HomeMy WebLinkAboutMAY 5,1959
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PLEDGE
ROLL CALL
MINUTES
(April 7 and
21, 1959)
OPENING
OF BIDS
(Vehic Ie
Parking
District
No.2)
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HEARING
(Improvement
of Woodruff
Ave. and
Woodruff PI.)
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M I NUT E S
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 5, 1959
The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, met in regular
session in the Council Chamber of the City Hall at 8:00 P.M., May 5, 1959.
The Invocation was offered by the Rev. George Walters, Associate Pastor
of the Church of the Good Shepherd.
Mayor Reibold led in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
Councilman Phillips
Councilman Jacobi moved that the minutes of the regular meeting of
April 7, 1959 and the minutes of the regular meeting of April 21, 1959,
as submitted in writing, be approved. Councilman Balser seconded the
motion and it was carried unanimously.
Mayor Reibold announced that this being the time and place fixed for the
opening of bids for $79,759.84 of bonds to be issued to represent unpaid
assessments levied upon lands within Vehicle Parking District No.2,
the following bids received pursuant to the notice inviting bids will
be publicly opened, examined and read:
Name of Bidder
Premium if Tie
Interest Rate
Dempsey-Tegeler & Co.
Gross and Company
Taylor and Company
4.90%
4.75%
5.10%
$ 81. 00
161. 00
109.00
Each bid Was accompanied by a good faith check in an amount not less
than 3% of the principal amount of the bonds to be issued. Mayor
Reibold then appointed a committee consisting of Catherine Murphy,
City Treasurer, and Leslie M. Talley, for checking and computation of
said bids, and a report thereon to be given to the Council later in the
meeting. The Committee retired for the above stated purpose.
Mayor Reibold announced that this is the time and place for the Hearing
set for the purpose of determining whether or not public convenience
and necessity require the improvement of Woodruff Avenue and Woodruff
Place in the City of Arcadia by the construction of a sanitary sewer
system therein.
Mayor Reibold inquired of the City Clerk if she had the following
affidavits relative to the hearing, to wit: Affidavits of Publication,
Mailing and Posting. She replied that she had same. Whereupon
Councilman camphouse moved that said affidavits be received and filed.
Councilman Balser secQnded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
Mayor Reibold then inquired of the City Clerk if she had received any
written protests or written 'statements in, support of the action. The
City Clerk replied that none had been received. He then inquired if
anyone in the audience desired to speak either in favor of or in
protest to the action.
No one desiring to speak, on motion of Councilman Camphouse, seconded
by Councilman Jacobi and carried unanimously, the hearing was closed.
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RESOLUTION
No. 3126
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RESOLUTION
No. 3127
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ORDINANCE
No. 1054
(Adopted)
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The City Attorney then presented, explained the content and effect,
and read the title of Resolution No. 3126, entitled: "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA FINDING THAT THE PUBLIC
CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE IMPROVEMENT OF WOODRUFF AVENUE
AND WOODRUFF PLACE IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA."
Motion by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
body of Resolution No. 3126 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
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Motion by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Balser and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 3126 be adopted:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 3127, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO IMPROVE WOODRUFF
AVENUE AND WOODRUFF PLACE IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, DETERMINING THAT BONDS
SHALL BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT THE COST THEREFOR, DECLARING THE WORK TO BE
OF MORE THAN LOCAL OR ORDINARY PUBLIC BENEFIT, AND THAT THE EXPENSE
THEREOF SHALL BE ASSESSED UPON A DISTRICT."
He added that the estimated cost of this improvement is $6,433.00 and
a hearing on the matter will be held June 2, 1959 at 8:00 P.M. in the
Council Chamber.
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
body of Resolution No. 3127 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Motion by Ccuncilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried
on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 3127 be adopted:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1054, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF I
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, VACATING A PORTION
OF LOGANRITA AVENUE OFFERED FOR DEDICATION AND ACCEPTED AS A PUBLIC
STREET IN SAID CITY."
Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried on roll call vote as follows that che reading of the full
body of Ordinance No. 1054 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1054 be adopted:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
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ORDINANCE
No. 1055
(Adopted)
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RESOLUTION
No. 3123
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RESOLUTION
No. 3124
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The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1055, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION
3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 342 OF THE CITY OF ~CADIA."
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried
on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full body of
Ordinance No. 1055 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1055 be adopted:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 3123, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DEDICATING REAL PROPERTY FOR STREET
AND HIGHWAY PURPOSES TO BE KNOWN AS LEE AVENUE."
Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No. 3123 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
on roll call vote as follows, that Resolution No. 3123 be adopted:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No. 3124, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING A NEW SECTION NO. 7-A TO RESOLUTION
NO. 2831, SETTING THE DATE AND PLACE OF REGULAR MEETINGS FOR THE WATER
BOARD."
He added that these meetings are set for the third Monday of each
month at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
Motion by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Balser and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body
of Resolution No. 3124 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Motion by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Balser and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 3124 be
adopted:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
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LOT SPLIT
No. 98
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VEHICLE
PARKING
DISTRICT No.2
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(Award)
RESOLUTION
No. 3129
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Recommendation of the Planning Commission that Council clarify their
final approval of Lot Split No. 98, being the application of Robinson
Brothers and W. H. McCauley for two lot splits at the south end of Encino
Avenue; that one of the conditions imposed was the deposit of $750.00
per lot to apply toward the future extension of Camino Grove Avenue to
Sixth Avenue and that said deposit was tendered with certain conditions
attached. That in order to eliminate confusion and uncertainty in the
future the Planning Commission recommends that the following conditions
concerning the deposit be approved:
1. In the event Camino Grove Avenue is extended westerly to Sixth
Avenue through the formation of an assessment district, these funds so
deposited will be used to defray the cost of the assessment in this
amount, but in the event that assessments are less than the $750.00
deposited, the unused portion shall be refunded without interest.
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2. In the event that Camino Grove Avenue is extended to Sixth Avenue
from voluntary contributions of the affected properties, then this
$750.00 discharges the obligation in full.
3. In the event the street is constructed by the use of other funds,
other than an assessment district, or that it is constructed by direct
payment of the abutting property owners, or that in the event that the
street is not constructed prior to January I, 1968, the $750.00 deposited
is to be returned without interest to W. H. McCauley, 1136 South Sixth
Avenue and Robinson Brothers, 1114 Lyndon Way, Arcadia, California,
their heirs or assigns.
4. In no event are these two properties to be penalized by having
deposited funds in advance of other properties to the south, nor in
turn shall there result a gain to these two properties for having
made such deposits.
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried
on roll call vote as follows that Council accept the recommendation of
the Planning Commission and approve the conditions set forth above in
regard to Lot Split No. 98; that final approval of Lot Split No. 98 be
reaffirmed upon the four conditions as recommended by the Planning
Commission as above outlined; and that the minutes of May 7, 1958
relative to Lot Split No. 98 be amended to conform herewith:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
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The committee appointed to check and compute the bids on the bonds to be
issued to represent unpaid assessments upon lands in Vehicle Parking
District No.2 reported that the bid of Gross and Company, 816 West 5th
Street, Los Angeles, California, bidding par and interest of 4.75%, was
the best bid.
Whereupon the City Attorney presented, discussed and read the title of
Resolution No. 3129, entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AWARDING BONDS TO BE ISSUED TO REPRESENT
UNPAID ASSESSMENTS."
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Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
body of Resolution No. 3129 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 3129 be adopted:
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LOT SPLIT
No. 244
(Tentative
Approval)
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TRACT
No. 21618
(Extens ion
of Time)
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ZONING
ORDINANCE
AMENDMENT
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TRACT
No. 19974
(Ornamental
Street
Light
. Standards)
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TRAFFIC
SIGNALS
(Baldwin-
Colorado)
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AYES: Counci.lmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Upon recommendation of the City Attorney, Councilman Balser moved
that the Jeffries Banknote Company, Los Angeles, California, be
employed and authorized to print the required bonds. Councilman Jacobi
seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
John R. Fitzgerald, 1417 Loganrita Avenue
Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried unanimously that the Council accept the recommendation of the
Planning Commission and indicate its intention to approve Lot Split
No. 244 upon compliance with the conditions set forth in the
recommendation as follows:
1. File a final map with the City Engineer.
2. Install a sewer lateral.
3. Dedicate 48 feet for Loganrita Avenue.
4. Pay $25.00 recreation fee.
5. Install all street improvements required by the subdivision
ordinance, including curb, gutter, pavement, sewer, water
and gas.
