and other motels and hotels in the area were discussed, Mr. Gerald J, Murphy, owner of the Santa Anita Frontier Hotel: He also touched upon the deviation in the site of the proposed construction, and stated that he thought the matter should again be referred to the Planning Commission, inasmuch as since there had been a question of density raised when it was thought the site was 2~ acres, and was approved on that assumption, perhaps there might be a change of opinion when the actual size of the property was set forth; that the applicants must have known that the site was not as large as was assumed by both the Planning Commission and the Council. In answer to Mayor Butterworth, the Planning Director set forth the size of the properties of the motels in the general area, including the subject Motel 6 in relation to density, He added that there had been a discrepancy in the subject site size but that an aerial photograph of the area had since been taken. He displayed such map, I. Mr. Hal Wentworth, Manager of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce: That the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors are opposed to the proposed use of the land, He sited the average for all motels in Arcadia of sites per acre. That it has been the Council's desire to upgrade apartment house requirements in the City and this should be reflected with regard to motels as well; that the subject motel, the size of the units, etc, would not be compatible with the high quality the City is striving for. 2, 11-7-62 15:5813 He mentioned the communication from the Church, and that the Council should determine what is the highest and best use of the property. Mr. Henzell again addressed the Council in rebuttal, and stated in part that the desire of the Church to develop the subject property should not be ~onsidered as testimony in this instance, He reiterated some of the favorable aspects of the proposed construction, and refuted the statement that the lower'charge for rooms would draw unattractive people, He pointed to his clients' operation in Santa Barbara which drew persons of means who could easily afford paying more for lodging but felt they were receiving adequate return for their money, I No one else desiring to be heard, Councilman Turner MOVED that the hear- ing be closed. Councilman Reibold seconded the motion which was carried unanimously. Considerable discussion ensued regarding the fire zone applicable to the subject proposed structure' and that of similar structures in the area and the density factor as it pertains to fire zones, There was also discussion regarding the economic factors of the subject matter and the Council's attitude on this matter, and the type of usage preferred in the area, the applicants' proven knowledge of motel management, etc. Councilman Phillips then MOVED that the Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission as reflected in its communication of October 31, 1962 and approve the zone variance request of Paul A, Greene and Wm. W. Becker to permit the construction and operation of a motel at: 225 Colorado Place of 86 units, subject to the following conditions: 1, The variance not to be operative until complete plot plans, building plans and elevations have been submitted to and approved by the Planning Commission, which shall be within one year from the date of tentative approval of the project by the City Council, Site work shall not be done until a building permit for the erection of the motel has been issued. Such building permit shall not be issued until.the plans have been approved by all interested City, County and State Departments. 2. That grading and drainage plans be submitted and approved by the Department of Public Works prior to the issuance of a building permit. 3, That water services shall meet with the standards set up in the Uniform Plumbing Code. 4, That all parking lot illumination and building illumination shall be scheduled and directed away from the adjoining properties and shall meet with the approval of the Department of Public Works, I 5, The Planning Commission may grant minor modifications, without further public hearings or notice thereof, of the conditions set out above to the extent necessary to accomplish the purpose of this variance, 6, Install and construct curb, gutter, street lights and sidewalks to the specifications and standards to meet the approval of the Department of Public Works and the State Division of Highways, 7, Relocate the sewer line and grant necessary easements to the approval of the Department of Public Works, 8. Final plans and working drawings shall be in substantial compliance with Plan C, Councilman Balser seconded the motion. Mayor Butterworth observed in substance that inasmuch as the application as now presented is substantially different than originally presented; that the applicants have shown good faith in reducing the density; that the Council cannot enter into the economic phase of the matter, nor the 3, 11-7-62 TRACT NO. 22838 (Tentative - Approved) F: 948 15:5814 type of fu,nishings of the rooms so long as they do not interfere with the health or safety factor, that he had no