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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 18, 1961
The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session in the
Council Chamber of the City Hall at 8:00 o'clock P.M., July 18, 1961.
The Invocation was offered by Rev. Walton W. Doering, Pastor of Our
Savior Lutheran Church of Arcadia.
Mayor Balser led in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
PRESENT :
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
Councilman Camphouse
Motion by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Reibold and
carried by the Aye vote of Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold and Mayor
Balser that the minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of July 5, 1961'
be approved as submitted in writing. (Councilman Phillips abstained due
to absence from said meeting),
Mayor Balser declared the hearing open on the application of Russell S.
Hawes, 146 West Grand View Avenue, Arcadia, representing Oakdale Memorial
Park of Glendora, California, for a business permit to solicit door to
door for sales of pre-need cemetery property, and inquired if anyone in
the audience desired to address the Council regarding the matter. '
Mr. Hawes, the applicant, spoke, describing his proposed operation, its
availability to the residents of Arcadia, its size of approximately 120
acres, etc, Also that eventually there would be two or three additional
salesmen covering the area over a long period of time and he would direct
the operation; that he would call door to door but preferred working by
tentative appointment,
To Council's query as to whether he was familiar with the City's ordinance
prohibiting solicitation where a residence is so posted, the applicant
stated that he was not but would abide by such ordinance, although he did
not feel this prohibition should apply to the type of service he rendered,
He also advised that he has been a resident of Arcadia for approximately
five years and had previously been employed by the Rose Hills Memorial Park:
No one else desiring to be heard Councilman Phillips MOVED that the hearing
be closed. Councilman Reibold seconded the motion which was carried
unanimously.
Councilman Phillips further ~ that Council authorize the issuance of a
business permit to Russell S. Hawes, 146 West Grand View Avenue, Arcadia,
to solicit door to door for sales of pre-need cemetery property for the
Oakdale Memorial Park of Glendora, California, Mondays through Fridays
9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. and Saturdays 9:00 A.M, to Noon, and evenings by
appointment. Councilman Reibold seconded the motion which was carried on
roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth (who stated that he was against commercial
solicitation but that due to the fact that two other memorial
parks are soliciting in the City he did not feel this organization
should be denied that opportunity), Reibold, Phillips and Mayor
Balser (who added that normally he would request that decision
await the submission of the balance of police reports but that he
would waive this in view of the fact that the applicant is a
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resident of Arcadia and was formerly connected with Rose Hills
Memorial Park.
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
Planning Commission Resolution No. 413 recommending APPROVAL of request
of G. M. Shumaker for a change of zone from Zone PR-3 to Zone C-2 of the
rear portion of property located at 1020 South Baldwin Avenue.
The City Clerk read a communication dated July 11, 1961 from Robert C. I
Touchon, 703 Arcadia Avenue, stating in substance that as owner of
property in the immediate vicinity of the subject property he favored
the granting of the requested zone change. The City Clerk also advised
that she had on file affidavit of mailing of required notices in the
matter.
Mayor Balser thereupon declared the hearing open on the subject matter
and inquired if anyone in the audience desired to be heard.
Mr. Shumaker, the applicant, addressed the Council, stating in part that
he is the owner of the subject property and that the requested rezoning
is for the purpose of enlarging the bowling alley presently in operation
on the front part of the lot should he so desire; that the rear portion
of the lot now provides the required parking for the bowling alley but
that additional property has been acquired for such purpose.
The Director of Public Works pointed out the area under consideration on
the wall map and added that the applicant is the owner of Market Square
adjacent to the subject property and that parking facilities exceed the
requirements of the Zoning Ordinance.
No one else desiring to be heard Councilman Reibold MOVED that the hearing
be closed. Councilman Phillips seconded the motion which was carried
unanimously.
Councilman Reibold further ~ that Council approve the recommendation
of the Planning Commission as contained in its Resolution No. 413, grant
the request of G. M. Shumaker, and authorize a change of Zone from Zone
PR-3 to C-2 of the rear portion of the property located at 1020 South
Baldwin Avenue. Councilman Phillips seconded the motion which was carried
on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
Mayor Balser declared that since no action can be taken until time for
appeal elapses (July 21, 1961) the zone variance request of Dr. C, M.
and Helen M. Baxter to allow two duplexes on property at 920 South
Second Avenue in Zone R-2, Planning Commission Resolution No, 414, will
be held over until the appeal period has passed.
