HomeMy WebLinkAboutJUNE 19,1962
I INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF
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(June 6, 1962)
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MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 19. 1962
The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in regular session in the
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Council Chamber of the City Hall a~ 8:00 P.M.. June 19. 1962.
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The invocation was offered by Rev. Phillip S. Ray. Pastor of the
First Baptist Church of Arcadia.
Mayor Butterworth led in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
PRESENT :
AllSENT :
Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d. Turner, Butterworth
None
MOTION by Councilman Reibo1d. seconded by Councilman Turner and
carried unanimously that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of June
6, 1962 be approved as submitted in writing.
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS:
LIBRARY
(Mortenson -
Reappointed)
LIBRARY
(Li vie -
Appointed)
PLANNING
(Norton -
Reappointed)
RECREATION
(Turner -
Reappointed)
WATER '
(Roach .;~ ;,:
IReapPOinted)
WATER
(Vachon -
Reappointed)
HEALTH AND
SANITATION
(Dorrity -
Reappointed)
MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Phillips and
carried unanimously that Mrs. Ernest Mortenson be reappointed to the
Library Board for a term to run consecutively from July 1. 1962 to
June 30, 1966.
MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Reibo1d and carried
unanimously that Mr. Hugh Livie be appointed to the Library Board for
a term to run consecutively from July 1, 1962 to June 30. 1966.
MOTION by Councilman Balser. seconded by Councilman Reibo1d and carried
unanimously that Mr. Ralph Norton be reappointed to the Planning
Commission for a term to run consecutively from July 1, 1962 to
June 30, 1966.
MOTION by Councilman Turner. seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
unanimously that Mr. Roger E. Turner be reappointed to the Recreation
Commission for a term to run consecutively from July 1. 1962 to
June 30, 1966.
MOTION by Councilman Phillips. seconded by Councilman Balser and
carried unanimously that Mr. F. Harold Roach be reappointed to the
Water Board for a term to run consecutively from July 1, 1962 to
June 30, 1966.
MOTION by Councilman Reibo1d, seconded by Councilman Turner and carried
unanimously that Mr. Frank E. Vachon be reappointed to the Water Board
for a term to run consecutively from July 1. 1962 to June 30. 1966.
MOTION by Councilman Phillips. seconded by Councilman Reibo1d and
carried unanimously that Mr. John Dorrity be reappointed to the
Health and Sanitation Commission for a term to run consecutively
from July 1, 1962 to June 30, 1966.
Mayor Butterworth requested the City Clerk to write to the
apprising them of their appointments to the various boards
commissions and expressing the appreciation of the Council
their willingness to serve.
appointees
and
for
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HEARING
(Parking
Space)
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Mayor Butterworth declared the hearing open on Planning Commission
Resolution No. 446 recommending that the Arcadia Municipal Code be
amended to provide two parking spaces for each apartment dwelling unit
in Zone R-3 instead of 1-1/2 spaces presently required.
There being no communications on the matter, Mayor Butterworth inquired
if anyone in the audience desired to address the Council in favor of
Planning Commission recommendation as embodied in its Resolution No. 446.
No one desired to speak.
The following persons addressed the Council in response to Mayor
Butterworth's inquiry as to whether anyone in the audience desired to
speak in opposition to the above mentioned recommendation, said persons
stating in part:
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Mr. Don Bettsinger, 12 Yorkshire Drive, Arcadia: That the City should
endeavor to enforce off street parking at least for six months before
the proposed change in parking requirements is put into effect. That
there is ample parking facilities for tenants of apartment buildings that
are not used due to the failure of the tenants to take advantage of such
facilities and the convenience of parking on the street rather than walk-
ing the distance from the garage to the building. That, in his opinion,
if the recommended additional parking space is approved by the Council,
the 10' x 20' requirement should be modified to eight or nine feet by
twenty feet which would be sufficient. That should the Council determine
to approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission the ordinance
proposed to be adopted should not be an emergency ordinance as this would
result in hardship for those purchasers of land anticipating building
under the present ordinance.
Mr. Benjamin, 1220 Lima St., Burbank: That an emergency ordinance in
this matter would result in hardship for those purchasers of property
planning to build under the present ordinance. That the setback require-
ments plus the easement does not leave much space for an apartment building
from which the developer expects a return of his investment; and that
other areas adjacent or nearby to Arcadia require only one, or one and a
half parking spaces per dwelling unit and find that sufficient.
Mr. D. Nagy of Granada Hills: That Granada Hills requires only 3/4 space
for each apartment unit, Los Angeles one space, Baldwin Park 1-1/2 spaces
and Alhambra one space. That the proposed two spaces is premature and a
matter that should be considered in the future.
