Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAboutMAY 15,1962 1 INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF MINUTES (~lay 1, 1962) 14- 5680 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING NAY IS, 1962 the City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., }ffiy IS, 1962. the Invocation was offered by Father Thomas Stehly, Assistant Pastor of the Holy Angels Church. Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips led in the pledge of allegiance to the flag. PRESENT : ABSENT : Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner Mayor Butterworth MOTION by Councilman Reibold that the minutes of the Regular meeting of May 1, 19q2 be approved as submitted in writing. Councilman Balser ~econded the motion which was carried unanimously, with the exception of Councilman Phillips, who abstained due to his absence from said meeting. (May 10, 1962) Councilman Turner NOVED that the minutes of the Special Meeting of ~ffiy 10, 1962 as submitted in writing be amended by amending page I, line 2, paragraph 4, to read as follows: "....of $5000 and $1500 respectively, pe returned to the estate of Harry Mdffihon" and that as thus amended, said minutes be approved. Councilman Reibold seconded the motion which was carried unanimously, with the exception of Councilman Balser who abstained due to his absence from said meeting. HEARING (Murad) j 90c) 1 INDEXEb Planning Commission Resolution No. 444 recommending the granting of a zone variance to allow a second dwelling at 931 South Eighth Avenue. the Planning Director displayed and explained a map of the area, which included the subject property, as well as a plot plan of the proposed ~econd dwelling. He stated in substance that the subject property is now improved with a single family dwelling built in 1945 and located approximately 119 feet from the front lot line and contains approxi- mately 916 square feet. That the property is in Zone R-l, which allows more than one dwelling under three specified conditions. That the ~ubject lot complies with two conditions in that it contains more than ,he minimum square footage requirement for two houses and that more than ,he minimum requirement of lots on the subject block have more than one house. That the property does not comply with the requirement of having peen resubdivided since 1949. That in the opinion of the Planning Commission the subject property would be denied the right possessed by the other properties to the south and that said Commission recommends that the application be approved subject to the conditions set forth in Planning Commission Resolution No. 444 (Resolution on file in .office of the City Clerk). the City Clerk advised that there were no additional communications having previously submitted to the City Council all pertinent data, including pictures, which had been made a part of the file. Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips declared the. hearing open and announced that the Council would first hear from the appellants: 1. 5-15-62 (Ryan) (Ilrockstedt) (Teague) (Clausen) 14:568l STATEMENTS REPORTED HEREIN ARE IN PART ONLY. FULL TAPE.;RECORDING ON FILE IN OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK. Mr. Charles Ryan, 719 Encino Drive, addressed the Council and stated in part that he had attended the Planning Commission meetings; that he has no objection to the building of an additional house on the subject property; that it is not a personal matter; that he is only opposed to the granting of a variance to permit R-l property to be improved with a second dwelling; that the variance should not be granted, in his opinion, just because there are second dwellings on adjacent properties. Mrs. Ruth L. Brockstedt, 926 S. 8th Avenue addressed the Council and stated in part that she has no animosity toward the applicants, who are 1 her friends and neighbors across the street, but that she feels as does ~rr. Ryan, that a variance should not be granted to erect a second house on a lot in R-l zone, Mrs. Dorothy Teague, 1009 S. 8th Avenue addressed the Council and stated in part that her property is immediately south of the subject property; that she objects to the granting of the requested zone variance on the ground that she does not think it will tend to upgrade the area; that she has two houses on her lot but that it is ISO feet wide and if it were split it would provide for two full 75 foot lots, Mr, Peer B. Clausen, 925 So 8th Avenue addressed the Council, stating in part that he is not opposed to new development on the front of 931 S. 8th Avenue but is opposed to the retention of the existing house on the rear portion of said property. Mr. Clausen made reference to City requirements, quoting from a prepared statement (on file in the office of the City Clerk) specifically referring to those conditions under which a second dwelling may be constructed. He also quoted from the minutes of the Planning Commission, setting forth requirements, including the requirement of square footage, percentage of surrounding property which must be improved