substantial objection to granting the requested variance, The following roll call was then taken of the above motion: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Butterworth NOES: Councilmen Reibo1d, Turner ABSENT: None The City Attorney stated that the resolution on the subject matter would be presented to the Council at the next Council Meeting, I Action deferred at Council meeting of October 16,1962 to enable attorney representing residents of Los Altos Avenue opposed to the street being opened to Florence Avenue to prepare his case, At said meeting the Planning Director had displayed maps of the proposed subdivision, spoke to the matter and advised that the Planning Commission recommended approval subject to conditions (all set forth in Council minutes of October 16,1962), Mr, Fred Kennedy, 1104 South Baldwin Avenue (attorney representing residents of Los Altos Avenue) addressed the Council and at length pointed out the advantages of the street remaining a cu1 de sac, in substance that property values would be adversely affected by the street being cut through; that the proposed new subdivision was not in keeping with the properties presently on the street due to the smaller size lots, etc.; that a subdivision recently denied by the Council had been better planned and did not contemplate the cutting through of the street, etc, The petition of 17 property owners on Los Altos Avenue, opposing the extending of said street because of the creation of hazards for children, etc, was mentioned and Mr, Kennedy requested that the portion of said petition pertaining to children be deleted from the record, which Mayor Butterworth ordered done. Discussion ensued and comments were made by the Council, in part, to wit: That a dead end street benefited only the residents in that the public did not use such street but the residents did use other streets; that serious consideration should be given by the Council as to its concept of cu1 de sac streets; that the desires of residents of such streets should be respected, Upon being requested to give the Fire Department's attitude toward cu1 de sac streets, Fire Chief Way explained in substance that movement of apparatus is restricted; that such streets create a traffic problem; that the water mains do not have the same water flow as on through streets, tending to become more stagnant, etc. The City Manager commented that traffic on dead end streets is in effect doubled inasmuch as deliverers and guests must make round trips which are not necessary on streets having both ingress and egress, I The conditions of the recommendation of approval by the Planning Commission were also discussed, particularly numbers 2 and 6, said conditions being as follows: 1, The excess land at 2434 Florence Avenue shall be disposed of to the adjacent property owners so as not to become separate parcels. 2. The balance of street right of way opposite lots 1 and 2 should be acquired and improved with the development of this tract, 3, All structures and buildings within or across the tract boundary and the structure shown on lot 2 shall be removed or relocated comply- ing to all City Ordinances, Codes and regulations, and be done to the satisfaction of the Department of Public Works. 4. 11- 7-62 15:5815 4, Authorize the Subdivider to establish a trust in accordance with Resolution No. 2512 on the property at 518 Palm Drive, 5, Fees and deposits required: Street lights Street sigrts $460,00 70.00 Street trees Recreation fee $204,00 200.00 Total $934.00 I 6, That the City Council initiate appropriate proceedings to acquire and improve the portion of the property at 505 Los Altos Avenue, 7. Provide 60 foot right of way for Los Altos Avenue. 8. Remove all trees from the street right of way, 9. Provide all easements required for rear line utilities, 10, Install all standard street improvements required by the subdivision ordinance, Improvements, grades and drainage shall be to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works, Councilman Balser then MOVED that the Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Commission and that tentative map of Tract No. 22838 be approved subject to the conditions outlined in Planning Commission's recommendation of October 10, 1962. Councilman Turner stated that he would second the motion with the deletion of item 6; that he did not want to see the City become a part and parcel of a private enterprise deal, He explained his statement to mean that in his opinion it leaves the subdivider as the person responsible for acquiring the property and alleviates the City entering into condemnation proceedings to make the property available for subdivision purposes. Further extensive discussion ensued, The subdivider advised that in his discussion with the Director of Public Works it had been agreed that the street could be shifted to the south, thus making it unnecessary to condemn. The City Manager stated in part that there would be a problem in aligning the street without the acquisition of the triangle on the north side at the east end of the subdivision; that the Council has on four or five occasions taken similar action; that in his opinion