To Councilman Phillip's query as to approximately how many units would
be lost by the proposed increase in parking space, Mr. Nagy replied that
he thought between three to five apartment units.
Mr. Ralph Burston, 515 Fairview Avenue, Arcadia: That as a developer of
considerable apartment property in Arcadia he had never been aware of
lack of parking facilities; that such space was available but that tenants
did not avail themselves of such space but preferred parking on the street
rather than walking the distance from the parking facilities to the I
apartment house; that parking on the street created a traffic hazard;
that if additional off street parking is necessary other methods could be
utilized, such as using the front setback for parking; that he did not
believe the survey made by the Planning Department is entirely accurate;
that on street parking will continue until prohibition is enforced. That
with regard to Councilman Phillips' inquiry as to the estimated loss of
units if additional parking space is required, he did not believe there
would be any such loss but rather that the units would be built cheaper
and smaller to compensate for the loss of revenue. He also mentioned
that he felt increased apartment house dwellings result in increased
population, which in turn results in more revenue for the City.
Mrs. Ingrid Isaacson, 216 S. First Avenue: That increased parking
facilities would result in loss of outdoor living space and would be
reflected in the rent charged to the disadvantage of many; that in the
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apartment house area between Santa Anita and Second Avenues there is
sufficient public transportation to make the need for more than one car
per family unnecessary.
Mrs. John L. Blake, 419 E. Live Oak Avenue: That she had submitted a
communication to the Council which she desired read. Whereupon the City
Clerk read said communication in its entirety, expressing opposition to
the proposed change on the basis that the present parking space require-
ment is sufficient; that on street parking is due to assigned parking
space not being used and to insufficient off street parking space in areas
developed before the present requirements.
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Mr. Bettsinger spoke again, reiterating his op1n10n expressed earlier and
adding his version of the contemplated loss in living area by the
proposed change.
Mr. G. W. Marks, 216 S. First Avenue: That there is ample parking
facilities which are not utilized; that in those areas developed prior to
present requirements where parking space might not be available, he
suggested parking space in commercial areas be utilized.
No one else in the audience desired to speak.
The Planning Director then summarized the thinking of the Planning Commission
and the reasons for its action, in substance, to wit: That in the past
one, and one and a half parking spaces were adequate but that the primary
consideration is the future development of the City and the standards for
future development; that there is definite need for the proposed two off
street parking spaces for each dwelling unit due to accelerated building of
apartment units and the safety factor involved in the lack of pedestrian
walks and the increasing number of automobiles due to lack of good public
transportation. Mayor Butterworth ordered introduced into evidence and made
a part of the hearing' the'staff report'dated June 13, 1962, entitled:
"Comparative Study R-3 Zoning to Land Use" of the Planning Department,
together with maps and exhibits.
The City Manager referred to the all night parking enforcement report
dated January 16,1962 submitted to the Council several months ago,
which contained nine recommendations, one of which covered off street
parking. He stated in part that the report detailed conditions found
after a survey of the entire City; that it was noticeable that the greatest
concentration of parking on the street occurred ,in the R-3 zone, particularly
on Fairview and Arcadia .Avenues and Southview Road; that it was on the basis
of protests and the report that the Council rescinded the all night parking
prohibition except for commercial vehicles for one year pending possible
action on the other recommendations. Mayor Butterworth ordered said report
introduced into evidence and made a part of the record.
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The City Manager also advised that a communication received from the Chief
of Police recommended the adoption of an ordinance requiring two car spaces
per dwelling unit in the R-3 zone.
The City Attorney commented in part that the Planning Commission is aware
of the possibility of smaller apartments being built if more parking space
is to be provided and has given consideration to increasing the minimum
requirements for floor space in a given unit to offset the effect of the
proposed ordinance; that it has also considered the requirement of side-
walks in areas where indicated, and will probably conside~ requiring a
certain amount of open spaces in conjunction with the units to prevent
increasing the density and to offset the loss of space required for
additional parking. Also that the Planning Commission recommends that
the Council consider placing in immediate effect the proposed additional
parking space requirement to prevent last minute plans being submitted in
order to get in under the wire. The Planning Director added that the staff
also recommends that the Council adopt the proposed ordinance as an emergency
ordinance.
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HEARING
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Mayor Butterworth ordered admitted into evidence and made a part of the
hearing the report dated May 16, 1962 to the Planning Commission from the
Planning Department on the subject of off street parking requirements in
Zone R-3.
There being no further discussion Councilman Phillips MOVED that the
hearing be closed. Councilman Balser seconded the motion which was
carried unanimously.
Councilman Balser MOVED that the recommendations of the Planning Commission,
embodied in its Resolution No. 446 be approved. Councilman Phillips
seconded the motion which was carried unanimously.