6. Pay $10.00 for two street trees.
7. The Cicy shall dedicate for screec purposes the barrier
strip north and south of the lot, and the 12 foot future
street strip on the east.
Motion by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Mayor Reibo1d and carried
unanimously, that Council accept the recommendation of the Planning
Commission and permit a one-year extension of time for completion of
Tract No. 21618, subject to all previously approved conditions; said
tract being located on Greenfield Avenue, north of Pamela Road, contain-
ing 14 lots, and having received tentative approval on June 4, 1958.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 329 recommendi.ng amendment of
Seccion 5 (Zone R-l) of the Zoning Ordinance, requiring a public
hearing, Councilman Balser moved thac June 2, 1959 at 8:00 o'clock P.M.
be set for a public hearing on chis matter and that the City Clerk give
the required notice thereof. Councilman Jacobi seconded the motion and
it was carried unanimously.
The Director of Public Works advised that property owners on Third
Avenue, between Las Flores Avenue and Alster Avenue, in Tract No.
19974, have petitioned the installation of ornamental screet light
standards in this tract; that under the Street Lighting Act of 1927
the owners are assessed 50% of the maintenance cost and the City pays
the remaining 50% and that each property owner has deposited his pro
rata share of che cost of the standards. That the Southern California
Rdison Co. has estimated the cost of installation to be $600.00 for
four standards.
Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
unanimously that Council accept the recommendation of the Director of
Public Works and authorize him to proceed with the installation of the
light standards as set forth above.
Motion by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and
carried unanimously that the Council accept the recommendation of the
Director of Public Works and authorize the installation by the Division
of Highways of traffic signals at the intersection of Baldwin Avenue
with Colorado Street at an estimated cost of $3500.00, the City to
pay one-third of the total installation cost. That the City's share
of the cost is to be from its Stace Gas Tax Funds and that provisions
for this financing be included in the Memorandum of Agreement for the
fiscal year 1959-60.
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RESERVOIR
CONSTRUCTION
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LOT SPLIT
No. 242
(Final)
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PETITION
(Parking)
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Councilman Camphouse added that this traffic signal installation is
urgently needed and since the State Division of Highways does not
contemplate the completion of the plans and specifications for such
purpose until approximately January, 1960, that the Director of Public
Works use every possible means to expedite the completion of the
installation, in which expression Mayor Reibold concurred.
Recommendation of the City Manager Pro Tempore and the Water
Superintendent that Council authorize the employment of James H.
Montgomery, consulting engineer, to design and prepare plans and,
specifications for a reservoir at the Santa Anita site.
In explanation of this recommendation the City Manager Pro Tempore I
advised in substance that Mr. Montgomery had in 1958 strongly
recommended an increase in water storage facilities at the Santa Anita
reservoir site; that the City pUI'chased property for such purpose; that
current revenue from the revised water rates, plus accumulated monies
in the Water Fund now make it possible to begin construction of a new
reservoir at said site; that there is sufficient land remaining to add
more facilities if future growth warrants them; that the estimated cost
is $281,000 and that there is presently $296,888 in the.Water Fund which
is available for construction of this reservoir.
The Water Superintendent then displayed:~ di~gram of the site and
explained the design of the type of tank desired. A general discussion
ensued and it was the consensus of the Council that additional water
facilities are needed. Whereupon Councilman Balser commended the Staff
and all concerned for the work performed in resolving this situation and
moved that the Council accept the recommendation of the City Manager Pro
Tempore and the Water Superintendent, approve the project, and authorize
the employment of James M. Montgomery to design and prepare plans and
specifications for the described reservoir; and that the Mayor and City
Clerk be authorized to execute an agreement with Mr. Montgomery in form
approved by the City Attorney. Councilman Camphouse seconded the motion.