it would not be as good a subdivision without the acquisition of the triangle; that not being able to initiate action at the Council level would place the subdivider in an almost untenable position in the acquisition of property, It was stated by Mayor Butterworth that if the subdivider finds himself in a position where completely unreasonable demands are made he could report the situation to the Council and condemnation proceedings could then be put into effect, I Councilman Turner reiterated his viewpoint that he did not believe at this point in time the Council wants to become a part of land condemnation in order to make a subdivision possible. Councilman Reibold stated in part that in his opinion the fundamental issue is whether the Council wants to use the power of condemnation to acquire land which a subdivider cannot acquire under the free enterprise system; that the Council should not intervene in this matter; that the fact that the Council has instituted such proceedings four or five times in. the past does not make it right at this time, To which Mayor Butterworth replied that the Council does not contemplate condemning for private purposes but for street purposes; that the present situation is one where a subdivision may fall or rise on whether the parcel is acquired, 5. 11-7-62 ZONE VARIANCE (Bensen) F:929 TRACT NO. 21997 (Final) F:921 15:5816 The subdivider interpolated that he had tried to acquire the property but the owner's demands, in his opinion, had been unreasonable, Hr, Kennedy spoke again, stating in part that he hoped the Council was not considering merely a through street but whether the subject plan is good, that he did not think so, Mrs. George H, Mason, 505 Los Altos Avenue, addressed the Council, and stated in part that there are five people who have lots and are willing to go along with the subdivision, not counting the property owners on - Florence Avenue; that there are quite a number who are not interested and two who will be very much affected; that according to the subject plan I these two were the ones who would have to bear the brunt of the purchase of the property on Florence Avenue for approximately $20,000; that it would cost them $7,000 or $8,000 for their share of constructing the street in front of their property, which she considered unfair. Councilman Balser stated that he had made a motion and would like to leave it as it had been made, subject to all the conditions outlined by the Planning Commission. Councilman Phillips then seconded Councilman Balser's motion, Councilman Turner MOVED that said motion be amended to exclude the recommendation under item 6 of the Planning Commission recommendation. This motion died for lack of a second. The following roll call was then taken on Councilman Balser's motion to approve the tentative map subject to conditions as outlined; AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Butterworth NOES: Councilmen Reibold, Turner ABSENT: None Planning Commission-Resolution No, 462 recommending denial of the application for a zone variance to permit a second single family dwelling on the lot at 315 Le Roy Avenue. An appeal from said decision of the Planning Commission having been duly filed by applicant and said matter requiring a public hearing, Councilman Phillips MOVED that the hearing be scheduled for November 20, 1962. Motion seconded by Councilman Balser and carried unanimously. Located on the east side of Fourth Avenue, approximately 246 feet north of Camino Real, an area of approximately 2~ acres to be divided into six single-family lots, MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried unanimously, with the exception of Councilman Phillips who abstained due to the abutment of the subdivision to his property, that the Council accept and approve final map of Tract No, 21997, subject to the following I conditions: 1. Remove all trees from the street right of way, 2, Install all standard street improvements required by the subdivision ordinance. Improvements, grading, grades and drainage shall be to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works. 3. Provide all necessary rear line overhead utility easements. 4. Dedicate 15 ft. corner cutoff at Fourth Avenue. 5. Remove all structures within and/or across the tract boundary, The work shall be done in compliance with the Uniform Building Code. 6. 11-7-62 I I TRACT NO. 22199 (Final) F:906 15:5817 6. The following fees will be required: Street tree installations Street light installations Street name sign installations Six lots recreation fee at $25.00 $110.50 230,00 70.00 150,00 $560,50 7. A covenant in form approved by the City Attorney shall be recorded agreeing that for the purposes of Article IX of the Arcadia Municipal Code the exterior boundary of said tract shall constitute the rear lot line of lots 4 and 5. 