Councilman Balser further MOVED that inasmuch as an emergency ordinance
is necessary in this instance for preserving the public peace, health
and safety, that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare such
ordinance establishing off street two car parking spaces per dwelling
unit in Zone R-3. Councilman Turner seconded the motion.
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The City Attorney advised that he was prepared to present three emergency
ordinances dealing with the subject and that in his opinion the matter
qualifies as an emergency measure under the City Charter and under the
provisions of the Government Code.
The above motion was then carried unanimously.
The City Attorney commented that the said ordinances would be read in
full later in the meeting.
Mayor Butterworth declared the hearing open on the appeal from Planning
Commission Resolution No. 447 approving the request for modification of
rear yard setback requirements for real property located at 1833 E1 Vista
Circle.
The Planning Director displayed a map of the subject and adjacent property
and explained that the owners of 1833 E1 Vista Circle propose to erect a
master bedroom and bath at the rear of the present house and requested
modification of the rear yard setback requirements; that the request was
approved by the Modification Committee and appealed by Mr, and Mrs. John
Mac Hunt and that the Planning Commission sustained the decision of the
Modification Committee.
The City Clerk advised that no communications had been received in the
matter other than the appeal from Mr. and Mrs. Hunt.
Mayor Butterworth then inquired if anyone in the audience desired to speak
to the matter.
Mr. John Mac L. Hunt, 1827 E1 Vista Circle, addressed the Council and
stated in part that the proposed construction would depreciate the value
of his property to the extent of $1500 to $2000 in that it would shut
off their view and would intrude upon their privacy in the use of their
rear yard.
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Mr. Herbert Anderson (the applicant) addressed the Council and stated in
part that it was necessary to have the additional space for his expand-
ing family; that the building wall prevented any intrusion into Mr.
Hunt's rear yard privacy; that because of the existing wall Mr. Hunt's
property does not presently enjoy a rear yard view; and that he has
received the approval of six adjacent neighbors to his proposed
expansion.
No one else desiring to be heard Councilman Phillips MOVED that the hearing
be closed. Councilman Turner seconded the motion which was carried
unanimously_
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LIBRARy
SITE
(Supplemental
Committee
Report)
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Councilman Reibo1d MOVED that the Council affirm the decision of the
Modification Committee, sustain the reco~endation of the Planning
Commission and approve the application of Herbert D. and Mary Ann
Anderson f~r a modification of the rear yard setback requirements to
allow the erection of a master bedroom and bath at the rear of the
present house located at 1833 E1 Vista Circle. Councilman Balser
seconded the motion which was carried unanimously.
Councilman Phillips submitted a supplemental report of the Committee
on proposals received by the City for disposition of the former library
site and summarized said report in part as follows: (Report on file in
office of the City Clerk).
Martin and Stevens, co-partners, 2304 Huntington Drive:
Proposed that the land be subordinated, for financing purposes. Committee
did not feel this in best interests of the City and recommend their
deposit check in the amount of $6500 be returned.
James E. Peterson, General Contractor, 332 South Rosemead Blvd., Pasadena:
Provided for a 30 day option (deposit check $500) and deposit insufficient
OCNDEXED and recommend that deposit check be returned.
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Councilman Phillips stated that the Committee on this matter is of the
opinion that a satisfactory executed agreement will be in the hands of
said Committee during the coming week and that it is recommended that
this meeting adjourn to June 26,1962 at 7:00 P.M. for the purpose of
receiving a final report of the Committee.
Councilman Reibo1d MOVED that the Council accept the supplemental
report as submitted and that the offers indicated therein be rejected
and the deposit checks returned as recommended. Councilman Balser
seconded the motion which was carried unanimously.
R-3 ZONING Mayor Butterworth requested the Planning Director to send copies of the
STUDY Comparative Study of &-3 Zoning to Land Use, dated June 13,1962 and
. prepared by the Planning Department, to the members of the School Board,
~~ ~ Superintendent of Schools and Assistant Superintendent in Charge of
G/ V Business Administration of the School Board.
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REVISED
TENTATIVE
TRACT
NO. 22199
(Approved)
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MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Reibo1d and carried
unanimously that the Council accept the recommendation of the Planning
Commission and approve the revised tentative map of Tract No. 22199,
located on the east side of First Avenue, about 884 feet north of
Camino Real, opposite the Dana School, consisting of two properties known
as 1406 and 1332 South First Avenue, containing 1.8 acres proposed to be
divided into eight single family lots, subject to the following
conditions as contained in its communication of June 13,1962:
1.
Dedicate "A" Street 60 feet wide instead of the 50 foot width, with
five foot planting easements as shown.