Mayor Reibold stated that it should be known that the payment of the
proposed reservoir will be made from water revenue and not from tax
funds. He also commended the Staff, both administrative and legal,
for their work and the fact that a substantial reduction in cost over
the original estimate has been effected equal to 11 cents on the tax
rate.
The following roll call was then taken on the motion made and seconded:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
To Mayor Reibold's query as to when it is anticipated the project will
be completed, the City Manager Pro Tempore stated that he thought the I
plans and specifications would be ready to go to bid some time in
August; that thereafter approximately six months is contemplated for
construction"
Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
unanimously that the Council accept the recommendation of the Director
of Public Works and that final approval be granted Rolland G. Weddell,
2533 South Second Avenue - Lot Split No. 242.
Recommendation of the Director of Public Works, the Police Chief and
the Fire Chief that a one-hour parking limit be established on First
Avenue from Diamond Street to 'Duarte Road; that said parking limit had
been petitioned by property owners and operators of business establish-
ments of said area in May, 1958. Council indicated their desire to
proceed.
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RESOLUTION
No. 3128
Whereupon the City Attorney presented, explained the content and read
the title of Resolution No. 3128, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCARDIA, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING FIRST AVENUE
BETWEEN DUARTE ROAD AND DIAMOND STREET, AS A ONE-HOUR PARKING ZONE."
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Councilman Camphouse moved that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No. 3128 be waived. Motion seconded by Councilman Jacobi
and carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Councilman Camphouse further moved that Resolution No. 3128 be adopted.
Seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
PACIFIC Recommendation of the Director of Public Works that the Council accept
ELECTRIC the offer of the Pacific Electric Railway Company to abandon its right
R. R. of way in Santa Clara Street from Santa Anita Avenue easterly to Fifth
D'~ Avenue; that for and in consideration of this offer of abandonment of
\ 'Q\~INnEXEDright of way with trackage in place, between Santa Anita and Second
Avenue, the company has agre~d to quitclaim its right, title and interest
to all this property and will remove the trestle over Santa Anita Wash;
that the title which it now holds includes the condition that the right
of way shall always be kept open and free as a public way for public use.
Councilman Balser moved that the Council accept the recommendation of
the Director of Public Works and authorize the acceptance of the offer
of the Pacific Electric Railway to abandon its right of way with trackage
in place, between Santa Anita and Second Avenue on condition that said
Pacific Electric Railway quitclaim its right, title and interest to all
this property to the City of Arcadia and also on condition that said
company remove the trestle over Santa Anita Wash. Motion seconded by
Councilman Camphouse and carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
BID RESULTS The following bids were received for the removal of 36 dead and
(a - 36 Trees) dangerous trees in the City of Arcadia:
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Johnson Tree Service
LaFon's Tree Service
California Tree Service
Reliable and A. A. Tree
Service (Joint Venture)
$5,700.00
5,825.00
5,965.00
6,480.00
Councilman Jacobi moved that the Council approve the recommendation
of the Director of Public Works and that the contract for the removal
of 36 dead and dangerous trees in the City of Arcadia be awarded to
the low bidder Johnson Tree Service in the amount of $5,700.00;
that any irregularities or informalities in the bid or the bidding
process be waived; that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to
execute a contract in accordance therewith in form approved by the
City Attorney, and that all other bid deposits be returned. Council-
man Camphouse seconded the motion and it was carried on roll call vote
as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
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BID RESULTS
(b - 98 Trees)
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ADVERTISE
FOR BIDS
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(a' - Res troom
Facilities
Wilderness
Park)
(b - Water
Mains -
Valencia Way)
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LIBRARY
BOARD
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WILDERNESS
PARK
(Directional
Signs)
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The following
in the center
Ani ta Avenue,
