HomeMy WebLinkAboutNOVEMBER 7,1961
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INVOCATION
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF
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(10-17-61)
HEARING
(Annexation
No. 28, S.E.
Arcadia
Uninhabited)
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 7, 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., November 7, 1961.
The Invocation was offered by Rev. H, Warren Anderson, Pastor of the
Arcadia Community Church of God.
PRESENT :
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
None
MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Reibold and
carried unanimously that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of October
17, 1961 as submitted in writing be approved.
Mayor Balser declared the hearing open on the proposed annexation to the
City of Arcadia of certain territory adjacent and contiguous to the
present City limits, said territory being situated near the southeasterly
portion of the City and designated as "Annexation No, 28, Southeast
Arcadia Uninhabited" and that this is the time set when the Council will
hear protests made by any person owning real property within the said
territory.
Mr. H. B. Winslow, 1418 Oaklawn Road, Arcadia, addressed the Council,
stating that he represented the Arcadia Friends Church whose property
is under consideration. He advised in part that said property was
omitted when the annexation along Live Oak Avenue was completed; that
the parcel to the north, belonging to Mr. E. G, Harris was cut in half
and the parking lot of the church was omitted from the annexation at
that time; that they would like to have the zoning uniform throughout
the property and that inasmuch as the matter of zoning has not been
settled, that the Council either give the proposed annexation the
requested zoning concurrent with its annexation or postpone the hearing
until the matter of zoning is resolved.
The City Attorney advised that the Arcadia Municipal Code provides that
property annexed to the City comes in as R-l property unless it is other-
wise zoned concurrent with the annexation; that ordinarily matters of
this kind do go before the Planning Commission for its recommendation,
which recommendation is then considered by the Council with its protest
hearing; that this was not done in this instance, That the Government
Code provides for the adoption of an emergency measure freezing zoning
at a certain level without the matter necessarily going before the
Planning Commission, but that inasmuch as a meeting is to be held with
Mr. Harris shortly to explore a related problem involving zoning in that
area, it would be his suggestion that under the circumstances the protest
hearing be continued to the next regular meeting.
Whereupon Councilman Butterworth MOVED that the matter be continued to
the next regular Council meeting (November 21, 1961), Councilman Phillips
seconded the motion which was carried unanimously.
Councilman Reibold then MOVED that the minutes reflect action requesting
the Planning Commission to consider this matter and report to the .
Council at its earliest possible date, Councilman Butterworth seconded
the motIon whIch was carried unanimously.
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HEARING
(Girl
Scouts)
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Planning Commission Resolution No. 424 recommending approval of request
of Santa Anita Girl Scout Council for a zone variance to allow the
construction of a coyered patio on property at 590 South Third Avenue
and to allow the,use of said property as a meeting place for Girl Scouts,
The City Clerk read a letter from Mrs, Kenneth Kay appealing the recommen-
dation of the Planning Commission and a letter from Mrs, Pauline Fletcher,
322 Eldorado Avenue, requesting permission to be heard on the matter,
Mayor Balser declared the hearing open on the appeal from the recommen-
dation of the Planning Commission and stated that the Council would hear
first from the appellants in the matter.
Mr. Alvin W. Hahn, Attorney, 126 East Colorado Boulevard, Monrovia, I
addressed the Council, advising that he represented Mrs, Pauline Fletche
and others, and stated in substance that some of the appellants he
represented had been in accord with the granting of the zone variance
several years ago for the property to be used as headquarters for the
Arcadia Local Council of Girl Scouts; however, since that time increased
activities at the subject location have led them to change their minds.
That when the original variance was granted for a new building the removal
of the old building left a concrete slab on which it is now proposed to
erect a covered patio where certain out-of-door activities of the various
groups of Girl Scouts will be held; that among the activities presently
held at said location is the burning of open fires, resulting in smoke
infiltrating adjacent residences, and that when apprised of this fact,
nothing was done to rectify the situation. That in his opinion the limit-
ing of the requested variance to ten years indicates that the Planning
Commission did not feel the use should be permanent,
Mr. Hahn read and presented a petition with 34 signatures of property
owners adjacent to the subject property, opposing the requested zone
variance, said petition stating in part that the granting of such variance
would be detrimental to the property values of the residential neighborhood.
He also asked those appellants in the audience to stand. (Approximately
five persons responded).
The Planning Director advised that there were protests at the Planning
Commission meeting to the granting of the variance and also those who
spoke in favor of it. He displayed a map of the subject area and indicated
the location of adjacent properties, stating in part that some of the
adjacent property owners who favored the original zone variance have since
changed their minds.
He continued, stating in part that the Planning Commission took into
consideration all the things found objectionable but still felt the
request should be granted; however, that they recommended certain
restrictions, such as 1) all outside activities being terminated by
10:00 P.M.; 2) regulations of the Air Pollution District and the Arcadia
Fire Department as they pertain to the emission of smoke and open fires
be strictly obeyed; 3) activities carried on either in the building or I
on subject property be limited to only Girl Scout activities; 4) paved
areas indicated on the plot plan be lined and reserved for off-street
parking and parking not permitted in the driveway; and 5) that the varian
be granted for a ten year period and at the end of said ten year period
this activity be relocated where it will be more compatible with surround-
ing properties.