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Planning Commission recommendation for denial of requested annexation to
Arcadia of area consisting of 21 parcels, bounded on the east by Mayflower
Avenue, on the south by Camino Real, on the west by Loganrita Avenue and
on the north by Altern Street,
The City Manager submitted pictures of the area and advised that recently
a part of the area was deannexed to allow the creation of a new tract on
Shrode Street consisting of six lots, containing 7500 square feet or more
in area, five being only approximately 60 feet wide, The new Shrode Street
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is 40 feet wide. Camino Real and Mayflower Avenues are epch 80 feet wide,
Altern Street is 51 feet wide for a distance of approximately 113 feet,
That the Planning Commission has recommended disapproval of such annexation
because of the 60 foot lots on Camino Real and in the new tract and the
narrow width of Shrode Street in the new tract, said street width and lot
'size having,be~n po~nted out at the time the proposed new tract was being
considered.
Mr. Ervin H. Golisch, Planning Commissioner, advised that in 1960 a
request for the deannexation of a portion of the subject area came before
the Planning Commission, it being the desire of the subdivider to have
his entire tract within one city; that the tract was in the County Zone
R-l-7500 and constructed under County requirements, Shrode Street being
only 40 feet wide, which meets County subdivision requirements but is
below Arcadia standards. That at that time the Planning Commission agreed
to the requested deannexation but recommended to the County Planning
Commission that the street be increased to 60 feet because it was adjacent
to Arcadia. This was not done and subsequently the subject are~, consist-
ing of 21 lots, including the subdivision on Shrode Street, was referred
to the Planning Commission for recommendation as to annexation to Arcadia.
That it was the feeling of the Commission that the area on Shrode Street,
which encompasses the central part of the proposed annexation, did not
come up to Arcadia standards and on that basis the Planning Commission
~ommended denial of the requested annexation.
Councilman Reibold ~ that the Planning Commission be sustained.
Councilman Butterworth seconded the motion. '
Mr. Arthur C. Bauman, developer of the subdivision on Shrode Street,
addressed the Council and stated in part that he has been a developer in
Arcadia for many years and has always complied with Arcadia's zoning
ordinance. That he had developed the six lots on Shrode Street under
County standards because they were in the County, That through inadvertent
delays the subdivision map was not recorded until April, 1961, at which
time he had received the impression through the newspapers that Arcadia
was interested in annexation of certain land south of Live Oak, and that it
was due to such information that he assumed the City might consider annex-
ing the subject area inasmuch as, in his opinion, it has more merit than
the said area south of Live Oak. He added that he wished to protest the
implication of the Planning Commission that he had Fequested the deannexation
of approximately 4000 square feet with the deliberate intent of subsequently
seeking the annexation to Arcadia of an area which he knew was substa~dard.
Mr. Bauman continued, stating in part that there are 21 properties concerned,
including the six in his subdivision; that the 15 properties are on an 80
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foot street and meet Arcadia standards; that 12 of the 15 lots are over
80 feet in width, three being 60 feet wide with a depth of 150 feet. That
the six lots in his subdivision all contain over 7800 square feet; that
although they are on a 40 foot street and five are only 60 feet wide, when
built upon they will sell for $25,000 or more and that he felt the area
will be a credit to Arcadia. He requested the Council to visit the area
before making any decision.
Mayor Balser stated that he was aware of the subdivisions Mr. Bauman had
constructed in Arcadia and the fact that they were all in accordance with
Arcadia standards; that he regretted the misunderstanding with the Planning
Commission; that he recalled at the time the subject subdivision was
brought to the attention of the Council that it had been mentioned that'
it did not meet Arcadia requirements.
Councilman Butterworth stated in part that he had heard nothing but
complimentary remarks about Mr. Bauman's conduct and activities in Arcadia;
that he thought Mr. Bauman has always been a credit to the community. He
added that he was familiar with the subject area, having personally viewed
it and that he thought it was a beautiful area, including the lots on
Shrode Street, However, that he felt that due to the difficulties being
encountered with regard to the proposed annexation south of Live Oak, that
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he did not personally feel that the time to consider the subject annexation
is propitious. That with regard to whether one would agree or disagree
with the Planning Commission, that it did have a basis in fact on the
matter and that the subdivision is substandard according to Arcadia's
requirements, That it has been Council's policy to sustain the Planning
Commission in substantially every case, including doubtful cases, unless
it is obvious that its action has been completely arbitrary and capricious,
and that he would be inclined to sustain the Planning Commission in this
matter. He reiterated that there may be other times the matter could be
brought up but that he did not think now is a propitious time.
Councilman Reibold stated in part that in defense of his motion to sustai
the Planning Commission, it was to deny the application and not necessari
to sustain the Planning Commission as such. That he also felt that Mr.
Bauman is a credit to Arcadia. Also that he felt Mr. Bauman was too good
a business man to have been guilty of the maneuver he indicated the Plann
Commission had insinuated, and that he too regretted the occurrence.