8. Authorize the subdivider to establish a trust in accordance with City Council Resolution No. 2512 for a distance of 75 feet from the west line of lot 6 in the amount of $2,840,32, That the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and to affix thereto the Corporate Seal of the City of Arcadia and to certify to the adoption and passage of a Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No, 21997 pursuant to Section 9114 of the Arcadia Municipal Code. Located on the east side of First Avenue about 884 feet north of Camino Real opposite the Dana School, consisting of two properties known as 1406 and 1332 South First Avenue, containing 1.8 acres divided into 8 single family lots, MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried unanimously that the Council accept and approve final map of Tract No. 22199, subject to the following conditions as set forth in letter from the Planning Commission dated October 31, 1962: 1, Remove all buildings and structures with the tract boundary, or, if any are to remain, they shall comply with all building code and yard requirements in all. respects. All building removals and relocations shall be complete prior to the signing of the final map. 2, Remove all trees from the street right of way, 3, Provide all necessary rear line utility easements. 4. Install all standard street improvements required by the subdivision ordinance. Improvements, grading, grades and drainage shall be to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works, Minimum grade of 0.4% will be required. 5. Pay the following fees: Installation of street trees Installation of street name signs Installation of steel street light poles 8 lots recreation fee @ $25.00 $ 76,50 70.00 230.00 200.00 $576,50 Total 6. A covenant in form approved by the City Attorney shall be recorded agreeing that for the purposes of Article IX of the Arcadia Municipal Code the exterior boundary line of said tract shall constitute the rear lot lines of lots 3 to 6 inclusive. That the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and to affix thereto the Corporate Seal of the City of Arcadia and to certify 7, 11-7-62 TRACT NO. 27403 (Final) F:915 SUPPLEMENTAL WATER SUPPLY REPORT F:485 15:5818 to the adoption and passage of a Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 22199 pursuant to Section 9114 of the Arcadia Municipal Code, Located on Santa Anita Terrace west of Santa Anita Avenue and contains 8 lots. MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried unanimously that the Council accept and approve final map of Tract No. 27403, subject to the following conditions as set forth in letter from the Planning Commission dated October 31, 1962: 1. Provide all necessary rear line overhead utility easements, I 2. Install all standard street improvements required by the subdivision ordinance, Improvements, grading, grades and drainage shall be to the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works. Minimum grade of 0.47- will be required. The structure across the channel shall be constructed full street right of way widths. 3. Remove all trees from the street right of way, 4. Relocate the garage from lot 8 to serve the dwelling at 123 W, Camino Real. 5, All structures within tract boundary shall be removed or remodeled to meet Municipal Code requirements. 6, Pay the following fees: Street tree installation Street light installation 8 lots recreation fee $25,00 $153,00 230.00 200.00 $583.00 Total 7. Upon completion of improvements to the approval of the Director of Public Works, the City shall pay to the developer the deposit for bridge construction under Tract No, 25803 (westerly of this tract). 8, The City shall dedicate lot 17, Tract No, 25803 and lot 11, Tract No. 21215 for street purposes. 9. Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to sign the title sheet of the final map as an owner. (This is required to provide street right of way across the drainage channel), That the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and to affix thereto the Corporate Seal of the City of Arcadia and to certify to the adoption and passage of a Minute Order at such time as there I shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia a good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No, 27403 pursuant to Section 9114 of the Arcadia Municipal Code. The City Manager called the attention of the Council to the Final Report on a supplemental water supply for Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District dated October 16, 1962, prepared by Stetson, Strauss & Dresselhaus, which had been submitted to the Council, particularly with reference to pages 9 and 10, and to the recommendation of the Water Board and the resolution urging the Board of Directors of the Upper San Gabriel Municipal Water District to seek annexation to the Metropolitan Water District as soon as possible. The City Manager outlined the other recommendations of the Board of Directors, i,e, that the Council adopt a policy of making payment, etc. and lengthy discussion ensued regarding the various recommendations, 8. 