The Planning Director added in part that in his opinion the Planning
Commission had in mind that basically the subject area is residential,
and that although Girl Scout activities are desirable they do not blend
well with the rest of the area; that they recognized that both the City
Council and the Planning Commission in 1954 approved the use of the
particular building on this lot for Girl Scout activities and also
approved another variance in 1958 which enabled the Girl Scouts to
construct a new building specifically for Girl Scout activities, and
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could not at this time, in view of the investment made, recommend the
vacation of the premises immediately; however, that eventually an
activity such as this should be relocated.
Mr, I, Guarda1abene, 517~ South Third Avenue, addressed the Council
and stated in part that he had originally approved of the zone variance
but had since changed his mind due to the fact that the petition was
misrepresented in that he had been under the impression that the request
was just for a patio and not for greater activities; also that he is
against the outdoor stoves and outdoor fires as being fire hazards
inasmuch as they are too close to the property line.
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In answer to various questions, including that of the time limit on the
prior zone variances and their conditions, the City Attorney advised
that the resolutions of the City Council approving the two prior
variances do not specify a time limit but that they make reference to
the files in order to spell out the precise uses permitted, He also
explained in detail the usual procedure of a hearing on appeal and
suggested that it might enable the Council to more fully interpret the
facts as they are presently presented if a staff report were submitted
to them at the next Council meeting which would sunmtarize the entire
background and pertinent features of the subject matter,
Mr. Hahn again spoke, stating in part that if the original application
requested a ten year period that the present ten year variance would in
effect be extending the original application and that in his opinion it
should in no event go beyond the time requested in the original application,
Councilman Camphouse agreed that a staff report covering background
material was a good suggestion but that he did not think this hearing
should be continued for that purpose; that he was familiar with the'
background of the matter, having been on the Council at the time the
original variances were granted, and had also attended the Planning
Commission meeting at the time the hearing on the matter was held, and
that perhaps the feeling of lack of background is that so far the Council
has heard from only two persons, one being Mr. Hahn who did not represent
the appellants at the Planning Commission hearing.
To Councilman Reibo1d's comment that it was his recollection that the
original variances were for an indeterminate length of time, Councilman
Camphouse replied that he too recalled that this was so.
The Planning Director advised that before matters such as this are
taken to the Planning Commission there is a complete staff review and
information is passed on to the Planning Commission; that if the Council
so desired he would read such sunmtarization at this time.
It being the consensus of the Council that the hearing proceed, Mayor
Balser inquired if any other appellants desired to address the Council.
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The following appellants spoke, their opposition being based in part on
the increased activities, the fire hazard and smoke, the noise, increased
traffic and non-resident participation;
Mr. and Mrs, A. R. Fletcher, 600 South Third Avenue
Mrs. F. C. Bishop, 511 South Third Avenue,
No one else desiring to speak in opposition, Mayor Balser inquired if
anyone desired to speak in favor of the requested zone variance.
Mrs. Robert Solomon, 1428 Santa Margarita Drive, addressed the Council,
and explained at length the purpose and functions of Girl Scouts; and
answered questions relative to the time period on the prior zone variances.
She also answered questions of the Council as to the number of Girl
Scouts and adults frequenting the premises, their responsibilities, etc.
She thereafter read a prepared statement (on file in office of the City
Clerk) which also covered the primary functions of the Girl Scout program
and the assurance of the Girl Scout Council that their use of the
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premises will be kept within reasonable bounds, and any misuse of the
property (excessive noise or smoke or disturbance) will be prevented.
The statement also included that in deference to the objections of their
neighbors to the use of the headquarters for overnight ?ctivities, they
withdrew their request for permission so to do and requested the Council
to so stipulate in their approval of the variance application that over-
night use is prohibited.
No one else desiring to be heard Councilman Reibo1d ~ that the hearing
be closed, Councilman Phillips seconded the motion which was carried
unanimously,
Councilman Butterworth stated in part that he could see no reason to
reach a conclusion at this meeting; that pe'rhapsc:other..factsccou1d"be
before the Council,
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Discussion ensued.
Councilman Camphouse stated in part' that in his opinion to continue the
matter would be an unnecessary delay; that the City originally invited the
Girl Scouts to locate in the subject area; that sufficient facts have been
presented at this hearing to enable the Council to arrive at a decision,
and that he ~ that the Council approve the recommendation of the
Planning Commission as contained in its Resolution No. 424 and grant the
requested zone variance, Councilman Phillips seconded the motion,
Councilman Butterworth MOVED that the above motion be tabled for two weeks,
Councilman Reibo1d seconded the motion.
Councilman Butterworth stated in part that he was not familiar with all
of the facts in the matter, not having been present at the Planning
Commission meeting, and that although not necessarily opposed to the
requested variance, he desired additional time to think about it and
that he felt his motion to table should be supported.
Councilman Phillips stated in part that there should be some definition
of the considerations before the Council at this time, to wit: the use
of the area. That in his opinion this is not the issue inasmuch as the
Girl Scouts have had and still have the right to use the land in accordance
with the laws of the community; that in his opinion they could have a
fire ring if it were not an open fire. That the placing of a roof over
the concrete slab falls within the requirements of a variance and that
this appears to be the sole problem. That the applicants have conceded
a number of points, such as foregoing overnight usage. He suggested .that
they might explore using a gas fire ring in cinder blocks. That although
there might not be an emergency to resolve this matter at this meeting,
still, in his opinion, the issue is clear and there is no reason.for delay.