That with regard to the impression received by Mr. Bauman that the City
contemplates annexing the area south of Live Oak, that facts do not
sustain such impression, and that the subject annexation could not have
been made at a more inappropriate time. Also that if the City did consider
the annexation he would want to know about the disposition of the rest of
the so-called Mayflower area.
Mr. Bauman then requested the Council to reserve decision on the subject
matter until action is taken on the area south of Live Oak Avenue,
It being the consensus of the Council that this request has merit,
Councilman Reibold withdrew his motion and Councilman Butterworth withdrew
his second. Councilman Reibold then MOVED that the matter be tabled and
placed on pending agenda to be brough~at such time as final decision
is made in the South Arcadia Annexation No. 23, Revised,matter. Council-
man Butterworth seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote
as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
The City Manager stated that under date of June 6, 1961 the Council took
under advisement the matter of the zone change request of Ellen Miller,
et al from R-l and R-2 to C-) and D for six lots on the north side of
Naomi Avenue east of Baldwin Avenue, at which time the staff was instructed
to prepare a report covering the conditions imposed under the original
zoning as contained in Ordinance No, 1071 and their effect upon the subject
lots. That on July 5, 1961 the City Manager submitted such report to the
Council with a copy thereof to Mr. Henry H, Hege, Attorney representing I
the applicants. (Report on file in office of the City Clerk).
At this time, the Council desiring the matter taken off pending agenda,
Mayor Balser inquired if anyone in the audience desired to be heard regard
ing the matter.
Mr. Henry H, Hege addressed the Council and requested clarification of
item 4 of said staff report, The City Manager explained that this
restricts the erection and maintenance of any building on the southerly
27 feet of lots 5 to 10 inclusive, and that at least nine feet of the
northerly 15 feet of the southerly 27 feet of said lots shall be suitably
landscaped and maintained; that probably the conflict is that in item 1
it recommends that the southerly 12 feet of lots 5 to 10 inclusive shall
be dedicated for the widening of Naomi Avenue but that the 12 feet are
included, at least so far as the recommendations are concerned, in the
27 feet.
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Mr. Hege then stated in part that with regard to item 7 (all plans shall be
submitted to the Planning Commission for approval, as to plot plan,
architectural treatment, walls, landscaping and signs before issuance of a
building permit) he did not think any builder would have any idea as to
what was going to be anticipated or required by the Planning Commission so
far as walls are concerned or in ariy respect.
To which Councilman Butterworth answered'in substance that while the
Planning Commission tended to favor this change of zone, recognizing that
some change had to be made, it wanted to make a comprehensive study in
order to come to some area consideration and that he assumed that such
matters as walls in front of a street would be subject to area consideration.
Mr. Ervin H. Golisch, Planning Commissioner, stated that he agreed with
Councilman Butterworth's assumption, and added in part that it was the
unanimous opinion of the Planning Commission that this was a logical
commercial development but that it was the approach that was felt was not
proper or in the best interests of the City. That it was felt that it
would be better for the overall development of Arcadia as well as the West
Arcadia shopping area that the Planning Commission look at both sides of
the street and the whole length of the street so that there would be a
uniform pattern rather than spot zoning.
The City Attorney qualified further that the Planning Commission'recognized
the probable ultimate change in that area but felt that the subject'lots
were too few to consider; that their present reclassification would
necessarily foretell the future of the rest and thought that the larger
area should be considered at the time Council considered the small area.
That the report submitted to the Council attempted to integrate'the
conditions imposed under Ordinance No. 1071 as to a larger area and ,how
they would fit a smaller area if the Council wanted to proceed further.
That in answer to Mr. Hege's question, if property is placed in'a D
overlay at the same time it is placed in a commercial zone the architectural
regulations are concurrently established so that when the legislative
action is completed the items are refined to the point where an architect
is aware of conditions with which he has to comply.
Mr. Hege further stated in part that with reference to the subject'area
being alleged too small, that section 4 of Ordinance No. 1071 covers this
identical area with the exception of lots 12, 13, 14 and 16; that there"
have been changes since Ordinance No. 1071 in that there is a parking lot
separating these areas and that by Ordinance No. 1071 this specified area
would have been rezoned. ' '
Mr, Paul R. Hackstedde, 333 West Camino Real Avenue,addressed the"Council,
stating in part that he represented the West Arcadia Home Owners' Association;
that said association met with the Planning Commission and reached' a near
unanimous conclusion that the subject application should be denied; also
that said association is interested in knowing whether the zoning o'f the
whole area is going to be reopened; that if it is only the subject: six
lots it will not be enough to make a complete change but if the whole'
area is going to be reopened the association wishes to be included': in'
discussions from the beginning.
Councilman Reibold stated in part that in his opinion the question'cannot
be answered and have it stand up because no future Council is bound ,by'
such statement of a prior Council.
