HomeMy WebLinkAboutJUNE 18,1963
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PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF
MINUTES
(6-4-63)
ZONE VARIANCE
(Curci )
(F: 983)
ZONE VARIANCE
(Williams)
(F :984)
FORMER LIBRARY
SITE
(Heiss - Plans
& Specifi-
Ications)
(F: 703)
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M I NUT E S
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 18, 1963
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., June 18, 1963.
The Invocation was offered by Rev. J. Wm. Daum, Pastor of the Episcopal
Church of the Transfiguration.
Mayor Pro Tempore Reibold led in the pledge of allegiance to the Flag.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Balser, Turner, Reibold
Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Turner and carried
unanimously that the minutes of the regular meeting of June 4, 1963 as
submitted in writing be approved.
Mayor Pro Tempore Reibold declared that since no action can be taken
until time for appeal elapses the zone variance request of Helen C. Curci
to permit the construction of six additional. dwelling units behind an
existing house on real property located at 250 Oakhurst Lane (Planning
Commission Resolution No. 477 recommending denial) will be held over
until the appeal period has passed and will appear on agenda for the
regular Council meeting of July 2, 1963.
Mqyor Pro Tempore Reibold declared that since no action can be taken
until time for appeal elapses the zone variance request of Robert F.
and Patricia L. Williams to permit the construction of a 25 foot wide
curb cut on Live Oak Avenue to allow vehicular access to a proposed
parking area intended to serve a proposed restaurant upon property known
as 325 East Live Oak Avenue (Planning Commission Resolution No. 478
recommending approval) will be held over until the appeal period has
passed and will appear on agenda for the regular Council meeting of
July 2, 1963.
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The City Manager read a report dated June 7, 1963 recommending the
approval and acceptance of preliminary plans and specifications suo~~tted
by Mr. and Mrs. Edward A. Heiss on June 6,1963 for their Arcadia Town
Center project to be located at the southwest corner of First Avenue and
Wheeler Street (former library site).
Said report stated in substance that the terms of the lease agreement
and purchase option between the City and Mr. and Mrs. Heiss have been
complied with to date; that the extent of the deficiency in parking
cannot be determined at this time, the calculations being available only
at the time of submission of final plans.
The report outlined in substance the proposed structures, to wit: xhe
main structure to be an eight story building, the ground floor provid-
ing for small shops, lobby, coffee shop, etc., floors from the second
to sixth proposed for offices, the seventh floor proposed for banquet
or ballrooms and the eighth floor for a restaurant and cocktail lounge;
the building to contain two passenger and one freight elevators. That
there is proposed a Junior Department Store in a two story structure ,and
a one story structure for small shops.
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HEALTH
SERVICES
AGREEMENT
~F:476)
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15:6025
The City Manager commented that as set forth in the Option Agreement the
City is required to take several steps within 30 days after the approval
of the plans and specifications, such as the waiver of height limitation,
etc.; however, that in view of the height zone study presently before the
Planning Commission which could be implemented insofar as the subject area
is concerned this type of variance might be unnecessary.
Councilman Balser stated that he was very well pleased with the plans as
presented and that he MOVED that the Council accept the recommendation of
the City Manager and accept and approve the preliminary plans and specifi-
cations as submitted by Edward A. and Lillian C. Heiss for their Arcadia
Town Center Project located at the southwest corner of First Avenue and
Wheeler Street. I
Councilman Turner seconded the motion, adding that he was concerned with
the elevator feature of the plans, more from a convenience and accessibi1i
standpoint. He explained that in his opinion the proposed two passenger
and one freight elevators might prove inadequate on those occasions when
both the banquet room and dining facilities were used to full capacity;
that perhaps this inadequacy could be alleviated by having the proposed
freight elevator of the convertible type usable for either passenger or
freight. He mentioned that. of course, he was aware of the provision for
a stairway which could also be used under certain circumstances for prompt
vacation of the building.
In the discussion that followed, Mr. Heiss addressed the Council, present-
ing Mrs. Heiss to the Council and Messrs. Paul V. Doleshal and Kenneth B.
Campion, realtors who would handle the leasing of the property.
Mr. Heiss commented on the speed and passenger capacity of the proposed
elevators, stating in part that he thought Councilman Turner's suggestions
well taken and that he would convey them to his architect for study and,
if need be, to make such arrangements as would meet Council's approval.