Councilman Reibo1d stated in part that inasmuch as the application was
filed August 25, 1961, and there have been several continuances prior to
this meeting that another two weeks delay for reconsideration would not
be materially detrimental.
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Mayor Balser stated in part that although the neighbors had valid
objections, sufficient time has been spent on that phase, and that in
his opinion the Girl Scouts want to be and will be good neighbors. That
he has studied the minutes and resolutions of the Planning Commission on
this matter and is familiar with the situation and cannot see what
purpose could be served in delaying decision for two weeks.
Councilman Butterworth then asked Mrs, Solomon if any emergency existed
with which a two weeks delay would interfere and Hrs, SololllOn replied
in substance that she had appeared on this matter many times and a1th~ugh
there;.\o1as no..immediate .\lrgency, that she would like the matter settled,
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Whereupon the following roll call vote was taken on the motion to table:
AYES:
NOES:
Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold
Councilmen Camphouse, Phillips, Balser
Upon the request of Councilman Reiboid, Councilman Camphouse amended
his motion to include the further restriction that overnight sleeping,
not included in Planning Commission Resolution No, 424, be prohibited,
to which Councilman Phillips agreed as the seconding member. Said
MOTION as AMENDED was carried on the following roll call:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Mayor Balser declared a recess at 9:30 P.M.
The meeting reconvened at 9:36 P.M.
MATTERS FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION:
ZONE VARIANCE
(Lutheran
Church)
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(Foothill
Jewish
Community
Center)
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Planning Commission Resolution No. 423 recommending denial of zone
variance request of the American Lutheran Church (130 West Duarte Road),
Inasmuch as the applicant requested withdrawal of its requested zone
variance, the City Attorney stated that a resolution covering same
would be presented at the next Council meeting.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 425 recommending denial of zone
variance request of the Foothill Jewish Community Center to allow
temple and religious school at 160 East Sycamore Avenue.
Councilman Phillips MOVED that Council approve the recommendation of
the Planning Commission as embodied in its Resolution No. 425, and that
the petition of the Foothill Jewish Community Center for a zone variance
to allow a temple and religious school at 160 E. Sycamore Avenue, be
denied, and that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution
accordingly. Councilman Camphouse seconded the motion which was carried
on r~ll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The Director of Planning advised that with regard to the notice received
last April from the Regional Planning Commission of the proposed amend-
ment No. 451 to the Master Plan of Highways that Sixth Avenue, between
Duarte Road and Camino Real, and Fifth Avenue, between Duarte Road and
Foothill Boulevard, be designated as 80 foot highways, that subsequent
notice has been received that both Fifth and Sixth Avenues have been
removed from the proposed amendment.
After viewing and discussing the various routes 'of the proposed San
Gabriel River Freeway between the San Bernardino Freeway and the Foothill
Freeway as depicted on a wall map and being advised by the City Manager
and the Director of Planning that the Planning Commission recommends
for approval the route depicted as the orange-brown line terminating
in Duarte near Bradbourne Avenue, such recommendation being based on
difference in construction costs; the number of families to be removed
and the number of parcels of land to be acquired as well as the benefit
ratio being consistent with that of the other routes studied, Council-
man Reibold ~ that the Council accept the recommendation of the
Planning Commission as stated above. Councilman Camphouse seconded the
motion which was carried unanimously.
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ZONE VARIANCE
(Harding's
Gardenland)
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Mayor Balser declared that since no action can be taken until time for
appeal elapses (11-9-61) the zone variance request of Harding's Garden-
land, Inc. to use the 20 foot strip of land lying west of Second Avenue
for storage of materials used in connection with their nursery (Planning
Commission Resolution No. 427 recommending approval) will be held over
until the appeal period has passed.
MATTERS FROM THE CITY MANAGER:
RESALE OF
EXCESS P. E.
PROPERTY
PURCHASE OF
p. E. PROPERTY
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MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Reibold and
carried unanimously that in compliance with the recommendation of the
City Manager consideration of the commencement of negotiations for the I
transfer or sale of certain excess Pacific Electric Railway Company
property be tabled pending further staff study.
Upon the advice of the City Manager that the Pacific Electric Railway
Company has delivered to the Title Company a deed to the property
purchased by the City, said deed to be delivered to the City upon
certain conditions of payment (Total purchase price $375,000 plus other
incidental charges of $1781), Councilman Phillips MOVED that Council
accept the recommendation of the City Manager and authorize the
appropriation for this purpose of $377,000, said appropriation to be
transferred and appropriated as follows:
1. Transfer and appropriate $200,000 from the Water Fund Earned Surplus
Account No. 291 to Capital Improvement Projects Account No. 205,
Property Purchase, Huntington Drive Extension;
2. Transfer and appropriate $67,572.66 from Reserve for Capital Projects
Account No. 285 in the General Fund to Capital Improvement Project
Account No. 205;
3. Appropriate $48,427.34 from Capital Improvement Project Surplus
Account No. 290 to Account No. 205;
4. Transfer and appropriate $61,000 from General Fund Unappropriated
Surplus Account No. 290 to Capital Improvement Projects Account
No. 205.