Mr. Hackstedde stated further, in answer to questions, that the Association
desires this particular request denied as it would prefer to view,the
entire area, to which Councilman Reibold commented that when this was done
several years ago it was this same Association that took exception, . Mr'.
Hackstedde continued, stating in part that at that time the Association'
felt the area involved was too large; that it is concerned with Arcadia
keeping its reputation as a city of homes; that the basic zoning'o,dinance
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necessary for the citizens of Arcadia; and that the Association does not
wish such a large shopping center as to accommodate the whole San Gabriel
Valley. He then suggested that the Council meet with the Association to
discuss the situation. Mr. Hege reminded the Council that a letter from
said Association, stating that they had no objections to this specific
change of zone, was presented at the hearing before the Planning Commission.
Mr. Golisch verified this statement and added that the Association did not
appear at said hearing.
Councilman Phillips stated in part that he was opposed to denying the
application of Miller, et al; that the Planning Commission Resolution
does not specify that the entire area is to be considered, such state-
ment being contained in the Planning Commission minutes; that the I
Resolution states that there is no need at this time for more business,
and for that reason he had requested that Council not uphold the Planning
Commission but rather consider what would happen to the subject six lots
if the conditions of Ordinance No, 1071 were applied thereto. That he
believed there is no alternative but to reconsider the entire area and
to define and delineate the commercial area in order to protect the rest
of the homes up and down Baldwin Avenue, Camino Real and Duarte Road,
this being as self-evident two years ago as it is today. That he would
dislike seeing the subject six lots zoned commercial and developed with
15 foot front stores; that he would be willing to await a study of the
area but on behalf of the applicant he felt the Council should not delay
too long.
Mayor Balser said that he agreed with Councilman Phillips for the most
part; that he believed the six lots appeared to be a logical business
development under the circumstances, but that he would like to have
further study made of the area and with the assistance of the new Planning
Director arrive at a definite conclusion. That he too feels Arcadia is
primarily a city of homes, but that the zoning of the area in question
should be resolved in order not to hold up the subject application
unnecessarily.
Councilman Butterworth stated in part that although the area is probably
a logical business development he thought the attitude of the Planning
Commission in this instance was eminently reasonable; that he thought the
Planning Commission recognized this to be a probable business development
and a good one but wanted an opportunity to survey a little larger area
and that this should not occasion a long delay, That he would tend to
sustain the Planning Commission in its recommendation with the understand-
ing that its report would undertake the survey that it had in mind.
Councilman Phillips reminded Councilman Butterworth that to sustain the
Planning Commission would deny the application and place the applicants
in the position of starting allover again, but that by holding the
matter pending the Council can control what happens to the six lots,
Councilman Butterworth then stated in part that he would not be insistent
upon a matter of form; that he did not think even the Planning commiSSionl
cares whether or not its recommendation is denied so long as it has an
opportunity to survey the situation and come up with a comprehensive repo
Planning Commissioner Golisch agreed that the Planning Commission is in
sympathy with this particular approach and that he thought it would redound
to the benefit of the applicants as well as the City if the Planning
Commission were given an opportunity of taking a comprehensive look at
the area, particularly now that the City has a Planning Director; also
that he thought the Planning Commission would be very diligent in'
expediting the proceedings.
Councilman Butterworth then agreed that it would be better to place the
matter on pending agenda.
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Mr. Hege pointed out that the Planning Commission 'Resolution stated that
commercial zoning in the area is not necessary at this time. Mayor Balser
replied that this had been discussed at another meeting and that the
wording in the Resolution does not coincide with discussions but that
the Planning Commission minutes do and that he was proceeding more by
the minutes.
Councilman Reibold stated in part that Council is passing on the Planning
Commission Resolution, not on its minutes. That he also felt the matter
should be kept open and a solution found very shortly. That if proper
action is not taken the street could deteriorate thus affecting property
values and that he did not want to see the matter become a political
issue in the next campaign. He suggested a joint meeting of the Council
and the Planning Commission on the subject, possibly at the Council meeting
of July 27, 1961.
Considerable further discussion ensued. Mr. Hege inquired if at the joint
meeting it was decided to include additional area would this necessitate
new notices and public hearings before the Planning Commission and the
Council, and the City Attorney replied affirmatively, involving a minimum
of five months; however, that it was not necessary to join any additional
area to the subject area. That he would suggest that the subject matter
be tabled at this time; that the Council and the Planning Commission have
its joint meeting as soon as possible and possibly come up with some
answers thereafter. Mr. Hege then stated that he would in that event
withdraw his objections to paragraph 7 of the staff report, reserving the
right, of appeal to the Council of any determinations of the Planning
Commission as to architectural plans.