That it was anticipated that the facilities would be used by City
organizations and others in the area and that during any heavy operation
of the banquet room and the dining facilities there would probably be
elevator operators to insure relatively fast service of the proposed
elevators which would be Otis high speed elevators of good quality.
The City Manager mentioned that with some minor changes easy access could
be provided to the freight elevator for its use as a passenger elevator
if necessary.
The City Manager also advised of receipt of a communication from the Arcadia
Business Association expressing interest in the project and offering full
cooperation and encouragement to Mr. and Mrs. Heiss.
The motion to accept and approve the preliminary plans and specifications
as submitted was then carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Turner, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
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MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on
roll call vote as follows that the Council accept the recommendation of
the City Manager and approve the revised Health Services Agreement between
the City of Arcadia and the County of Los Angeles for health services,
the revisions incorporated in the new agreement to provide (1) That cities
may request rodent control services directly from the County Health
Officer; (2) That a City at its option may request the County Health
Officer to enforce the State law relating to the sanitation, maintenance
and occupancy of mobile homes and mobile home parks (Arcadia does not use
this service); (3) That cities no longer be required to pay the County
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1 TRAFFIC
SIGNALS
RESERVE
ACCOUNT
TRANSFER
ALL NIGHT
PARKING
1
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a minimum of $1.00 per month whether or not the City requested services
for that month; and (4) That the agreement be effective until specific
action is taken by either the County or the City to terminate the agree-
ment; and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the
agreement on behalf of the City upon appr~va1 as to form by the City
Attorney:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Turner. Reibo1d
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Turner and carried
unanimously that the Council accept the recommendation of the City
Manager and the Director of Public Works and approve the plans and
specifications as submitted for the installation of traffic signals at the
following intersections:
Santa Anita and Santa Clara - Santa Clara and Huntington Drive,
Live Oak Avenue at Greenfield Avenue and Myrtus Avenue,
Santa Anita and Virginia Drive,
and that the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids for such
installations upon receipt of approval of the plans from the State
Division of Highways.
The City Manager mentioned that all gas tax fu~ds have been budgeted
and are available; that it will be necessary to appropriate funds for
Santa Anita Avenue and Virginia Drive at the time of award of contract.
MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the Council accept the recommendation
of the City Manager and the City Controller and authorize the transfer
of $236,767.34 from Unappropriated Surplus Account No. 290 in the General
Fund to Reserve for Capital Projects Account No. 285, said amount represent-
ing the net receipts received from the Los Angeles Turf Club for admission
taxes for the 1962-63 season and being an increase of 10.6% from the net
amount received the previous year:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Turner, Reibo1d
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
Discussion was held regarding the City Manager's supplemental report,
dated June 18, 1963, relating to a study of all night parking, which
report contained the history of the program, recommendations made in
the report dated January 16, 1962 previously submitted to the Council
and the present all night parking problem and recommendations.
Mayor Pro Tempore Reibold stated in part that when the subject problem was
previously discussed the principle concern was with the all night parking
in the R-3 areas; that it was surprising to note in the subject report
that the problem has not materially increased in the R-3 areas but has
increased in the R-O and R-l areas which, generally speaking, have ample
'parking facilities. That he would suggest the prohibition of all night
parking with the provision that permits may be obtained for all night
parking where applicable. He added that while he felt the necessary
documents should be prepared for the institution of the prohibition
forthwith, that final decision should await a full attendance of the
Council.
Councilman Turner then MOVED that the City Attorney be instructed to
proceed with the preparation of an ordinance necessary for reinstituting
the all night parking prohibition and that the City Manager be instructed
to prepare the criteria for the parking permit system.
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BID AWARD
(Cas t Iron
Pipe)
(F :982)
OCCUPANCY
PERMIT
(Arcadia
Business
Assn. Ii.
Central Area
Landowners)
(F: 899)
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Councilman Balser seconded the motion, adding that he too was surprised
at the increase in overnight parking in the R-l and R-O zones; that he
agreed with Mayor Pro Tempore Reibo1d that proceedings should be'
instituted for the banning of all night parking in R-O and R-l zones as.
in his opinion, this detracts from the esthetic appearance of the City.
He also suggested that in the permit study of the R-3 zone, permits should
not be available for those apartment houses having two parking spaces for
each unit as in that way it could be discovered whether two spaces are
sufficient; however, those apartment houses which were permitted to be
built with only 1-1/4 spaces and cannot acquire additional parking space,
should be allowed permits. He also suggested that a charge be made for
the permits to encourage the use of parking spaces where available.