That the $200,000 appropriated from the Water Fund be repaid to said
fund upon subsequent sales of the excess property involved,
Motion seconded by Councilman Camphouse and carried on roll call vote
as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Reibold then ~ that the City Manager be authorized to I
enter into escrow for the acquisition of said property. Councilman
Camphouse seconded the motion which was carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman. Reibold and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Council accept the recommen-
dation of the City Manager and the Library Board and authorize the transfer
of $879 ($809 installation, plus 7 months maintenance $70) from Unappropri-
ated Surplus Library Fund No, 290 to the Library Building and Maintenance
Account No. 460-38 in the Library General Fund, for the purpose of
installing a sprinkler alarm system by Tele-Fire of California, Inc. at
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of Parking
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the Library connected directly with Fire Headquarters, such installation
to help prevent excessive fire and water damage in the Library in the
event the alarm is not heard or reported:
AYBS: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOBS: None
ABSBNT: None
Discussion was held on the cost estimate submitted by the City Manager
of $18,687 for the construction of a parking lot westerly of the Library;
said estimate contemplating the cost of improving the 195' x 405"parcel
immediately west of the Library site by the installation of two driveway
entrances, grading, installation of 2-1/2" asphaltic concrete pavement,
etc., and to install a curb and gutter at the southerly end of the
subject improvement to take care of part of the drainage, and in addition
the construction of approximately 200 feet of storm drain pipe to take
care of the balance of the proposed improved parking lot and drainage
pipe to eliminate existing ditch in rear of the library.
The City Manager advised that should Council desire to consider improving
only a portion of the area at this time that it is estimated this would
cost approximately $12,000, and that in such event he recommended the
front half of the total area be improved.
Whereupon Councilman Camphouse MOVBD that the Council instruct the
Director of Public Works to proceed with the preparation of plans and
specifications for the improvement of the subject area and that as soon
as such plans and specifications are completed the City Clerk be
authorized to call for bids for such work in conformance with said
specifications on the entire parcel and also for alternates for the
improvement of the front portion only of such area. Councilman Phillips
seconded the motion which was carried unanimously,
GASOLINE Upon recommendation o!)the City Manager, Mayor Balser ordered the report
(Central regarding proposed central purchasing of gasoline through Los Angeles
Purchase County referred back to staff pending an analysis and report on all
through existing contracts and agreements between the City of Arcadia and the
Los Angeles County of Los Angeles.
County)
rt~~~ The matter of whether to enforce universally Section 11.8 of the Uniform
~UNIFORM~NDEXEITraffic Ordinance, which reads as follows, after a suitable educational
TRAFFIC . program or to resci~aid section, was discussed at length:
ORDINANCB ' ,
(Section 11.8) "Section 11,8, All Night Parking Prohibited. No person shall stop,
stand or park a vehicle on any street for a period of time longer than
thirty (30) minutes between the hours of 2:00 A.M. and 4:00 A.M. of
any day, provided that this section shall not apply to a vehicle of any
regularly licensed physician when actually engaged in making professional
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It was stated that this section has not been enforced since the adoption
of the ordinance based on the fact that there appeared to be no great
problems involved and could be handled on a complaint basis; however,
a check by the police department a year ago disclosed 700 violations
of said section whereas a check in October, 1961 disclosed 1154
violations, indicating a growing problem in this regard; that complaints
are received about cars in violation and explanation is difficult as to
why no action is taken, and that it is necessary to decide whether the
said section should be enforced or rescinded.
The Chief of Police entered into the discussion and described the problems
that would be encountered in the enforcement of the ordinance; however,
that in his opinion proper respect for the law required either its
enforcement or rescission; that if Council desires the ordinance
enforced, an educational program be instigated, warning citations given
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BURGLARY
PREVENTION
(Commercial)
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at the commencement of the program and thereafter traffic citations
with no exceptions, The subject of temporary permits of approximately
a week's duration for visitors of permanent residents was discussed, as
well as permission for residents to park on the street permanently in
such cases where no off-street parking was available within a reason-
able distance and that such permit be granted only for proven good cause
and a sizeable fee charged for same, It was also stated that enforce-
ment of the ordinance would result in an improvement in the aesthetic
appearance of the City's streets, as well as improving traffic safety,
an easier street sweeping program and the ability of the police to
notice unfamiliar cars in a neighborhood,
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that in the interim warning notices be placed upon cars and as much
publicity as possible be obtained to give notice of the enforcement;
and that the staff proceed with some kind of a temporary permit in
extreme cases, Councilman Butterworth seconded the motion which was
carried on roll call vote as follows:
Councilman Phillips then MOVED that the
Manager and the Police Chief to enforce
Traffic Ordinance; that the enforcement
Council instruct the City
Section 11,8 of the Uniform
become effective January 2,
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibo1d, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Manager distributed to the Council pamphlets regarding burglary
prevention, and stated that said pamphlet will be distributed to the
Chamber of Commerce and all commercial establishments within the
community, The Chief of Police added that the Arcadia police force
will offer its services to the merchants if they wish in a program of