Councilman Reibold again suggested that the Council table the matter to
the next Council meeting and in the interim a plan be worked out as to
what the Council proposes to do, whether it is going to pass the first
part and make a study of the rest, and in the meantime at the meeting
of July 27, 1961 Council will have the joint meeting with the Planning
Commission. Councilman Butterworth stated that he agreed and that he 'so
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unanimously.
The City Manager advised that under date of August 21, 1951 a 15 year
zone variance (to 1966) was granted under Resolution No, 2171 for the
operation of a non-profit day nursery school at 1511 South 10th Avenue.
That an application has now been made by said school for a five year
extension of said variance to August 21, 1971 for the purpose of making
extensive repairs on the building. He added that he had been informed
by the various City departments that to their knowledge no complaints
from the neighbors have been received regarding the operation of said
school.
Upon receiving permission, the following persons addressed the Council,
in opposition to and in favor of the granting of the zone variance
extension:
Mrs. Virginia Doan, representing the subject school, explained its
functions; that parents participate, in its operation and that it was
incor~orated as a non-profit corporation.
Mrs. Barbara Duke, 1503 South 10th Avenue, stated in part that she was
protesting the unkempt appearance of the school yard, and also commented
that there were other businesses operating in this residential street,
such as a tree service and a dancing studio, which were not conducive
to the property owners improving the appearance of their property. She
requested that the area be surveyed.
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Mr. Henry Testasecca, 1435 South 10th Avenue, stated in part that in
his opinion the school should locate where a variance is not required.
He also commented that some of the board members are not Arcadia
residents.
Mr. Jack E. Schmitz, 5639 Gary Park (Arcadi:' Post Office address), stated
in part that he is an Arcadia business man and has a child attending
said nursery school; that the purpose for the requested extension is to
enable the school to raise money to improve the property,
Mr. John D. Cameron, 1548 South 10th Avenue, stated in part that when
he signed the original petition for the school it had been represented I
that the property would be maintained in such fashion as to have the
appearance of a residence; that this has not been done, the front yard
being unkempt looking, the shrubbery not cared for, rubbish left standing
sand boxes, teeter totters and other childrens' playthings kept in the
front yard, and the like, although there is ample room in the back yard
for such equipment; also that in inclement weather there are too many
children (approximately 45) kept indoors for the size of the house and
that they would fare better in a larger house in a different location.
Mrs. Doan spoke again, stating in part that of the members there are no
more than 10 and usually 5 to 7 who are non-residents of Arcadia. That
the school is licensed by the State for 24 children; that she had not
been aware of Mr. Cameron's or any other neighbors' complaints; that the
sole purpose for the requested extension of the variance is to improve
the property; that there is no mention in the present variance as to the
use of the front yard; and that the house was originally a boys' dormitory
and could not possibly be used without extensive remodeling as a residence.
In answer to Councilman Butterworth's query as to whether the childrens'
equipment could be kept in the back yard, this to be a condition of a
possible variance extension, she replied that there was no reason why it
could not; however, that she felt the front yard did not look as bad as
had been pictured.
Mrs. Duke also spoke again, stating in part that she had lived in the
area when the building had been moved there. That it was an old house
moved for freeway clearance, and that she knew it had never been a
boys' dormitory.
Councilman Reibold suggested that the staff be requested to investigate
the matter and to recommend such conditions and restrictions as to the
use of the property in the front as might be appropriate to make it more
fitting in a residential area. He added that he could find nothing in
the resolution which granted the original variance that restricted the
usage of the front yard.
Mrs. John L. Barnes, 1560 South 10th Avenue addressed the Council and
stated in part that she had signed the original petition on the strength
of the allegation made to her that there would be no equipment kept in
the front yard, and that in her opinion the yard was untidy.
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Councilman Butterworth stated that he thought Councilman Reibold's
suggestion was well taken. He thereupon MOVED that the staff be
requested to report back at the next Council meeting with a recommen-
dation and that the matter be continued until that time. Councilman
Phillips seconded the motion which was carried unanimously.
Councilman Phillips ~ that the Council accept the recommendation of
of the City Manager and Director of Public Works; that the plans and
specifications for the resurfacing of various streets as listed in the
communication from the Director of Public Works, dated July 12, 1961, be
approved as submitted; that the City Clerk be authorized to call for bids
for such work in conformance with said specifications, expenditure for
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same to be financed from budgeted State of California and County of
Los Angeles Gas Tax funds, said bids to be opened July 31, 1961 and
submitted to the Council at the regular meeting of August 1, 1961,
Councilman Butterworth seconded the motion which was carried unanimously.