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The City Manager referred to a map displayed wherein red dots indicated
cars parked overnight with the heavier concentration in the R-l and R-O
zones. He commented that surprisingly the heavy concentration seemed to
be in the Upper Rancho area; also that when the previous survey had been
made there was practically no overnight street parking in the R-O zone.
That the present survey was taken between 2:00 and 4:00 A.M.
Mention was also made of out-of-state visitors' cars. It was stated
that under normal circumstances such cars would not be picked up. Also
that prior to enforcement of the all night parking ban the cooperation
of the residents would be requested and warnings issued rather than
citations.
The City Attorney advised that the ordinance he would present would
contain a provision for authorization by the Police Department of short-
term overnight parking permits for a stipulated number of nights to
take care of such situations.
The motion made and seconded was then carried unanimously.
Following bids received June 17. 1963 for the purchase of cast iron pipe.
the lowest bid being made by United States Pipe Ii. Foundry Company in the
amount of $15,211.35:
United States Pipe Ii. Foundry Company
Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Company
$15,211.35
$15,706.53
Councilman Balser MOVED that the Council accept the recommendation of the
City Manager and the Water Superintendent; that a contract for the purchase
of cast iron pipe be awarded to the United States Pipe Ii. Foundry Company
in the amount of $15,211.35; that all other bids be rejected; that any
irregularities or informalities in the bids or bidding process be waived
and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute such contract
on behalf of the City for the performance of the contract and in the
amount specified, in form approved by the City Attorney. Councilman
Turner seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote as fOl1,OWS: 1
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Turner. Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
unanimously that the Council authorize the issuance of an occupancy
permit to the Arcadia Business Association and the Central Area Land-
owners' Association for the use of the building at 17 East Huntington
Drive as an office for said organizations.
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MORATORIUM
AREA
(Clausen)
(F:899)
VARIANCE
FROM
BUILDING
CODE
(Hinshaw's)
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POUND
SERVICES
AGREEMENT
(F:374)
1 COUNCIL
CHAMBER
(Acoustics)
ORDINANCE
NO. 1213
(Introduced)
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MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Turner and carried
unanimously that the Council authorize Peer B. Clausen & Son to install
aluminum awnings at 25 East Wheeler Street and 330 North First Avenue.
The City Manager advised that the Department Realty Company, on behalf of
all property owners involved, has requested a variance from the Arcadia
Building Code to permit 47,500 square feet of open 'floor space for
Hinshaw's Department Store proposed addition. The City Manager pointed
out that the Building Code requires that anything in excess of 40.000
square feet be separated with a fire wall. That the Director of Public
Works, the Fire Chief and the Superintendent of Building and Safety have
inspected the plans and the premises and recommend approval of the
variance as requested. as in their opinion it will not create a hazard
and that the extensive demolition and remodeling as contemplated will
eliminate the non-cqnforming areas of the existing building.
The City Attorney explained that the City's ordinance requires that any
owner of property within 50 feet of a proposed project must be notified
in advance or sign a waiver of notice regarding such application; that
a holding company controls all the properties in the entire area and has
filed such a waiver.
MOTION by Councilman Balser. seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on
roll call vote as follows that the Council accept the recommendation of
the Director of Public Works, the Fire Chief and the Superintendent of
Building and Safety and authorize the granting of a variance to the
Department Realty Company from the Arcadia Building Code to permit
47.500 square feet of open floor space for Hinshaw's Department Store
proposed addition:
AYES: Councilmen Balser. Turner, Reibo1d
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
Councilman Turner suggested that the applicant check with its insurance
underwriters as to the insurance rates-prior to proceeding further with
the proposed addition inasmuch as the presumed increase in the insurance
rates might offset the advantage of lower construction cost.
MOTION by Councilman Turner. seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on
roll call vote as follows that the Council accept the recommendation of
the City Manager and approve the renewal of the Pound Services Agreement
between the City of Arcadia and the County of Los Angeles:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Turner. Reibo1d
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
The City Manager called the Council's attention to an aid to the
acoustics of the Council Chamber placed on the ceiling.
The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and
read the title of Ordinance No. 1213, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA. CALIFORNIA. AMENDING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL
CODE BY AMENDING SECTIONS 3121, 3121.3, 3121.4 AND 3122 THEREOF."
MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on
roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Ordinance
No. 1213 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Turner, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1214
(Introduced)
ASSIGNMENT
(Street
Lighting -
A1tura Rd.)
(F :952)
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Councilman Turner further ~ that Ordinance No. 1213 be introduced.
Motion seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Turner, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1214, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ABOLISHING THE
WATER BOARD AND REPEALING PART 6 OF CHAPTER 2 OF ARTICLE II OF THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE."
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MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on
roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Ordinance
No. 1214 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Turner, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
Councilman Balser further ~ that Ordinance No. 1214 be introduced.
Motion seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Turner, Reibo1d
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
The City Clerk was instructed to secure plaques for presentation to all
members of the Water Board expressing the City's appreciation for their
long and faithful service.
MOTION by Councilman Balser. seconded by Councilman Turner and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the Council approve the assignment to
Gross and Company b~ Electric & Machinery Service, Inc. of its rights
in the contract dated April 3, 1963 for the installation of street
lighting on Altura Road and other streets in the City under the Improve-
ment Act of 1911;
AYES: Councilmen Balser. Turner, Reibo1d
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Butterworth and Mayor Phillips
COMMUNICATION
(Arcadia
Business
Mayor Pro Tempore Reibo1d ordered filed the communication dated June 3.
1963 from the Arcadia Business Association. 17 East Huntington Drive,
Assn.)endorsing in principle the plans for a Central Area Development of
Downtown Arcadia as submitted by the planning consultants.
(F:899)
COMMUNICATION
(Arcadia
Business
I
The City Clerk read in its entirety a communication dated June 15,1963
frOm the Arcadia Business Association endorsing the proposed plan for a
Assn.)median strip development on Huntington Drive and urging final drawings
be completed as the project is considered one of high priority. Said
communication also suggested that some consideration be given to possible
rerouting of heavy truck trailer traffic on Huntington Drive.
The City Manager advised that regarding the above communication referring
to the plans for a Central Area Development, that the Planning Commission
contemplates public hearings on the plan on June 23,1963 and suggested that
a copy of said communication be forwarded to the Planning Commission for
its record at that hearing. Mayor Pro Tempore Reibo1d ordered that this
be done.
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COUNTY
BOUNDARY
COMMISSION
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The City Manager advised that with regard to the communication read by the
City Clerk referring to the median strip on Huntington Drive, that plans
are in process for this project; that he suggested the matter of the truck
traffic be referred to staff for further report, and Mayor Pro Tempore
Reibold ordered that this be done.
Mayor Pro Tempore Reibold ordered filed notices from the County Boundary
Commission of proposed Annexations Nos. 41 and 44 to the City of South
E1 Monte and Nos. 330, 333 and 334 to the City of E1 Monte inasmuch as
they have no effect on Arcadia.
PARTICIPATION:
I AUDIENCE
MATTERS
No one in the audience desired to address the Council.
FROM THE CITY OFFICIALS:
Director of
Planning
Councilman
Balser
PARKING PLAcE
COMMISSION
(Roy Long)
City Clerk
Councilman
Turner
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The Planning Director advised that hearings before the Planning Commission
will soon be initiated to determine whether or not it is desirable to
prohibit the construction of second dwellings in Zone R-l, probably
commencing July 9, 1963.
The Planning Director also advised that on June 19, 1963 the Arcadia
Planning Commission will meet with the Monrovia Planning Commission to
discuss the Downtown Plan as it relates to the City of Monrovia.
Councilman Balser inquired into the status of his suggested addition to
the City's ordinance on building condemnation of the words "materials
and equipment" and the City Attorney advised that he is awaiting the
receipt of precedent and source material from the League of California
Cities which would not be available until after the close of the Legislative
Session.
MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
unanimously that Mr. Roy Long be reappointed to the Parking Place
Commission for a four year term, terminating June 30, 1967.
To Councilman Turner's comment regarding receipt of a communication with,
reference to a reclassification in the City Clerk's office, the City
Manager advised that the matter has been presented to the Personnel Board
which will meet June 20, 1963.
Councilman Turner expressed his gratification in noting the satisfaction
of the Police Department as noted in the attitude survey made by the
Personnel Department, particularly inasmuch as rumors approximately a
year ago had indicated unrest in that department.
Councilman Turner was wished bon voyage on his tour of the Orient and
Europe.
At 8:40 P.M. Mayor Pro Tempore Reibo1d adjourned the meeting.
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Mayor Pro Tempore Reibold
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