instructions on security. In answer to a query as to information
regarding residential burglary prevention, the Chief of Police advised
that the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has such information,
MOTION by Councilman Reibo1d, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried unanimously that Council accept the recommendation of the City
Manager, the Director of Public Works and the Police Department and
authorize the installation of boulevard stop signs at the following
locations:
On Catalpa Road at A1tura Road
Stop sign for westbound traffic
On Volante Drive at A1tura Road
Stop signs for eastbound and westbound traffic
On La Rosa Road at A1tura Road
Stop sign for eastbound traffic
On Encanto Drive at A1tura Road
Stop signs for eastbound and westbound traffic
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On Panorama Drive at A1tura Road
Stop signs for eastbound and westbound traffic
On Corto Road at A1tura Road
Stop sign for westbound traffic
On De Anza Place at A1tura Road
Stop sign for eastbound traffic
On Columbia Road at A1tura Road
Stop sign for eastbound traffic
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CURB &;
GUTTER '
CONSTRUCTION
(Live Oak)
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The City Manager reported that in accordance with the City Council
decision of March 21, 1961, after "Notice to Construct Curb" was duly
mailed and posted, one owner having failed to construct the required
curb and gutter within the 60 day period provided by Section 5880 Streets
and Highways Code, the Superintendent of Streets caused the curb and
gutter to be constructed adjacent to the parcel at a cost of $416.58,
said cost to be assessed to one parcel of property located at the corner
" of Live Oak Avenue and Las Tunas Drive described as follows:
United California Bank, executor for estate
of Herbert Kalliwoda;
A portion of Lot 69, Santa Anita Colony Tract,
MR 42-87; 0.30 more or less acres being (except
of streets) that part lying southwest of Las
Tunas Drive and easterly of a line parallel
with and distance easterly measured at right
angles 351 feet from westerly line of said lot,
MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried
unanimously that Council acknowledge receipt of the report of the
Superintendent of Streets; that the matter be set for public hearing
at 8:00 P.M., November 21, 1961, and the staff instructed to give
appropriate notice.
Mayor Balser ordered filed the communication from the Stanford Research
Institute (reply to City's inquiry as to their availability for making
a civil defense survey in Arcadia) wherein they indicate that they could
serve no useful purpose at this time in view of the background of
information pertaining to various requirements for survival following
nuclear attack already developed by the City. Mayor Balser added that
as recommended by the City Manager, the City will continue its efforts
on a local level through its existing facilities, with the guidance of
the newly formed Arcadia Civil Defense Board and assistance of established
area, County, State and Federal agencies.
The City Manager advised that the Los Angeles County Flood Control District
proposes to construct fencing along the Santa Anita Wash from Peck Road
Spreading Basin northerly to Sierra Madre Wash; and, in addition, to
Anita modify the existing levies along the northerly side of the Peck Road
Fencing)Spreading Basin in the vicinity of the Par 3 Golf Course. That plans
have been submitted to the Department of Public Works for the proposed
fencing and levy reconstruction along the Peck Road Spreading Basin and
Santa Anita Wash, northerly to Live Oak Avenue.
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MOTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Phillips and
carried unanimously that Council accept the recommendation of the City
Manager and the Director of Public Works and approve the work contemplated
on Los Angeles County Flood Control District Plan No, 22l-D89.l through
9.3 both inclusive and plan No, 36-D39.l and ,2 subject to the conditions
set forth in the report of the Director of Public Works dated November
2, 1961,
The City Manager stated that after reviewing the Council minutes of
October 10, 1961, with respect to the proposed acquisition of the
Cadwallader property, from which meeting he was absent, he wished to
make the following clarifications of statements made at said meeting
as to exactly what transpired during the negotiations:
"On May 3, 1961, as a result of Council action which authorized the
City Manager to begin negotiations for these properties, we had
prepared an appraisal of the property by Mr. Richard W. Puffer, who
appraised the property at $84,975 which we rounded out to $85,000,
I pointed out that the appraiser selected for this work has appraised
a full appraisal that could be used by the City for the purpose of
condemnation. Under such circumstances we would not reveal the
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actual appraised amount or the details of the appraisal. However, since we
do not contemplate condemnation action in the matter we feel free to quote
these figures and offer you an opportunity to review the complete contents of
the appraisal. We are therefore prepared to carry out the acquisition of the
property by recommending to the Council a purchase price of not to exceed
$85,000. We invited them to review the appraisal and to reply. They did not
reply by written communication but made several trips into the office wanting
considerably more than this. As a result of that we had a second appraisal
made from a list of appraisers that one of their representatives had recommended
to us and, one of these appraisers we did employ, and he came up with a price
of $104,000. We then sent him a communication on August 2, 1961 stating that
on the basis of the new appraisal that we would recommend to the City Council
the acquisition of the property at $100,000. We finally received a written
reply August 9, 1961 which stated that they had been dealing with us on the
basis of the total price of $125,000.
"1 would like to point out that nowhere during discussions have we ever reaChel
an agreement as to a fair price for the land. 1 informed Mr. Cadwallader as
well as Mr. Pratt, who represented him on a couple of occasions, that if the
property was worth the figure that they set, and for which they intimated they
had offers, that certainly they should go ahead and sell this land, because
the City did not want to stand in the way of a sale, and that we would not
proceed on condemnation. They subsequently offered to sell us the property
for $110,000.