SYCAMORE \.tc ,The City Manager reported that th~ bridge on Sycamore Avenue over the
BRIDGE ~~~~ wash, east of Highland Oaks Drive, was completed and open to traffic
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The City Manager stated that with regard to the report submitted to the
Council concerning a survey on area requirements for a civic auditorium,
if such a structure is constructed, it is his understanding that the
position of the Council is as follows:
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1. The Council desires to control any future development west of the
Library to protect both the property developed by the City as well as
the undeveloped property owned by the City;
2. The Council has reached no conclusions at this time which could
form the basis for their supporting or opposing the construction of a
civic ~uditorium;
3. The Council feels that the best interests of the taxpayers will be
served by the acquisition of additional land ~o the west which could
be used at some future date as an auditorium site or used for other
purposes compatible with the public buildings in the area.
The City Manager added that from information secured by the Arcadia Co-
ordinating Council, the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce and various
publications, as listed in said report, it is estimated that the building
size, including 2500 fixed seats, stage, dressing rooms, etc., would'
require an approximate total of 60,000 square feet; that parking area'
would require approximately 208,250 square feet and landscaped area
approximately 10,000 square feet, or an approximate total area require-
ment of 278,250 square feet (6.49 acres).
That in order to prepare for the estimated land requirements it wil-! be
necessary to acquire property which might at some future date be used for
an auditorium site with the understanding that said properties could be
sold for development if such a structure is not constructed, and it is
suggested that the City acquire the balance of lot 9, lots 10, 11, 12, 13 of
Tr .6074, and,,,the,,ea~terly 70' of lot',~, qanta Anita Colony, thus totaling
284,215,4 square feet, less 12 feet for widening Duarte Road (9,282.4) or
a net area of 274,933 square feet, That this would leave an area 'short
of estimated needs of 3,317 square feet. He pointed out, however, that
of the 12 feet for the widening of Duarte Road, 10 of the 12 feet would
be left in a parkway and of this 10 feet it is estimated that 6 feet
would be used for a sidewalk with the balance of 4 feet which could be
part of the landscape needs; that this four feet for the length"of the
property would amount to 3,094 square feet, decreasing the shortage to
223 square feet, which is too small an area to consider at this ~ime.
In the general discussion that ensued Councilman Butterworth inquired
as to the approximate cost of operating an auditorium seating
approximately 2500 people for one year.
The City Manager stated in part that the primary purpose of discussing
an auditorium ia the recognized need of the school system for such a
building, which makes the location of the subject land so important;
that recognizing the school's need he thought the upkeep would be'nominal.
Estimations of maintenance cost were made by Councilman Reibold of
approximately 30 cents a square foot and by Councilman Phillips of $1,25
to $1.50 per square foot all inclusive, or approximately $90,000 'per
year. Mayor Balser thought this was a large sum to, expend for maintenance
and Councilman Reibold thought the figure was estimated too high, that it
could be cut down by admissions,
9.
7-18-61
LAND USE
STUDY
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~\),'),Y
~ INDEXED
REFUND
(Crane)
WATER DEt'T.
1959-60
ANNUAL
REPORT
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14:5416
Councilman Reibold further stated in part that in his opinion whether
an auditorium is built or not, or whether it is built by the City or the
school system, that the important factor to be considered is the
acquisition of the land now so that it will be available when needed.
Councilmen Phillips and Butterworth concurred.
Whereupon Councilman Butterworth MOVED that the Council authorize the
City Manager and the City Attorney to negotiate for the acquisition of
the subject property and to submit to the Council plans as to procedure
by way of purchase or condemnation. Councilman Phillips seconded the
motion which was carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
I
Upon the City Manager requesting clarification as to whether he and the
City Attorney were authorized to secure options if the opportunity
presented itself and to make any necessary expenditures for option money,
it was the consensus of the Council that this question be discussed and
determined at the Adjourned Council Meeting of July 27, 1961,
MOTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the Council accept the recommendation
of the City Manager and the Planning Director and authorize the Planning
Department to participate in the Transportation study now under way in
several counties, said study being for the purpose of standardizing and
analyzing land use, population and employment data; the City of Arcadia
to furnish land use data for the area within its corporate limits, and
that the sum of $1500.00 be transferred by the City Manager from Planning
Department Account No. 440-39 (Consulting Fees) to other Departmental
accounts:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized
to refund the sum of $54.15 from the Council Contingency Fund to Mr, D. H.
Crane, 234 E. Sycamore Avenue, being the amount paid for a sewer connection
inasmuch as the contractor in connecting the sewer for Mr. Crane was unable
to locate the lateral as shown on department records:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
The City Manager submitted to the Council a copy of the 1959-60 Annual I
Report of the City of Arcadia Water Department, stating that in view of
the fact that this is the first report submitted in many years the
Department has included historical background regarding the system.
