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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJULY 18,1961 I INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES (7-5-61) HEARING (Hawes) (\} ~~'1 INDEXED I 14:5407 M I NUT E S 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 1. 7-18-61 HEARING (Shumaker) I~ ~~ ~ INDEXED ZONE VARIANCE (Baxter) ,I " ' PROPOSED ANNEXATION (Mayflower & Camino Real) \'i(j ~ W (INDEXED 14:5408 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. I 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 2. 7-18-61 I I fy i\JO ~l' /~ !1IDE4E.D " 14: 5409 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 / 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 3. 7-18-61 ^.'{ ~^~ \\.~O ,,\I INDEXED ZONE CHANGE (Miller) ~ ~ lNDEXED 14: 5410 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. 4. 7-18-61 I", " I I' ./ ,r \ ^~\ ll{D1i:4eIJ. 14: 5411 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 states that Arcadia shall have such commerce and light industry as, ':ig"',: 5 . . , 7~18-6l 14:5412 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. 6. 7-18-61 I NURSERY SCHOOL (1511 So. 10th Ave.) ,I A~\ tINDExEIJ 14: 5413 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 ~. Councilman Phillips seconded the motion which was carried 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. 7. 7-18-61 CALL FOR BIDS (Street Resurfacing) 14:5414 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. I 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 8. 7-18-61 14:5415 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 ~~ as of July 15, 1961. 'fJ:NJJEXED 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: I ACQUISITION OF LAND ON DUARTE ROAD (west of Library) v\O ,j\(fJ A\) . , tINJJEXEl) I '. '" 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 ,\00/ J,r-' :r . \)~JJ' ',VAfll ~\),'),Y ~ INDEXED REFUND (Crane) WATER DEt'T. 1959-60 ANNUAL REPORT l ~ \ INDEXED 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 ,} J' ) t)(v ~. J f ... ~, t' !I~EXE~ I 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) , ~J ~ ~\v~ 1'~ h- INDEXED 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 0~~ , \ \J llIDEXEll ()" -- 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 ~. :* \ , ," 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) ~rq. \i~~ ij INDEXED 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. '~ .. .d J J.~ ....f -<7 ./...., / AT!EST: a r Balser - efIz~~ (J"tU,t a~/jJJ/){ ..114. City Clerk ADJOURNMENT 7-18-61