"At your meeting of September 21, 1961, the matter was reviewed, the financial
condition of the City was pointed out, and you authorized the City Manager to
attempt to secure an 180 day option to purchase the property for a total of
$105,000 with $5000 to be paid upon the execution of the option. This was
delivered to their office the following morning. We heard nothing from them
on the matter at all, except that they were not satisfied with the matter and
had appeared before you on October 10, 1961.
"Again 1 would like to say that at no time did we make any offers other than
the two that we mentioned, nor did we advise them to do anything but sell the
property if they had an opportunity to sell it.
"At your October 10, 1961 meeting you passed a motion to withdraw the option
offer. Subsequently, however, after the passing of the motion, while there
was not another motion made, the owners were requested to consult with the
Manager. Shortly after my return 1 did sit down with them and discussed the
matter in great detail and today received a letter from them as follows:
'650 W. Duarte Rd. Arcadia, Calif,
November 6, 1961
'Mr. Harold K. Schone
City Manager
City of Arcadia, City Hall
240 West Huntington Drive
Arcadia, California
Dear Mr. Schone:
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'Please be advised that on behalf of Mr. Forest E. Shannon,
Mr, Theodore B. Francisco and myself, on the matter of our
Arcadia Property, we are hereby advising you that we accept
your offer as outlined in your letter to us of September 22,1961.
'At this same time we are advising you that we are willing to sell
you this property at a reduced figure of one hundred thousand dollars,
providing we go into escrow this week with the escrow time not to
exceed thirty days.
'Yours very truly,
(s) Fred K. Cadwallader
Fred K. Cadwallader
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"Now the second part of that I could not recommend, They are reducing the
price. We are in no financial position to go into escrow this week, nor .
to complete the escrow within thirty days. It is now a matter of whether
your offer has legally been withdrawn on the six months option, Now it is
a question of whether you want to reinstate that six months option for the
acquisition of this property under the t~rms that w~ had originally
discussed."
After general discussion and it being the consensus of the Council,
Councilman Butterworth MOVED that the Council instruct the City Attorney
to prepare an offer in connection with the Cadwallader property, this
offer to embody, among other conditions, the following: 1) that the
purchase price of the property be $105,000; that the City pay $5000 down
and have the option to pay the balance of the purchase price within the
period of 180 days from the date the offer is accepted by the owners of
the property; that the offer must be accepted by the owners within ten
days after the date it is presented to them; that they must be able to
show good marketable title, take care of the taxes at their expense and
the upkeep of the property during the 180 day period, and that in the
event the Council determines that it cannot take the option or purchase
the property within the 180 day period, that the $5000 be forfeited to
the owners of the property, and such other conditions as the City Attorney
can provide, Councilman Reibold seconded the motionwhich was carried on
roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and carried
on roll call vote as follows that Council accept the recommendation of the
City Manager and the Director of Public Works and authorize the Director of
Public Works to proceed with the work of widening portions of Duarte Road
and Naomi Avenue at an estimated cost of $1150 as set forth in his
communication of November 7, 1961 to the City Manager; and authorize the
transfer of said $1150 from surplus funds in Capital Improvement Project
Account No. 212, Arcadia Avenue Improvement to Account No, 218, Duarte
Road-Naomi Avenue Street Widening:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Manager commented that in connection with the fire in Los Angeles
City and County, the City's Fire Department aided by the use of one
pumper and four men 24 hours a day and filled in at one of the fire
stations while they were out fighting the fire,
The matter of the complaint regarding the unsightly appearance of remain-
ing chicken equipment in the City and the methods the City might pursue to
expedite the removal of such equipment, which matter was continued from
the Council meeting of October 17, 1961 to enable the Council to study
the report submitted by the City Attorney, was discussed at length.
It was brought out in part that the City has an abatement procedure in
its zoning ordinance which has not been used on many occasions, but which
would ultimately provide for the elimination of such equipment. That some
of the equipment has already been removed or converted to other uses; that
the ban on keeping chickens on a commercial basis is less than a year old
and doubtless much of the equipment will be removed in the foreseeable
future, some by subdivisions being constructed in the area, etc, That
some eastern cities have laws based solely on ~esthetics and eventually
that might be possible here; that other cities, among them Colton and
Beverly Hills, have enacted laws for the removal of unsightly buildings
that are inadequately maintained, abandoned and the like, that such law
might be feasible here.
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To Mr. Landvogt's remark regarding the unsanitary condition of such
equipment, particularly with .regard to rodents, he was advised that
the Health Department, as well as the City's Building and Fire Departments
inspects such areas and requires adherence to the City's Health and
Fire Codes; that any complaint in this regard if furnished to the City
Manager's office will receive prompt attention.