The City Manager stated that the report contains valuable and interesting
information regarding the systems for those persons having an interest in
the Water Department and that copies of same are available for
distribution to such individuals,
Mayor B~lser, apd the Ci~y""ManageJ;;'~ on behalf of the Council, commended
Mr, John Grivich, Water Superintendent, and the members of his
department for their efforts in preparing this report, and Councilman
Reibold commented that at the Water Board meeting on July 17, 1961 it
also commended the Water Superintendent,
Councilman Butterworth discussed with the City Manager the facilities of
the Water Department in the event of a total breakdown in power equipment.
10,
7-18-61
14:5417
FEATHER MOTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried
RIVER on roll call vote as follows that due to certain decisions which will have
PROJECT to be reached in the near future by the Upper San Gabriel Valley Water
ASSN. District, of which Arcadia is a part, as to the source of future supplemental
(Contract) water, the City Manager be authorized to execute a General Service Contract
,I ' ,,' between the City of Arcadia and the Feather River Project Association to
I t:t .." secure current information regarding the State Water Project, enabling ,
iJ~ Hf"" the City Manager to be in position to make recommendations to the Council i
.11
I
'INDEEED
REAPPROPRI-
ATIONS FOR
1961-62
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!I~EXE~
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Reibold, Phillips, Balser
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth,
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
Following projects not completed as of July 1, 1961 and in accordance
with the Charter all appropriations, except under special conditions,
lapse at end of fiscal year to the extent that they have been expended
or lawfully encumbered:
Account No.
202-Beaut.
Htg. Dr.
206-Santa
Anita
Street
Lights
207-Santa
Anita
Beauti-
fication
211-0range
Grove
Avenue
Improv.
408-Fire
Alarm
Boxes
50S-Library
Ident.
Sign
604-Land Use
Maps
Appropri-
ation
Unenc.
Balance
Recommended
Reappropri-
ation
Expended Obligated
700.00
700.00
,
700;00.,"
10,395.00
675.00
9,720.00
9,315.00
54,000.00
34,571.05 19,750.20
(321.25)
1,000.00
950.00
950,00
950.00
7,000.00
4,722.42
2,277.58
500.00
900.00
900.00
900,00
1,500.00
624.00
876.00
876.00
Total recommended reappropriations
$14,241.00
MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried
on roll call vote as follows that Council accept the recommendatiorr of the
City Manager and authorize the reappropriation of the above amounts,
totaling $14,241.00 for the 1961-62 fiscal year in order that th~, pr~j,ects
may be carried to their completion, and that the Controller be auth9r{zed
to make proper disbursements against each project: " ..
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
Councilman Reibold moved that Council accept the recommendation of the
City Manager and authorize the amount of $5,787,70 to be transferred
\ from Reserve for Capital Projects Account No. 285 in the General Fund
'~ to the Capital Improvement Projects Fund, Bonita Park Lighting: Account
~It\ No. 613, said amount to reimburse the Arcadia Pony-Colt League 'for light-
t ing system installation expenses incurred at Bonita Park. Councilman
Phillips seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote'as
tINDEXED fo llows :
11.
7-l,,8C6l
BONITA PARK
LIGHTING
CITY PROFITS
(Sale of
property IX
interest)
~,
t
LIGHTING
MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT
(Annual
Report)
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ARC AD IA-
MONROVIA 8
V ALLEY CAB b
(Business ',\
Permit to N
12-31-61) '^
aI:IDEXED
COMMUNICATIONS
j
14:5418
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
Mayor Balser ordered the matter of the City Manager's recommendation
regarding the 1960-61 fiscal year $20,106.91 realized by the City from
the sale of property ($20,000 from Arcadia Industries for Peck Road
property and $106.91 for the sale of Street Department surplus tank),
and the sum of $48,248.44 earned by the City in interest from its
investment of available cash ($30,000 was ,originally estimated from
this source), leaving a balance of $18,248.44, the total of the two
items being $38,355.35 available for Capital Projects, be delayed for
further study.
I
Motion by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Reibold and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the Council approve the annual
lighting maintenance district report dated July 18, 1961, in the total
amount of $19,653.67, submitted by the Director of Public Works and
approved by the City ~funager, for the purpose of making tax levies, said
report being submitted in accordance with the provisions of the Streets
and Highways Code concerning the Municipal Lighting Maintenance District
Act of 1927: (Report on file in office of the City Clerk)
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
Motion by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and
carried unanimously that Council approve the application of Arcadia-
Monrovia Valley Cab Co. for renewal of business license permit for 22
taxicabs until December 31, 1961, and that the provisions of Section
6313.1 and 6313.2 of the Arcadia Municipal Code applicable to previously
licensed businesses, be waived.