2. Remove all buildings and structures within the tract boundary, or,
if any are to remain, they shall comply with all building code and
yard requirements in all respects. All building removals and re-
locations shall be complete prior to the signing of the final map.
3. Remove all trees from the street right of way.
4. Provide all necessary rear line utility easements.
5. Rearrange the side lines of lots 3, 4, 5 and 6 to make uniform
widths at the building line.
6. Install all standard street improvements required by the subdivision
ordinance. Improvements, grading, grades and drainage shall be to
the satisfaction of the Director of Public Works. Minimum grade of
0.4% will be required.
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TENTATIVE
TRACT
NO. 22278
(Denied)
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ZONE ~NDEXED Mayor Butterworth declared that since no action can be taken until time
VARIANCE for appeal elapses the zone variance request of William B. Ward to
(Ward) allow building at 110 LaPorte Street to be used for light manufacturing
(Planning Commission Resolution No. 452) will be held over until the
next Council meeting (July 3,1962).
CHARLESTON
CLUB
(Entertain-
ment Permit)
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7. Pay the following fees:
Installation of street trees
Installation of street name signs
Installation of steel street light poles
8 lots recreation fee @ $25.00
$76.50
70.00
230.00
200.00
Total
$576.50
8. A covenant in 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 line of said tract shall constitute the
rear lot lines of lots 3 to 6 inclusive.
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MOTION by Councilman Phillips, secontled by Councilman Turner and
carried unanimously that the Council accept the recommendation of the
Planning Commission and disapprove,.the tentative 'map of Tract No. 22278,
proposed to be located on the westerly extension of Los Altos Avenue
toward Florence Ayenue and consisting of 8 lots.
At the request of the Planning Director and the applicant, Mayor Butter-
worth ordered Councilmanic action on the final map of Tract No. 27219
be postponed until the matter is reinstated by the applicant.
Mr, Charles Greenstreet, President of the Arcadia Community Theatre Group,
addressed the Council and presented Mr. Roy Guild, past President of said
group, and requested permission to present four performances (June 20-21
and 27-28, 1962) of a melodrama at the Charleston Club, 131~ East
Huntington Drive, subject to the subsequent approval of the entertainment
permit which he understood the proprietor of said club has requested.
He explained that at the time the group was asked to perform it had not
been aware of the necessity of the owner of the business having to
secure an entertainment permit; that the agreement between the group and
the owner was to the effect that a donation of $1.00 would be charged
patrons; that such money would then be turned over to the theatre group
for its building fund, and that these performances were being used as a
fund raising project.
The City Attorney explained the situation in detail, stating in part
that the theatre group itself does not require a permit but the
operator of the establishment does inasmuch as the place where the
theatre group proposes to perform is a business estab1ishmen~ and the
proprietor proposes to continue his business during the performance
and that is a business providing entertainment for profit.
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-The City Attorney continued, that the evil that the Council sought to
guard against in the adoption of the permit system for certain types
of businesses might not be present in this immediate situation, but
that a result of this type of application could be to encourage other
establishments in the city to seek the bringing in of entertainment of
one type or another under similar arrangements in the hope that they
could circumvent the ordinance and actually provide entertainment, which,
because of the non-profit nature of the group would encourage them to
think they could slip through some of the minor openings of the
ordinance. That there are three possible waivers of provisions of the
ordinance, to wit: 1) as to existing businesses, 2) as to businesses for
which a permit has already been issued, and 3) as a non-profit
organization.
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The City Attorney then inquired of Mr. Greenstreet whether it was
intended to solicit donations or would they make a charge, to which
Mr. Greenstreet replied that it was difficult to differentiate, that
he did not think they could turn anybody away but doubted if anyone
will come in without making a donation.
The City Clerk interpolated that an application filed by the operator
of The Charleston Club indicates that there will be a cover charge.
The City Attorney then continued that under the statement contained in
the application there is no question but that it will take a permit,
and that there is no provision in the ordinance for any waiver under
the circumstances. He suggested that if the Council is interested in
removing the theatre group fro~ an untenable position it could go on
with its scheduled performance under a slightly different setup without
creating a precedent, namely by making no charge, letting them make a
plea for donations in a proper manner.
General discussion ensued and suggestions were made, such as satisfying
the License Officer that the theatre group would on those occasions of
performance take over the entire premises and that usual business could
not be conducted directly or indirectly; that inasmuch as the entertain-
ment is provided at no charge to the management, it was doubtful there
would be fo110w<up by other organizations on the same basis; and that
the group adjust its situation to conform with the law.