Mayor Balser then ordered the matter referred to staff for further
procedure,
COMMUNICATIONS:
SALE OF MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Reibo1d and carriedl
CHRISTMAS /), unanimously that a business permit be granted Orlando C1arizio to use
TREES L)V, his property at 1601 South Baldwin Avenue for the sale of Christmas trees
(C1arizio)
PARAKEETS Discussion was again held on the matter of commercial breeding and raising
..iJ /J &~J,In; i of parakeets in a residential area, which matter had been brought before
(i. : 7( iT . "I" the Council at previous meetings by Mr, and Mrs. John H. Colvin, 503 West
Wistaria Avenue, who complained about such situation next door to their
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Mrs, Colvin's communication of November 1, 1961, requesting legislation
prohibiting such enterprise and mentioning neighboring cities that have
such legislation was also discussed, as was the San Marino ordinance on
the subject, which had been submitted to the City Manager by Mrs. Colvin.
It was suggested that the City might adopt an ordinance similar to that
adopted for the elimination of the commercial raising of chickens; or
the enactment of legislation restricting the raising of parakeets to a
hobby only and the number that would constitute a hobby.
Mr. Lloyd Porter, 229 West Las Tunas Drive, addressed the Council and
advised in substance that he has been breeding and raising parakeets as
a hobby for approximately 13 years and has never heard any complaints
registered by his neighbors; that in his opinion complaints as to noise
could be eliminated by proper screening, such as a wall or hedge. He
requested the Council not to restrict such a hobby as to numbers inasmuch
as it is necessary to have about 200 to successfully enter such birds in
shows, etc, He suggested as an alternative to restricting numbers that
the matter be handled on a nuisance basis.
Mrs. E. S. Fisher, 485 West Wistaria, addressed the Council, and stated
in part that she agreed with the Co1vins that the breeding and raising of
parakeets .on a commercial basis in a residential area is a detriment to
the neighborhood, She added that the subject area where the parakeets are
housed is in an unkempt condition as well as being noisy; that there is
no screening, and agreed with the question asked of her, that a six foot
solid brick wall would reduce the noise factor.
After further discussion,
some restrictive measures
Balser ordered the matter
it being the consensus of the Council that
should be adopted on the subject matter, Mayor
referred to staff for study and report.
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LIBRARY
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Mayor Balser ordered filed the communication dated October 26, 1961 from
the Library Board acknowledging with thanks Council's prompt action in
making available the funds for additional library personnel.
BENCH
INSTALLATIONS
MOTION by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Reibo1d and carried
unanimously that Council authorize the granting of a permit to Bench Ad Co.
to install two benches at the corner of Baldwin Avenue and Huntington Drive
(S/W) abutting the Shell Service Station,
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MOTION by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Phillips and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the Mayor and City Clerk be
authorized to refund the following sums, being the unused portions of
investigation fee~ deposited in connection with applications for business
permits:
-::J1! yf Michael L. Richards
!f/(; () Arthur E. Wigdahl
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
$13 ,12
$13.12
MATTERS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY:
ORDINANCE
NO. 1151
(Adopted)
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NO. 1152
(Adopted)
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1148
(Introduced)
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained 'the content
and read ,the title of Ordinance No. 1151, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE
ANNEXATION TO SAID CITY OF THAT CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY CONTIGUOUS
TO SAID CITY DESCRIBED IN RESOLUTION NO. 3410 ADOPTED BY SAID CITY
COUNCIL ON SEPTEMBER 5, 1961, AND DESIGNATED THEREIN AS 'ANNEXATION NO.
26, WEST ARCADIA UNINHABITED' ,"
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. 1151 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Phillips further ~ that Ordinance No, 1151 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Camphouse and carried on roll call vote
as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No, 1152, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING THE REAL
PROPERTY WITHIN THE LIMITS OF PROPOSED 'ANNEXATION NO. 26, WEST ARCADIA
UNINHABlTED' IN ZONES R-3 AND D (ARCHITECTURAL OVERLAY) AND AMENDING THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE ACCORDINGLY."
MOTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Ordinance No, 1152 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Reibold further MOVED that Ordinance No. 1152 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Camphouse and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and
read the title of Ordinance No. 1148, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 8711,
8714, 8721.8 AND 8721.8,1 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADDING NEW
SECTIONS 8721.8.2 THROUGH 8724 THERETO."
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1153
(Introduced)
RESOLUTION
NO. 3424
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RESOLUTION
NO. 3425
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MOTION by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Ordinance No. 1148 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Camphouse further MOVED that Ordinance No. 1148 be introduced,
Motion seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser I
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content an
read the title of Ordinance No. 1153, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 2653.2,
2654.3 AND 2654.4,2 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE; RENUMBERING SECTION
2653.6.3 THEREOF; AND REPEALING SECTION 2653,6.2 AND SUBSECTION (5) OF
SECTION 2651 THEREOF."
MOTION by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Phillips and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body
of Ordinance No, 1153 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Camphouse further MOVED that Ordinance No. 1153 be introduced.
Motion seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No, 3424, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA; CALIFORNIA, DETERMINING AND ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS
APPLICABLE TO THE REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1167 WEST DUARTE ROAD IN SAID
CITY UPON ITS CLASSIFICATION IN ZONE D (ARCHITECTURAL OVERLAY)."
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. 3424 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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Councilman Reibold further MOVED that Resolution No, 3424 be adopted,
Motion seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried on roll call vote
as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 3425, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE SCALE OF PREVAILING RATE
OF PER DIEM WAGES AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 3397 AND ALL OTHER
RESOLUTIONS IN CONFLICT HEREWITH."