with second dwellings, submission of plans and specifications to the building department only, which, in his opinion, grants the property o,;ner the right to rezone his R-l property. The three conditions reflected in Planning Commission Resolution No. 4/>4 were discussed at length by Mr. Clausen, including the code section which states that there would be no more than one house on R-l property if not divided since June 1949; that he feels his property would decrease in value if this variance were granted; that in his opinion the granting of this variance would constitute a form of entrapment, giving others rights and privileges which he did not receive at the time of the improvement of his property. Mr, Clausen continued in part, referring to definitions of a "block"; the existing improvements on adjacent property to 931 S. 8th Avenue; various portions of the Code; the fact that 8th Avenue residents presently have only 8th Avenue as a means of ingress and egress; th,' traffic on 8th Avenue eminating therefrom, etc. 1 Mr. Clausen further stated in part that the proposed new house is to have four bedrooms, the present house has three, thus accommodating approxi-' mately 14 persons and an unkno,;n number of cars, and this, he felt, would not tend to upgrade the area; that he was not seeking any favors from the Council and it was his hope that none would be granted. That in his opinion the present zoning ordinances are unrealistic and incompatible with present conditions; that perhaps remaining vacant properties should be placed under special commissions for proper development; and that he was asking the Council not to grant the subject variance request, No one else desiring to speak in opposition, Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips stated that the Council would now hear those in favor of the requested variance. 2. 5-15-62 (Mr. Murad) 1 (Mr. Mead) (Hrs. Evans) (Hrs. Hurad) (Mr, Hurad) 14:5682 ~lr. S. E. ~lurad, (applicant) addressed the Council, stating in part that he has improved the existing property since its purchase in 1957; that he has need for larger quarters for his increased family; that his property meets all requirements except that it has not been subdivided since 1949; that a new house on the front of his property will improve the appearance of the street and will benefit the entire neighborhood; that he is willing to honor all requirements of the Planning Commission; that the existing house was built prior to his ownership, Reference was made to a carport and fence within the measurement of his property. Mr. Clarence Head, residing at 842 Sunset Blvd., and o,<ner of the property at 1019 and 1020 S. 8th Avenue, addressed the Council, stating in part that in his opinion the construction of an additional dwclling on the subject property would improve it; that the lots being decp, nothing much can be done with them other than building second dwcllings. Mrs. Marie Evans, 1000 S. 8th Avenue, addressed the Council, stating in part that she feels an additional house on the front of applicants' property will improve the area. ~lrs. S. E. Murad addressed the Council, stating in part that a bathtub had been installed in the existing house together with other improvements; that the main objectors to the construction of an additional house are the adjacent property owners only; that they (the applicants) would be agreeable to increasing the size of the proposed house to about 1500 square fee t. To Councilman Reibold's question as to what kind of house the applicants propose to build, Mr. Murad replied that he proposed building a very modern house, the roof to be wood shingle. (Mr. Clausen) No one else desired to speak in favor of the requested zone variance and with the permission of Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips, Mr.Clausen again addressed the Council, adding in substance that the two rental houses he owns are on separate lots, one being in Monrovia and the other abutting his residence. That at the Planning Commission hearing the 14 signatures submitted did not favor the variance. That Mr. Mead is an absentee landlord and not familiar with the situation; that Mrs. Evans has resided on the street for quite a while and that it is now time, in his op1n10n, to bring the City's regulations regarding vacant property up to date. 1 TRACT NO. 27240 (Final) j~C1 jJ [NDEXED In answer to Councilman Reibold's comment that the Council is concerned about Mr. Clausen's statement regarding traffic generated on 8th Avenue, and whether Mr. Clausen thought the ordinance should be changed to preclude any property owner on 8th Avenue having the right to build a second house, Mr. Clausen stated in part that he thought the ordinance as now written is not compatible with present day conditions. There being no further discussion Councilman Balser MOVED that the hearing be closed. Councilman Turner seconded the motion which was carried unanimously. Matter to be placed on agenda for June 6, 1962 Council meeting to afford Mayor Butterworth an opportunity to study the evidence presented and to review the matter, The Planning Director displayed a final map of Tract No. 27240 located north of Woodruff Avenue and West of Santa Anita Avenue, c6~taining 11 lots. He advised that on March 6, 1962 the Council approved the tent~tive map which showed the street as 50 feet wide, as it was felt that by permitting the 50 foot street more rear yard would be available. That there is excess land to be disposed of along each side of the street for the first 124 foot depth from Woodruff Avenue which would provide for a 60 foot street at this location if desired, and that the 3. 