There being no further discussion, Councilman Turner MOVED that the
Council grant permission to the Arcadia Community Theatre Group to present
four performances (June 20-21,1962 and 27-28, 1962) of a melodrama at
The Charleston Club, 131\ East Huntington Drive, subject to the approval
of the City Attorney and License Officer as to the method of operation;-
Councilman Balser seconded the motion which was carried unanimously.
Discussion was held on the request of Mr. Joseph A. Piuma, sole owner of
the Arcadia Golf Company, to make certain changes in the lease between
the City of Arcadia as Lessor' and the Arcadia Recreational Development
Company as Lessee" and the following determinations were made by the
Council:
1. Councilman Reibo1d MOVED that said lease remain constant on any
matter pertaining to the sale or distribution of liquor (paragraph 18).
Motion seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried unanimously.
2. Request of applicant to assign said lease to a partnership consisting
of Joseph A. Piuma, his son John R. Piuma, his daughter Eleanor Ann
Ciocca, and her husband Alfred H. Ciocca and that without further
approval of Council, consent be given to transfer the lease to a
corporation if, as and when it is formed in accordance with the
provisions of the partnership agreement.
Mr. Joseph A. Piuma addressed the Council and explained his reasons for
desiring to incorporate; adding that it would be called Piuma Enterprises,
Inc.; that he was willing to provide that if the golf course is ever
offered for sale the City will receive first refusal; that the stock-
holders of the corporation would consist of the immediate members of
his family, consisting of his wife, children, son in law and in time
his grandchildren.
Mayor Butterworth stated in part that he felt the Council would be will-
ing to comply with this request provided 100% of the stock of the
proposed corporation will be held by members of Mr. Piuma's immediate
family, to wit: his wife, children and grandchildren and no one else,
and that any assignment or alienation of stock apart from members of
his immediate family will, at the option of the City Council, work a
termination of the lease unless the Council approves such assignment.
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RECESS
BID AWARD
(Water
Dept.)
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Upon Mr. Piuma affirming that he had no intention of having anyone
except his family as stated become a stockholder of the proposed
corporation, Councilman Turner ~ that the Council authorize the
assignment of the,said lease to the family partnership as requested,
and later to a corporation formed pursuant to the partnership agreement,
the latter assignment subject to the condition that 100% of the
corporate stock be retained by Mr. Piuma, his wife, children, son in law,
and grandchildren, said lease to be cancellable at the option of the
City at any time for violation of such condition. Councilman Phillips
seconded the motion which was carried unanimously.
3. MOTION by Councilman Reibo1d, seconded by Councilman Balser and
carried unanimously ,that the temporary parking property known as Parcel
C be made Permanent Parking Property and that as soon as the dump is
filled that Parcel D be included in Parcel A.
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4. MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Turner and
carried unanimously that with regard to that triangle of land occupied
by the Boys Christian League, which the Lessee wishes to be released to
the City, that Council not release said land from the lease at this time
but that the staff pursue the disposition or leasing of that land and
at a later date the Council reconsider and modify the lease to that effect.
5. MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Balser and
carried unanimously that Paragraph 27 be amended to change the address of
the Lessee for the purpose of giving notice.
6. MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Phillips and
carried unanimously that an additional five year option be granted the
Lessee.
7. MOTION by Councilman Reibo1d, seconded by Councilman Turner and
carried unanimously that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the
lease amendments in accordance with the above motions; that the Mayor
and City Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement modifying the lease
accordingly, and that the balance of the lease remain as is except as
specifically modified by motion.
Mayor Butterworth declared a recess at 10:15 P.M.
The meeting reconvened at 10:20 P.M.
The following bids received June 18, 1962 for Cleaning and Cement Mortar
Lining Water Mains in Place:
1. Clean and cement mortar line in place approximately 8,900 linear
feet of water main.
United Concrete Pipe Corp.
Pipe Linings, Inc.
B. W. Perovich
Centri1ine Div., Raymond
International Inc.
$18,896
24,692
30,575
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34,725
2. Clean and cement mortar line, where special access is required,
approximately 25 fittings and 3 valves.
United Concrete Pipe Corp.
Pipe Linings, Inc.
B. W. Perovich
Centriline Div.
No Charge
No Charge
n,960
No Charge
3. Remove and replace approximately 11 valve bonnets to remove
cement mortar.
United Concrete Pipe Corp.
Pipe Linings, Inc.
B. W. Perovich
Centriline Div.
$110
No Charge
525
825
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4. Remove and replace approximately four obstructions in water main.
United Concrete Pipe Corp.
Pipe Linings, Inc.
B. W. Perovich
Centriline Div.
No charge
$220
305
400
Total Estimate
United Concrete Pipe Corp.
Pipe Linings, Inc.