Mayor Balser ordered filed the communication from the West Arcadia Home
Owners' Association dated July 10, 1961 regarding zoning on Naomi Avenue,
and the communication dated July 13, 1961 from the Arcadia Chamber of
Commerce regarding acquisition of additional land adjacent to the new
City Library, inasmuch as both matters had been discussed earlier in the
meeting.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
\.,)
No one in the audience desired to address the Council during the time
reserved for such audience participation.
I
MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS
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Councilman Reibold submitted to the Council a summary of the highlights
of the Governor's "Dry-Year Water Conference" held at the Biltmore Hotel
on July 13 and 14, 1961, which conference he attended. Councilman
Reibold commented that the opinions reported were as presented and' the
information given is without indication as to his own personal ~eelings
in the matter. Mayor Balser thanked Councilman Reibold for his continued
interest in the water problem,
****
12.
7-18-61
ORDINANCE
NO. 1130
(Adopted)
INDEXED
I
I
ORDINANCE
NO. 1131'
(Adopted)
trNDEXED
T
"
14': 5419
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content and
read the title of Ordinance No, 1130, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL
CODE BY ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION NUMBERED 7426."
....
.MOTIONby Councilman ,Phillips, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body
of Ordinance No, 1130 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
Councilman Phillips further MOVED that Ordinance No, 1130 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilma~bold and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content and
read the title of Ordinance No, 1131, entitled: '''AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ARCADIA
MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING TO CHAPTER 3 OF ARTICLE VIII THEREOF A NEW
PART 3 ENTITLED AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS."
MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Phillips and
c, carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full,body
of Ordinance No. 1131 be waived:
/"
ORDINANCE
NO, 1132 (
I
ORDINANCE
NO, 1133
(Emergency -
Adopted)
fi'Y
uv" /
,
INDEXED
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
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Councilman Butterworth further MOVED that Ordinance No. 1131 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
The second reading of Ordinance No. 1132 (approving Annexation No. 24,
South Arcadia Uninhabited) was put over to the next Council "meeting.
The City Attorney presented::for the second time and read in its entirety
as an emergency ordinance, Ordinance No. 1133, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ',",
ARCADIA. MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING TO CHAPTER 1 OF ARTICLE III THEREOF A
NEW PART 4 ENTITLED I HAZARDOUS FIRE AREAS I ,"
Councilman Phillips declaring Ordinance No. 1133 to be an emergency
ordinance necessary for preserving the public peace,health and safety,
and that it will take effect immediately upon its adoption, MOVED" that
Council adopt Ordinance No, 1133. Councilman Butterworth seconded 'the
motion which was carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
13
7-18-61
, RESOLUtION
NO. 3399
I
ORDINANcE
NO. 1135
(Introduced)
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PACIFIC
ELECTRIC
RAILWAY
PROPERty
,1b()t lp
lIiDEXED
CAPITAL
PROJECtS
COMMITtEE
7
14:5420
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 3399, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING FROM THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES CERTAIN GASOLINE TAX FUNDS FOR THE IMPROVE-
MENT OF FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, A PUBLIC STREET IN SAID CITY OF ARCADIA."
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, 3399 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
I
Councilman Reibold further MOVED that Resolution No, 3399 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried on roll call vote as
fo llows :
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No, 1135, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, RECLASSIFYING CERTAIN
REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE REAR OF 1020 SOUTH BALDWIN AVENUE IN SAID
CITY FROM ZONE PR-3 TO ZONE C-2,"
MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Ordinance No. 1135 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
Councilman Phillips further MOVED that Ordinance No. 1135 be introduced,
Motion seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried on"roll call vote
as follows: 1';:',1 t
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Camphouse
Mayor Balser ordered taken under advisement, to be discussed at the
Adjourned Regular Council Meeting of July 27, 1961, the City Manager's
report and request for councilmanic determination regarding the matter
of the City taking action to acquire the Pacific Electric Railway
property west of Santa Anita for the purpose of extending Santa Clara I
Avenue westerly and southerly from Santa Anita Avenue to Hun~i?gton
Drive in order to provide better access to the forthcoming fr~~way
and to afford internal traffic control.
Mayor Balser appointed to serve on the Capital Projects Committee
Councilman Reibold, as Chairman, Councilman Phillips, the City Manager
and any staff members whom said committee might desire, and commented
that he would at this time like a re-evaluation of the Capital Projects
program.
At 10:50 P.M. Councilman Reibold ~ that the meeting adjourn to July
27, 1961 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.,in the Council Chamber, Councilman
Phillips seconded the motion which was carriec unanimously.
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AT!EST: a r Balser -
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City Clerk
ADJOURNMENT
7-18-61