11-7-62 I I RECESS BID AWARD (Tractor- Shovel) F:949 15:5819 The Council commended the Water Board, Councilman Reibold and the City Manager on the many hours of work spent on the matter and added that they were willing to rely on them for advice; however, that an adoption of policy as to how funds are to be raised should be given further study, It was decided that a study session would be held on November 29, 1962 for this purpose. Councilman Reibold explained the cost structure by way of a tax rate and added that a decision should be made shortly. It was suggested that since an election will probably be held in February, decision should be arrived at by the 1st of January, Councilman Turner then MOVED that the Council approve the recommendations submitted in the Stetson Engineering Report on a supplemental water supply with the exclusion of paragraph 2 which is to be submitted for a study session on November 29, 1962. Councilman Balser seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None The City Attorney thereupon presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No, 3530, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF UPPER SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT TO TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION TO CARRY OUT THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED IN THE FINAL STETSON ENGINEERING REPORT ON A SUPPLEMENTAL WATER SUPPLY." MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Resolution No, 3530 be waived: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None Councilman Turner further MOVED that Resolution No. 3530 be adopted. .Motion seconde~ by Councilman Phillips and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None Mayor Butterworth declared a recess at 10:10 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 10:15 P.M. Following bids received October 17, 1962 for the purchase of a It cubic yard capacity tractor-shovel for the Department of Public Works anda l~ cubic yard capacity tractor-shovel for the Water Department, with a 1955 Hough tractor-shovel to be accepted as a trade in, the lowest bid being made by Warnock-Bancroft Equipment Co. in the amount of $23,223,13: Warnock-Bancroft Equipment Co. Crook Company Pettibone Wood Branch Shaw Sales & Service Co, Brown Bevis Industrial Equipment Co. L. F. Freeborn Co. Shepherd Machinery Co, $23,223.13 24,630.32 26,137,60 26,652,30 28,450.00 28,612,26 29,716.80 (Quotations are f.o.b, Arcadia, include all applicable taxes, and the trade in allowance for the Hough,) Councilman Phillips MOVED that the Council accept the recommendation of the City Manager, the Director of Public Works, the Water Superintendent and th~ Purchasing Officer; that a contract for the tractor-shovels as 9, 11-7-62 STOP SIGNS (Intersection Encino Ave, & Camino Grove) RESOLUTION NO. 3529 (T :ss) ORDINANCE NO. 1193 (Wilderness Park.- Introduced) F:127-f 15:5820 stated above be awarded to Warnock-Bancroft Equipment Co. in the amount of $23,223.13; that all other bids be rejected; that any irregularities or informalities in the bids or bidding process be waived, and the contract executed on behalf of the City for the performance of the contract and in the amount specified, in form approved by the City Attorney. Councilman Balser seconded the motion, which was carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None Councilman Reibold MOVED that the Council approve the placing and maintaining of a stop sign at the intersection of Encino Avenue and Camino Grove Avenue, Councilman Phillips seconded the motion which was carried unanimously. I The City Attorney thereupon presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No, 3529, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE INTERSECTION OF ENCINO AVENUE AND CAMINO GROVE AVENUE AS A STOP INTERSECTION AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAINING OF A STOP SIGN THEREAT." MOTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 3529 be waived: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None Councilman Reibold further ~ that Resolution No, 3529 be adopted, Motion seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None After discussion regarding a proposed ordinance prohibiting the use of motorized go-carts, motor scooters, motor bikes and motorcycles in Wilderness Park, and the Council indicating its acceptance of the recommendation of the passage of such an ordinance to reduce fire hazards in the park and the Angeles Forest, the City Attorney presented: explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No, 1192, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING TO PART 2 OF CHAPTER 4 OF ARTICLE IV OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE A NEW SECTION 4421 ENTITLED 'MOTORIZED DEVICES PROHIBITED' ," MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of I Ordinance No. 1193 be waived: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None Councilman Phillips further MOVED that Ordinance No, 1193 be introduced. Councilma~ Reibold seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None 10. 