B. W. Perovich
Centriline Div.
$19,006
24,912
33,365
35,950
Optional Bid Item 5 - Clean and cement mortar line in place
approximately 5,650 linear feet of 12 inch cast iron water main.
United Concrete Pipe Corp.
Pipe Linings, Inc.
B. W. Perovich
Centriline Div.
$9,243
13,680
22,075
21,215
Total bid including optional bid item.
United Concrete Pipe Corp.
Pipe Linings, Inc.
B. W. Perovich
Centriline Div.
$28,249
38,592
55,440
57,165
Councilman Phillips MOVED that the Council accept the recommendation of
the City Manager and the Water Superintendent; that a contract for all
bid items, including the optional bid item be awarded to the low bidder
United Concrete Pipe Corporation; that all other bids be rejected; that
any irregularities or informalities in the bids or bidding process be
waived and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute such
contract on behalf of the City for the performance of the contract and
in the amount specified, in form approved by the City Attorney. Councilman
Turner seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
None ABSENT: None
HELIPORT
The City Manager submitted cost estimates and prints indicating two--designs
of a heliport or helistop that could be constructed on the site north of
the City Hall, the cost estimate for a 50 foot square pad being $1,575
and for a 25 foot square pad $959.25. (Cost of lights not included).
Councilman Turner stated that in his opinion there is heliport services
Jq oS- presently available within short distances of the City which supply better
quality service than the proposed heliport can provide and that he, there-
fore, MOVED that the Council deny the recommendation of the City Manager for
INDEXED any size heliport. Councilman Balser seconded the motion.
Councilman Reibo1d stated that he thought the proposed heliport is a start
and that it should go forward.
The above motion received the Aye vote of Councilmen Balser and Turner and
the No vote of Councilmen Reibo1d, Phillips and Mayor Butterworth.
Further discussion regarding helicopter service companies interested in
using the stop for taxi service on call, rates charged, lights, etc. ensued.
Councilman Phillips then MOVED that the Council accept the recommendation
of the City Manager and authorize him to proceed with the construction of
a 25 foot square pad at the estimated cost of $959.25, lights not to be
installed at this time, and that he be directed to submit to the Council
regulations for the use of the heliport. Councilman Reibold seconded the
motion which was carried on roll call vote as follows:
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PROPERTY
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Option)
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AYES:
NOES:
Councilmen Phillips, Reibo1d, Butterworth
Councilmen Balser, Turner - ABSENT: None
The City Manager advised that June 27, 1962 is the last date for exercising
the option to purchase Lot 27, Tract 6860 and a part of Lot 3, Block 84,
Santa Anita Tract, known as the Cadwallader property; that the purchase
price of said property is $105,000 with $5000 having been paid upon the
execution of the option, leaving a balance of $100,000.
The City Manager added that if the option is exercised and the property
acquired by the City, it is proposed to move the Water Department yards
and warehouse facilities from their present location at 67 West Orange Grove
to existing buildings on this site, pending future plans for consolidation
of Department of Public Works and Water facilities and a decision as to
location of new reservoir in connection with the City's St. Joseph water
wells and storage. I
Councilman Turner MOVED that the City Council authorize the sum of $100,000
to be appropriated from Water Fund Earned Surplus Account No. 291 to Major
Products, Item 11, Property Acquisition (Cadwallader property) and that the
option to purchase said Cadwallader property be exercised. Councilman Reibo1d
seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibold, Turner, Butterworth
NonEl ABSENT: None
TRAFFIC MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Reibo1d and carried
CONTROL unanimously that the matter of signalization of the intersection at Live
(Greenfield Oak and Greenfield Avenue be held pending a study by the Arcadia Chamber
~{&~ of CommercEl as requested in its letter of June 14,1962.
TRAFFIC a MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Reibo1d and carried
CONTROL NDEXElhnanimous1y that the Council authorize the City Manager and the Director
(Foothill) of Public Works to enter into necessary negotiations with the State
~ ~" Division of Highways in an endeavor to have it proceed with the original
.~ plans as proposed for the traffic control project on Foothill Boulevard.
RADIO OCNDEXE~Discussion was held on the matter of Station KMAX fm proposed development
BROADCAST of a' pub1i~ service program for several San Gabriel Valley cities,
(Council including the broadcasting of Council meetings wherein it was proposed
Meetings) that Arcadia would be included once each month. The Councilmen expressed
their individual opinions on the matter in favor of and opposed to the idea.
co " \f>~
~
t::ND1i:;fFl,
TRACT
NO. 25782
(Final)
\1> I.