5-15-62 14:5683 subdivider has also made an offer of dedication of a 5 foot planting easement along each side of the balance of the street; that except for these additional dedications, the final map conforms substantially with the approved tentative map and is recommended for approval, subject to the following conditions: I. Remove all buildings within the tract, or relocate those meeting the building code to conform with yard requirements of the new lots. 2. Remove all trees from the street right of way. 1 3. Provide all necessary rear line utility easements. 4. Dispose of the excess land in lot 16, Tract No. 13186, to the adjacent owners, or dedicate it in fee to the City. 5. Install all street improvements as required by the subdivision ordinance in accordance with plans and to grades satisfactory to the Director of Public Works. 6. Pay the following fees and deposits: 4 steel pole street lights 21, street trees 4 street name signs 11 lots recreation fee @ @ @ @ $115.00 8.50 35.00 25.00 $460.00 204.00 140.00 275.00 $1079.00 7. The City holds a covenant restricting building on a portion of the land in this tract. It is file No. D-879, dated May 21, 1956, signed by Samuel L. and Pearl H. Alexander, recorded May 31, 1956, as Instrument No. 4614 in Book 51333, page 130 of Official Records. If this tract is approved the covenant should be released so that it will not appear in title policies on the lots in the new tract. 8. A covenant in the form approved by the City Attorney shall be recorded agreeing that for the purpose of Article IX of the Arcadia Municipal Code the exterior boundary of said tract shall constitute the rear lot line of lots three (3) through ten (10). The Council was also apprised of the fact that the tract map does not reflect easements for telephone and utility purposes, which must be installed in order to service the subdivision but that the signatures of such public utilities are not required on the tract map. Mr. Alfred Allen, subdivider, spoke to chis matter, 1 Councilman Balser MOVED that the Council approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission and approve final map of Tract No. 27240, subject to the conditions set forth above (contained in communication of May 10, 1962 from the Planning Director and on file in office of the City Clerk); that the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to endorse in due form such approval and acceptance on said map and to affix thereto the Corporate Seal of the City of Arcadia, and to certify to the adoption and passage of a Minute Order at such time as there shall be deposited with the City of Arcadia good and sufficient Surety Bond guaranteeing certain improvements in said Tract No. 27240, pursuant to Section 9114.2 of the Arcadia Municipal Code. Councilman Reibold seconded the motion which was carried unanimously. 4. 5-15-62 BID AWARD' (Improvement Santa Anita between C/iJIlino Real 6< Live Oak) j q () I 1 INDEXED BID AWARD (Job No .269 Telephone Fire Alatln System) j-77Lf ~NDEJrEJ) WILDERNESS PARK (Construction) 1/J. 7 b 1 tINDEX1'Tl 14:5684 With regard to bids received May l4, 1962 for the improvement of Santa Anita Avenue, from Camino Real to Live Oak Avenue, tabulation of said bids being on file in the office of the City Clerk, Councilman Reibold ~ that the Council accept the recommendation of the City Manager and the Director of Public Works; that a contract for said improvement of Santa Anita Avenue be awarded to D 6< W Paving Contractor, in the amount of $93,844.43; that all other bids be rejected; that any irregularities or informalities in the bids or bidding process be waived, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute such contract on behalf of the City for the performance of the contract and in the amount specified, in fotln approved by the City Attorney. Councilman Balser seconded the motion which ,was carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth Following bids received May 14, 1962 for Telephone Fire Alarm System: Allen Engineering Co. Fischbach and Moore, Inc. Engineer's estimate $6,477 .00 6,966.00 9,500.00 MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation of the City Manager and the Director of Public Works be accepted; that a contract for the installation of a fire alarm system be awarded to Allen Engineering Co. in the amount of $6,477.00; that all other bids be rejected; that any irregularities or informalities in the bids or bidding process be waived, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute such contract on behalf of the City for the performance of the contract and in the amount specified, in form approved by the City Attorney; AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth Discussion was held on the explanation of the City Manager that a stream crossing in Wilderness Park must be immediately constructed because the former bridge had to be removed due to its dangerous condition as a result of flood damage; that lack of a crossing over which equipment can travel is causing the deterioration of City property, and that it is necessary to provide such crossing for fire fighting equipment due to the fire hazard existing in the area; that the estimated cost for the completion of this project would be a total of $6,500.00 which includes $3000.00 for materials, $1500.00 for rental of equipment and $2000.00 for labor by City forces. That because the park must be opened by June 18, 1962 if the recreation program is to be carried out, it was deemed necessary to order the pipe and commence the necessary excavation for the project. Councilman Balser MOVED that the Council accept the recommendation of the City Manager and, pursuant to Section 1109 of the City Charter, authorize the waiving of advertising for bids for the construction of a stream crossing at Wilderness Park, due to its urgent necessity for the preservation of property; that the Director of Public Works immediately proceed with the construction of the stream crossing with City employees and that the sum of $6500.00 be appropriated and transferred from Reserve for Capital Projects Account No. 285 in the General Fund to Capital Improvement Project No, 617 Wilderness Park Stream Crossing. Councilman Reibold seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth 5. 5-15-62 DETACHMENT FROM ARCADIA & ANNEXATION TO TEMPLE CITY J 'l.J;U INDEXED 14:5685 The City Manager advised that subsequent to the request of the owners of 9891 and 9895 Wendon Avenue for detachment from Arcadia and annexation to Temple City, the owner of 9895 Wendon Avenue has indicated a change of mind for the present; that the City of Temple City desires some expression from the Council before taking action. Councilman Reibold MOVED that under the circumstances the City Council would cooperate in adhering to the desires of the people when expressed as provided by the Government Code. Councilman Turner seconded the motion.. 1 Mr. Eugene J. Parker, owner of 9895 Wendon Avenue, addressed the Council and explained in substance that his reason for changing his mind was the requirement of Temple City that he pay between $500 and $1000 for an amateur radio antenna in order to continue his hobby. Mrs. Clarkson, owner of 9891 Wendon Avenue, also addressed the Council and indicated her desire to become annexed to Temple City. Inasmuch as the Council has indicated that it is agreeable to the detachment from Arcadia only if the property owners so desire, the above motion was carried unanimously. The City Attorney commented that any property owner desiring detachment from Arcadia must file his written consent with the City of Arcadia. PUBLIC WORKS MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried (Motor Grader) on roll call vote as follows that Council accept the recommendation of the City Manager and the Director of Public Works and authorize the purchase of a 1947 Adams Motor Grader for the sum of $1200 from avail- able funds in Account No. 433-54, such equipment to be used for small widening projects, maintenance of Santa Anita Canyon Road, Wilderness Park Road, weed control of City owned properties, resurfacing of trench excavation for utilities, etc.: <!"~ cf~ INDEXED RESOLUTION NO. 3490 v AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor But terworth At the request of the City Manager, the City Attorney presented Resolution No. 3490, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR AND THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES TO COMPLETE THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE EAST BRANCH OF THE FEATHER RIVER AQUEDUCT BY THE YEAR 1972," }IDTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 3490 be waived: 1 AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth Councilman Reibold further MOVED that Resolution No. 3490 be adopted. Motion seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth 6. 5-15-62 ORDINANCE NO. 1177 (Introduced) 1 '. 