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NO. 3426
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RESOLUTION
NO. 3427
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NO. 3428
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MOTION by Councilman Buttetw9rthi' seconded by Councilman Phillips and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body
of Resolution No. 3425 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Butterworth further MOVED that Resolution No. 3425 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: Councilman Camphouse
ABSENT: None
.The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No. 3426" entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE MODIFICATION OF FRONT SETBACK
AND YARD REQUIREMENTS FOR REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 920 SOUTH SECOND
AVENUE IN SAID CITY."
MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No. 3426 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Phillips further ~ that Resolution No. 3426 be adopted,
Motion seconded by Councilman Camphouse and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No, 3427, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE AND ABANDON
A PORTION OF THE FIRST ALLEY SOUTH OF DUARTE ROAD EASTERLY FROM SECOND
AVENUE AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR THE HEARING OF OBJECTIONS TO SUCH
PROPOSED VACATION AND ABANDONMENT."
MOTION by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No. 3427 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse,.Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Camphouse further MOVED that Resolution No. 3427 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No, 3428, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE AND ABANDON
A PORTION OF ST. JOSEPH STREET AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR THE HEARING
OF OBJECTIONS TO SUCH PROPOSED VACATION AND ABANDONMENT."
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NO. 3429
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NO. 3431
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NO. 3432
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MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Phillips and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No. 3428 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Butterworth further MOVED that Resolution No, 3428 be adopted,
Motion seconded by Councilman Camphouse and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No, 3429, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING A ZONE VARIANCE TO PERMIT THE
CONSTRUCTION OF ONE ADDITIONAL DWELLING AT 517 TO 5l9~ SOUTH THIRD
AVENUE IN SAID CITY UPON SPECIFIED CONDITIONS."
MOTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No, 3429 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
. NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Reibold further MOVED that Resolution No, 3429 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No. 3431, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CONSENTING TO THE ANNEXATION TO THE CITY OF
PASADENA OF CERTAIN UNINHABITED TERRITORY SITUATED WITHIN THREE MILES OF
THE BOUNDARY OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA."
MOTION by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No. 3431 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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Councilman Camphouse further MOVED that Resolution No, 3431 be adopted,
Motion seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No. 3432, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING CERTAIN INTERSECTIONS OF PUBLIC
STREETS AS STOP INTERSECTIONS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAINING
OF STOP SIGNS THEREAT."
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MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body
of Resolution No, 3432 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Phillips further ~ that Resolution No. 3432 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman'Camphou~e and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Camphouse, Reibold, Phillips, Balser
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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Mr. Michael L. Richards addressed the Council and advised that.due to
the fact that at the Public Hearing of October 17, 1961 his application
for a business permit to solicit door to door for the sale and/or service
of Electrolux equipment was disapproved by the Council, based on the
premise that the City is presently adequately covered with respect to
this particular operation, that he desired permission to file another
application inasmuch as the Electrolux representative in the City at this
time does not work full time due to ill health and that he would, if the
Council so desired, secure permission from said representative to assist
him.
The City Clerk read a memorandum from the License Officer which stated
in substance that the' Electrolux representative presently licensed by the
City secures his permit on a monthly basis.
After discussion Mr. Richards was requested by the Council to secure
a letter from the Electrolux Corporation incorporating therein their
policy regarding the number of salesmen covering a given area, and also
a letter from the present Electrolux representative corroborating his
part-time work, said letters to be presented with bis new application,
and that said matter would then be set for hearing,
MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS:
AUDIT ']:"30/ The City Manager advised that the Council will be receiving copies of the
IN.D~Dannual financial audit shortly,
INDEPENDENT Councilman Phillips advised that the quarterly meeting of the Independent
CITIES I~ Cities will be held at the Rodger Young Auditorium on November 15,1961 at
6:30 P.M. and asked that as many of the Council attend as possible,
LIGHTING OF
BASEBALL AJ f
DIAMOND fY. S.
(County Park)
WATER
PRESSURE
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MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Reibold and
carried unanimously that Council approve the recommendation of Councilman
Camphouse and direct the City Manager to write to Supervisor Bonelli
requesting his assistance in lighting the baseball diamond in the County
Park in Arcadia, making night games possible.
Councilman Camphouse called attention to the fact that low water pressure
hindered the work of the firemen at the recent Bel Air fire and suggested
that the staff and Fire Department investigate and have available current
data on necessary equipment to handle fire emergencies, including
pertinent information on water pressure.
Mayor Balser advised that the Civil Defense Board was duly inaugurated
October 31, 1961 and that he had appointed Councilman Butterworth as
Council's liaison with said Board.
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MOTION by Councilman Camphouse~ "seconde!l by Councilman' Phillips and
carried unanimously that the'.audit re~ort .and financial st.atemimt as
I"'L. .'.' . of June 30, 1961 be accepted. Mayor Balser stated that the matter
..::T ..,...,. would be discussed at the next Council meeting.
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.UNIFORM SALES The City Attorney advised that the.State Board of Equalization has
AND USE TAX requested that if possible the amendments to the Uniform ,Sales and Use
.ORDINANCE Tax Ordinance be adopted and.certified copies sent to them by November
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