INDEXED
WORKMEN'S
COMPENSATION
PREMIUM
Councilman Phillips MOVED that Council reject the proposed broadcasting of
the Arcadia Council meetings once each month. Councilman Balser seconded
the motion which received the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips
NOES: Councilmen Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
ABSENT: None
Councilman Reibold then MOVED that the City Manager be instructed to
contact the manager of Station KMAX as to the procedures used in such
broadcasts and to report back to the Council. Councilman Turner seconded
the motion which was carried unanimously.
I
MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
unanimously that the recommendation of the City Manager, the Director of
Public Works and the Water Superintendent be approved and that the City
accept the improvements in Tract No. 25782 for maintenance and the surety
bond deposited by the subdivider be released.
The City Manager advised that certain payments for insurance renewals
must be made prior to the close of the fiscal year and that the total
payments for the fiscal year are estimated to be $80,221.63
($64,800 having been budgeted).
MOTION ,by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Turner and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the Council acc~pt the
recommendation of the City Manager and the City Controller and authorize
the sum of $15,421.63 to be transferred to Account No. 409-61 Insurance
and Fidelity Bonds from the following accounts:
10. 6-19-62
ADMISSION
TAX TRANSFER
I
FUND TRANSFER
(Departmental)
RESOLUTION
INO. 3495
(Talley)
." "'j
14:5704
409-28 Council Contingency
409-48 General City - Elections
423-10 Civil Defense
424-41 Health & Sanitation
$12,405.21
868.45
647.97
1,500.00
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Turner and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the sum of $214,129.40, being
the net admission tax receipt received from the Los Angeles Turf Club,
be transferred from Unappropriated Surplus Account No. 290 in the General
Fund to Reserve for Capital Projects Account No. 285:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION by Councilman Reibo1d, seconded by Councilman Turner and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the following budget adjustment
be made to prevent department expenditures from exceeding department
appropriations inasmuch as unexpended appropriation balances in certain
departmental budgets will not be adequate to meet the necessary
expenditures prior to the end of the fiscal year:
AMOUNT
!Q
FROM
No. 423-10(Civi1 Defense)
401-31 (City Council Official
Meetings)
402-3 (City Manager - Temporary
& Overtime Summer Intern
for 3 weeks in June)
406-41 (Personnel - Medical
Examinations)
407-3 (Attorney-Temporary &
Overt ime)
434-16 (Garage - Vehicle Repairs)
$410
$245
No. 423-10 (Civil Defense)
$100
$200
$500
1
No. 423-10 (Civil Defense)
No. 423-10 (Civil Defense)
No. 433-E-38 (Street Dept.)
Debt Service,'27 Water
Unappropriated Surplus
Debt Service, '27 Water Interest
Appropriation.
$160
No. 409-48 (General City
Elections
407-3 (Attorney-Temporary &
Overtime) .
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Manager presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No. 3495, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, RECOGNIZING THE EXCEPTIONAL PUBLIC SERVICE
OF LESLIE M. TALLEY."
MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Reibo1d and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body
of Resolution No. 3495 be waived:
AYES:
NOES:
Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
None ABSENT: None
Councilman Phillips further MOVED that Resolution No. 3495 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
11.
6-19-62
PERSONNl!L
(Stenton)
PROPOSED CITY
TAX RAn
RESOLUTION
NO. 3494
ORDINANCE
No. 1178
(Emergency -
Introduced &
Adopted)
14:5705
MOTION by Councilman Reibo1d, seconded by Councilman Phillips and
carried unanimously that the Council accept the recommendation of the
Personnel Board and that a 37 calendar day sick leave of absence without
pay for the period from May 25,1962 through June 30, 1962 (24 working
days) be approved for Margaret Stenton, General Clerk, Department of
Public Works, and that such leave not constitute an interruption of
service.
Extensive discussion was held on the possibility of reducing the City's
tax rate from $1.10 to $1.05 per hundred dollars assessed valuation.
In substance Councilman Reibo1d opposed the tax rate cut on the basis
that it would not be financially sound and Councilman Phillips that in
such event the City would be operating on deficit financing. Mayor
Butterworth in substance favored a reduction at this time and an increasel
in the future if necessary. Councilmen Balser and Turner felt that the
City's reserves were substantial enough to warrant a tax reduction.
Councilman Phillips MOVED that the Council levy a tax rate of $1.10.
There was no second to Councilman Phillips' motion and further discussion
ensued, after which Councilman Reibo1d seconded the motion which received
the following roll call:
AYES: Councilmen Phillips, Reibo1d
NOES: Councilmen Balser, Turner, Butterworth
ABSENT: None
Inasmuch as the tax rate cannot be officially set until August when
assessment figures are available, Councilman Balser then ~ that
as an administrative guide to the City Manager in the preparation of
the forthcoming budget, the City Council indicate its intention to levy
a tax rate of $1.05. Councilman Turner seconded the motion which was
carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: Councilmen Phillips, Reibo1d
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No. 3494, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DENYING A REQUESTED VARIANCE FOR A SECOND
DWELLING AT 931 SOUTH EIGHTH AVENUE."