11-7-62 I I RESOLUTION NO. 3528 A:IC TRACT NO. 26938 (Final) F:862 COMPLETION OF WORK (Martin lie Weisz) F:918 COMPLETION OF WORK (1962-63 Resurfacing Major City Streets Job No, 267) F:930 BANNERS (Arcadia Elks) A:PR 15:5821 The City Manager advised that the general membership of the Independent Cities of Los Angeles County at its meeting of September 28, 1962 adopted a resolution regarding County charges for police protection; that at his request the City Attorney has prepared a resolution supporting the position of the Independent Cities and that it is his recommendation that such resolution be adopted. The Council indicating'its determination to accept the recommendation of the City Manager, the City Attorney presented, explained the oontent and read the title of Resolution No, 3528, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, COMMENDING THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ON ITS FACTUAL STAND REGARDING THE COSTS OF CONTRACTUAL POLICE SERVICES AND URGING THEM TO CONSIDER AN EQUITABLE APPLICATION OF TAX CREDITS." MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 3528 be waived: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None Councilman Balser further MOVED that Resolution No, 3528 be adopted, Motion seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried unanimously that the recommendation of the City Manager, the Director of Public Works and the Water Superintendent be approved and that the City accept the improvements in Tract No. 26938 for maintenance and the surety bond deposited by the subdivider be released, MOTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Council approve the recommendation of the City Manager and the Director of Public Works and accept the work of Martin and Weisz, contractors, for the improvement of Duarte Road and Campus Drive, and authorize payment to be made in accordance with the contract with said firm for the above specified work; and the bond released after the expiration of the required 35 days: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Council approve the recommendation of the City Manager and the Director of Public Works and accept the work of Warren Southwest, Inc., contractors, for the resurfacing program of major City Streets under the 1962-63 Gas Tax Project, and authorize payment to be made in accordance with the contract with said firm for the above specified work; and the bond released after the expiration of the required 35 days: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth NOES: None ABSENT: None MOTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried unanimously that the Council grant the request of the Arcadia Elk's Lodge No, 2025 to display a banner from November 10 to 19, 1962, advertising the Elk's Annual Charity BaIlon November 17, 1962, 11, 11-7-62 15:5822 AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION R. Moore, a student, residing at 2300 Sewanee Lane, addressed the Council, inquiring as to the proposed ordinance regarding motorcycles in Wilderness Park. He was advised that said ordinance had been introduced earlier in the evening. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS F :928 Mayor Butterworth thanked the City Clerk on behalf of the Council for her advice regarding the results to date of proposition W on the November 6, 1962 ballot. The City Clerk commented that as yet the votes cast were not all tabulated; that the County Registrar of Voters will certify as to that. The City Attorney stated that Ordinance No. 1188 will not become effective until ten days after the date that the vote is declared by the legislative body of the City of Arcadia. F:301 Mayor Butterworth distributed to the Council, the City Manager and the Cit Clerk copies of the City's financial statements as at June 30, 1962 prepare by the Certified Public Accountants Lybrand, Ross Bros. & Montgomery. Upon the recommendation of Mayor Butterworth Councilman Reibold MOVED that Mayor Butterworth and Councilman Turner be appointed to serve as a Standing Co~ittee on a proposed auditorium for the City. F:820 Mayor Butterworth requested the City Manager to contact the City of Glendale regarding its auditorium, and the City Clerk to convey to Dr. Robert L. Boyd, President of the Arcadia School Board the information regarding the committee. Mayor Butterworth requested that as many of the Council as possible be present at the Veterans' Day ceremony to be held at the Arcadia City Hall on November 12, 1962 at 10:00 A.M. to be conducted by the Arcadia Legion Post. F:935 Councilman Turner suggested that the Fire Chief and the Building Department take into consideration and study the factor that the Council approved C-2 usage in the Motel 6 matter and to see to it that the fire hazard is taken care of in accordance with C-2 requirements. Mayor Butterworth stated that he thought the suggestion well taken and suggested a brief report on the matter. He added that the overall problem of the zones and the safety factor is not entirely clear. The City Attorney explained that a motel two stories high'comes under the State Housing Act and there are certain safeguards that they must comply with. That there are density factors in the Building Code that impose certain regulations. F:833 Councilman Turner spoke at length regarding a booklet called "LIVE" published by the Stanford Research Institute on civil defense; that in his opinion this is the only attempt of any area to tell the people what their dangers are and where they lie with regard to the potential private areas that the enemy would be aiming at. That in his opinion immediate action should be taken with regard to civil defense as it applies to the residents of Arcadia. That he would like the Council to authorize the Director of Civil'Defen~e and the Civil Defense Board to acquire outside help, if necessary; to prepare such studies so that the people of Arcadia will have a plan. " I Mayor Butterworth suggested that the Stanford Research Institute might be contacted; that he agreed with Councilman Turner. Whereupon Councilman Turner MOVED that the City Manager in the dual capacity of Civil Defense Director check into the best source of manpower for the development of the program and to report back to the Council at the next meeting as to his recommendation of how this study can be accomplished and the plan outline for the citizens of Arcadia to follow. 