1 TRAFFIC SIGNALS (2nd & Foothill) ,1- t; C G -' t[NDEXI:b BUDGET (1962-63) r~ q..j ......J .; INDEXED 14:5686 Subsequent to the City Manager advising that Ordinance No, 1177, prepared by the City Attorney, proposes to amend the water section of the Arcadia Municipal Code, the reasons beine: Section 2920: The present section does not now provide for the creation of a Water Department nor does it designate the head of such a department. All other departments have such provisions. Section 7524: This section now provides for deposits on services to single family domestic meters, The proposed change places other services in the same category now applicable to single family units. Section 7524.2 provides for waiving the deposit when the account is in the name of the property ownero New provisions of Section 7524 would permit the requirement of a deposit where the owner was unusually negligent in payment of bills, Section 7532.1: Permits other authorized charges to become a part of the water bill and makes such unpaid charges delinquent and subject to the same conditions of a delinquent water bill. Section 7540.12: Includes boxes in defining ownership since they are not now included. The City Attorney thereupon presented for the first time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1177, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 2920, 7524, 7532,1 AND 7540.12 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADDING THERETO A NEW SECTION 2920.1." MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Ordinance No. 1177 be waived: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth Councilman Balser further MOVED that Ordinance No. 1177 be introduced. Motion seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth The City Manager advised that the installation of a traffic signal system at Second Avenue and Foothill Boulevard seems iminent inasmuch as the State Division of Highways received bids for the project on May 7, 1962, the low bid being made by Westates Electrical Construction Company in the amount of $7,665,00. Also that the Council will be made cognizant of the receiving of bids for the balance of the Foothill Boulevard signal- ization and channelization. The City Manager submitted to the Council a preliminary budget estimate of the revenues and expenditures of the various funds of the City for the fiscal period beginning July 1, 1962 and ending June 30, 1963, together with accompanying data showing the actual expenditures for the fiscal year 1960-61. the appropriations for the year 1961-62 and the actual expenditures for the' first nine months of the 1961-62 fiscal year. 7. 5-15-62 1962-63 GAS TAX ENGINEERING FUND .J:~~ INDEXED AUDIENCE CONFERENCE (Library Bd,) ~ 14:5687 The City Manager commented that there is one error in the above preliminary budget in that it mentions the continuation of the $1.10 City tax rate for the eighth consecutive year; that this should be the tenth consecutive year that it has been the same. He continued, that if nothing unforeseen occurs prior to the setting of the tax rate for the fiscal year 1962-63, it will, in his opinion, be possible to make a five cent reduction in taxes for this period. It was stated that dates for the Council to meet and discuss the above budget would be arranged upon Mayor Butterworth's return to the City. 1 The City Manager advised that pursuant to the Master Agreement for expenditures of Section 2107.5 of Streets and Highways Code, Gas Tax Fund for Engineering, the following budget is proposed for 1962-63 fiscal year from available allocations: Engineering Salaries Purchase Traffic Counters $6000 2400 $8400 Councilman Balser ~ that Council accept the recommendation of the City Manager, approve the above budget, request the City Attorney to prepare a resolution indicating such approval, and authorize the Director of Public Works to sign and submit the required documents to the Division of Highways. Councilman Reibold seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips welcomed to the Council meeting an Arcadia High School Civics class and explained briefly the functions of the Council, particularly with regard to roll calls. With regard to the matter of the Arcadia Public Library Board of Trustees' request for a transfer of $1200 to pay the expenses for two Library Board members to attend the American Library Association Conference in Miami Beach, Florida, June 17-23, 1962, which request Councilman Turner had questioned at the Council meeting of May I, 1962, feeling it unnecessary to send two members of the Board and the Librarian this great distance, Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips, being Council's liaison with said Board, explained that one of the Board members was replacine the Librarian who was unable to attend; also that in his opinion the Arcadia Library should be well represented at said conferenc) inasmuch as a film of the City Library was to be shown at the conference Councilman Turner feeling that the above explanation clarified the matter, ~ that the Council authorize the transferal of $1200 from Item 38 (Maintenance of Building & Grounds) to Item 31 (Official Meetines) of the present budget of the Arcadia Public Library, said amount to be used to pay the expenses of two Library Board members to attend the American Library Association Conference in Miami Beach, Florida June 17-23,1962, expenditures to be substantiated by an itemized expense account upon their return" Councilman R~;bold seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote as follows:, AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth 8. 