MOTION by Councilman Turner, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No. 3494 be waived:
,
,
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Turner further MOVED that Resolution No. 3494 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
I
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: Councilman Reibo1d
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented and read in its entirety Ordinance No. 1178,
entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 9255.2.8 OF THE ARCADIA M1JNICIPAL CODE
CONCERNING REQUIRED PARKING SPACES IN ZONE R-3."
MOTION by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Reibo1d and carried
on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1178 be introduced:
12.
6-19-62
I ORDINANCE
NO. 1179
(Em.ergency -
Adopted)
01lJlINANCE
NO. 1180
(Ilmergency -
Adopted)
COUNTY
BOUNDARY
COMMISSION
14:5706
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Phillips further MOVED that Ordinance No, 1178 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
T~e City Attorney presented and read in its entirety Ordinance No. 1179,
entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A TEMPORARY INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDING
SECTION 9255.2.8 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING REQUIRED PARKING
SPACES IN ZONE R-3."
Councilman Reibo1d MOVED that Ordinance No. 1179 be adopted. Motion
seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Butterworth,'
NOES: Councilman Turner
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented and read in its entirety Ordinance No. 1180,
entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
CALIFORNIA, PROHIBITING THE ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS EXCEPT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH INCREASED OFF STREET PARKING STANDARDS."
MOTION by Councilman Balser that Ordinance No. 1180 be adopted. Motion
seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Mayor Butterworth ordered filed the following notices of proposed annexations
as they have no effect on Arcadia:
Nos. 283; 285, 286.and 287 - City of E1 Monte
No. 1962-2 City of San Gabriel
AUDI~NCE No one in the audience desired to address the Council.
PARTICIPATION
RaSOLUTION
NO. 3496
I
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No. 3496, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE MODIFICATION OF THE REAR YARD
SETBACK REQUIREMENTS FOR REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1833 EL VISTA CIRCLE IN
SAID CITY."
MOTION by Councilman Reibo1d, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No. 3496 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Reibo1d further MOVED that Resolution No. 3496 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Turner and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Phillips, Reibo1d, Turner, Butterworth
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
13.
6-19-62
CALL FOR
BIDS
(Legal
Advertising)
2f /8' tNDEXED
COMMUNICATIONS
/T LEAGUE OF
~ : WOMEN VOTERS
SIERRA MADRE
REZONING
(/7~
INDEXED
DUARTE ROAD
BUSINESSMEN
~
ADJOURNMENT
14:5707
Councilman Reibo1d MOVED that the Council accept the recommendation of
the City Clerk and that she be authorized to call for bids for legal
advertising for the fiscal year 1962-63, said bids to be opene' Jun~ 29,
1962, and submitted to the Council at its regular meeting of July 3, 1962.
Motion seconded by Councilman Turner and carried unanimously.
The City Clerk read a communication dated June 12, 1962 addressed to
Mayor Butterworth from the League of Women Voters of Arcadia, making
recommendations of persons qualified in their opinion to serve on the
City's various Boards and Commissions. Mayor Butterworth ordered said
communication filed.'
I
The City Clerk read a petition dated June 19, 1962, containing
approximately 24 signatures of residents on E1 Vista Circle and Anita
Crest Drive, requesting the Council to intervene on their behalf with
the City of Sierra Madre in the matter of the proposed rezoning from
R-1 to R-3 by Sierra Madre of property immediately north of the
petitioners.
Councilman Phillips MOVED that Mayor Butterworth write to the Mayor of
Sierra Madre suggesting that Sierra Madre take into consideration the
fact that all of the City of Arcadia's land in that vicinity is zoned
R-l.
The City Clerk read a communication dated June 16,1962 from a group of
Duarte Road businessmen indicating in substance that small retail
businesses are suffering major losses in sales because of road repair
and construction over relatively long periods of time in that area.
Upon the Director of Public Works stating that every effort is made to
consolidate construction in order to avoid as much inconvenience as
possible to the businesses in the area, Mayor Butterworth requested
the City Manager to respond to the communication advising that the City
will attempt to make a special effort on their behalf in order to
expedite construction and avoid inconvenience to them in every possible
way.
At 11:59 P.M. Mayor Butterworth ordered the meeting adjourned to
June 26,1962 at 7:00 P.M.
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ATTEST:
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City Clerk
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14.
6-19-62