12. 11-7-62 F:899 I I 15:5823 Mayor Butterworth added that with regard to the Manager's report that this be presented as soon after the next meeting as possible in the event he was u~able to obtain the information by the next meeting, Councilman Phillips seconded the motion which was carried unanimously, The Planning Director advised that the Planning Commission extends an invitation to the Council to attend a meeting on December 11, 1962 to hear the presentation of the downtown plan to be made by Wilsey, Ham & Blair. The Planning Director advised that the Subdivision Committee of the Planning Commission has set a study session to consider the matter of cul de sac streets as a design technique in the use of subdivisions in the City; that it will make certain recommendations to the Planning Commission at its meeting of November 13,1962; that he had been instructed by the Planning Commission and.had sent letters to all the developers and engineers in this area that have filed tentative maps with the City for the past five years so they will have an opportunity to discuss the problem in detail. Discussion was held on the Planning Director's request for th~ Council's expression regarding apartment house construction in the City to be referred to the Planning Commission, to wit, whether or not conditions of apartment construction in the City are severe enough to place a moratorium on construction or whether or not to wait until more specific information is available. Mayor Butterworth stated that he did not think the Council has the lawful authority to do that, but that even if it had he personally would be completely opposed. Councilman Turner stated in substance that if ever there was a time when this should have been done it should have been when the Council was consider- ing increasing. the necessary au~omobile parking spaces; ~~at a~ that time there was a large increase in apartment house plans; that he would not be in favor of trying to control any situation at this time; that in his opinion, if the Council intends to make a move it should be done and take effect when- ever it is enacted, Councilman Reibold stated in part that in his opinion great care should be exercised regarding newspaper publicity of a possible moratorium; that basically this is a Council policy decision and even something not based on very good information can have an impact on values and is dangerous. The City Attorney advised that Section 65806 of the Government Code specifically authorizes the adoption of an emergency measure at any time that the Planning Commission in good faith is in the process of, or is about to undertake a study relative to any change of the zoning ordinance, That the Council should consider the adoption of an emergency measure at the time it introduces an ordinance that will effect a change of the zoning ordinance, To Mayor Butterworth's query that he was of the impression that when the Planning Director mentioned a freeze on apartments it was for an indefinite period, the Planning Director replied that the period of moratorium had been thought to be between 90 and 120 days, which would be sufficient time for the Planning Commission and for the Technical Review Committee, recently appointed, to report their findings, which might induce the Council to consider changes in the ordinance governing the construction of apartments in the City. Councilman Balser stated that he did not believe a freeze is advisable, Councilman Phillips stated in part that he did not think 90 or 120 days moratorium would serve any purpose; that if the standards of apartment houses are to be raised they must be faced realistically, a study made and the Council ready to start hearings on the matter, 13, 11-7-62 .'.' r;. ~! r~' .' 1~.T.t".,_ L .' 15:5824 .'('J p, J Mayor Butterworth then requested the Planning Director to submit to the Council a brief report as to his recommendations, if he thought , , the Gouncil should take '~ction, _. : ftDJ.opRNMBNT At 11: 00 .P ;M. Mayor Butterworth declared the<meet1ng adjourned. , .,....!:........J e :. tc Or) .,u;J::fd: 0 ~ -., ~.~.w . Mayor Butterworth ,::, i,' ;l~qj ":":':0d . ' ~.~...(" nJ r ~, . "'h"', ~a-n~ . ,......"t!".....~... ..:II~~ ~ ~ 'r" ,'h4!l-t:.."tt "'1. I Ii r [, .' :::~ ~ Cll. "'''' . ,. , , .' ....,- J:' '-:n~ .i. I.')' -'. t ,..., ''t.. ~-( 1)\ '.t. ! 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