5-15-62 CAPITAL PROJECTS COMMITTEE COUNTY f BOUNDARY COMMISSION 1 ORDINANCE NO. 1175 (Adopted) V RESOLUTION NO. 3491 / 1 RESOLUTION NO. 3492 I 14:5688 Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips ordered the matter of an appointment of a Capital Projects Committee to be placed on agenda for June 6,1962 Council meeting. Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips ordered filed the notice of proposed annexation No. 4-A West Temple City Uninhabited to Temple City as it has no effect on Arcadia. The City Attorney presented Ordinance No. 1175, which was reintroduced as amended at the Council meeting of May 1, 1962, explained the content and read the title as follows: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CONSENTING TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A PORTION OF HUNTINGTON DRIVE AS A PART OF THE COUNTY SYSTEM OF HIGHWAYS." MOTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Ordinance No. 1175 as amended be waived: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth Councilman Reibold further MOVED that Ordinance No. 1175 as amended be adopted. Motion seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 3491, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING BUDGET FOR EXPENDITURE OF GAS TAX ALLOCATION FOR MAJOR CITY STREETS FOR 1962-1963." MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Resolution No. 3491 be waived: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth Councilman Balser further ~ that Resolution No. 3491 be adopted. Motion seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth The City Attorney read in its entirety Resolution No. 3492, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING FACTS CONSTITUTING AN URGENCY PURSUANT TO SECTION 1109 OF THE ARCADIA CITY CHARTER." ~IOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Reibold and carried on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 3492 be adopted: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENT: Mayor Butterworth 9.. 5-15-62 AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION 14:5689 No one in the audience desired to address the Council. MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS: PLANNING CONSULTANTS (Committee) N, <;, p. ANNUAL AUDIT (Lybrand, Ross Bros. & Montgomery - Fiscal Year ending 6-30-62) '{ /to I J lliDElCED ANNEXATION (McBean St.) AJ" '0, P, INDEPENDENT CITIES MEETING f"J,Cj,p, ADJOURNMENT MOTION by Councilman Reibold, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried unanimously that the Council accept the recommendation of the City Manager and authorize the Mayor to appoint two Councilmen to serve on a committee to review the proposals and to interview planning consultants for the purpose of making recommendations to the City Council; also that the Planning Chairman be requested to select two members of the Planninl Commission to meet with the Council Committee along with the Planning Director and City Manager. MOTION by Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips, seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Council accept the recommen- dation of Councilmen Phillips and Reibold (Committee appointed by Mayor Butterworth to explore accounting firms for the City's annual audit) and retain the accounting firm of Lybrand, Ross Bros. & Montgomery, Los Angeles, to conduct the annual audit examination of the general financial records of the City for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1962, for the sum of $3000, said examination to be conducted in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards applicable in the circumstances, and include such tests of the accounting records and such other audit- ing procedures as will enable said firm to express its opinion of the financial statements of the City, and that Councilmanic decision as to a special audit for $450,00 be reserved: AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner NOES: None ABSENt: Mayor Butterworth Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips brought up for discussion the reinstitution of annexation proceedings for McBean Street, the area being desirable due to its proximity to City property on Peck Road, During the ensuing discussion it was stated in part that prior annexation proceedings had been dropped because the property owners were not in complete accord with the City. It was suggested that the City Manager approach said owners in order to secure their present reactions. The City Manager commented that development is now beginning in the vicinity already within the City. After further discussion, Councilman Balser MOVED that the City Manager contact the property owners on McBean Street to ascertain their present attitude toward annexing to Arcadia. Councilman Reibold seconded the motion which was carried unanimously, Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips invited the Councilmen and/or the City Officials to attend the Independent Cities dinner meeting scheduled for May 16,1962 at 6:30 P.M. at the Rodger Young Auditorium. 1 Mayor Pro Tempore Phillips adjourned the meeting at 9:50 P.M. Mayor Pro c.'I'empore Phillips ATTESt' : City Clerk 10" 5-15- 62 c I