bids were received for the removal of 98 trees, located
parkway, the east parkway and the west parkway on Santa
south of Duarte Road and north of Live Oak Avenue:
Johnson Tree Service
California Tree Service
Reliable and A. A. Tree
Service (Joint Venture)
LaFon's Tree Service
Grindle & Heinkel
Wm. C. Mason
$3,988.00
4,665.00
4,710.00
4,780.00
7,550.83
14,800.00
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Councilman Jacobi moved that the Council approve the recommendation of
the Director of Public Works and that the contract for the removal of
98 trees located in the center, east and west parkway on Santa Anita
Avenue, south of Duarte Road and north of Live Oak Avenue be awarded to
the low bidder Johnson Tree Service in the amount of $3,988.00; that any
irregularities or informalities in the bid or the bidding process be
waived; that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute a contract
in accordance therewith in form approved by the City Attorney, and that
all other bid deposits be returned. Councilman Balser seconded the
motion and it was carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, .Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Councilman Balser moved that the Council accept the recommendation of
the Director of Public Works; approve the plans and specifications for
the installation of restroom facilities in the Wilderness Park; and
authorize the City Clerk to call for bids, said bids to be returned
May 18, 1959 at 11:00 o'clock A.M. and acted upon by the Council at
the regular meeting of May 19, 1959. Councilman Camphouse seconded the
motion and it was carried unanimously.
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried unanimously that the Council accept the recommendation of the
City Manager Pro Tempore and the Water Superintendent; approve the
plans and specifications for the installation of water mains in
Valencia Way from Foothill Boulevard to Hillcrest Boulevard and in
Hillcrest Boulevard from 150 feet west of Valencia Way to 100 feet
east of Valencia Way; and authorize the City Clerk to call for bids,
said bids to be returned May 18, 1959 at 11:00 o'clock A.M. and acted
upon by the Council at the regular meeting of May 19, 1959,
Request to transfer $1500.00 for the purchase of Keysort transaction
cards from Account No. 160.21 to Account No. 160.6.
Councilman Camphouse moved that the Council authorize the transfer of
$1500.00 from Account No. 160.21 to Account No. 160.6 for the purchase I
of Keysort transaction cards for the Arcadia Public Library. Council-
man Jacobi seconded the motion and it was carried on roll call vote as
fo llows :
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the Council accept the
recommendation of the Director of Recreation and authorize the purchase
of six street directional signs and appurtenant equipment at an
estimated cost of $200.00 for a maximum of six signs, to be placed
at certain intersections, directing the way to the Wilderness Park;
that payment for same be made from the balance on hand in the Capital
Improvement Projects Fund CWilderness Park) of $574.94:
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AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
COMMUNICATIONS
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(a) Mayor Reibold ordered copies of a communication from Adam Christopher
Jaeger, 712 North Santa Anita Drive, commending the Arcadia Police
Department and Officers Donahue and Billings in particular for
excellent protection, sent to the department and the men in question.
(b) Mr. R. E. Baum, 1059 Monte Verde Drive, President of the Rancho Santa
Anita Residents' Association, addressed the Council and read in full a
communication regarding the public feeding of peacoc~~ on the streets,
particularly in the area of North Old Ranch Road. (Letter on file in the
office of the City Clerk).
The letter stated in part that the residents of the said area desire
Council to take appropriate action to alleviate the traffic problem and
the litter caused by the public feeding of peacocks on the streets,
particularly in their area, but that they did not want the peacocks
removed.
Chief of Police R. S. Seares also addressed the Council and suggested
that Council adopt an ordinance prohibiting the feeding of the peacocks
on public streets and that appropriate signs be posted informing the
public of such restriction.
After a general discussion, it being the consensus of the Council that
they were cognizant of the situation and desired to.fully cooperate with
the residents in an effort to resolve the problem, Councilman Balser
moved that the Council instruct the City Attorney to prepare an
ordinance adequately prohibiting the feeding of fowl or animals on
public streets, sidewalks or parkways. Councilman Camphouse seconded the
motion.
Mr. Baum then thanked the Council for its cooperation and added that the
residents of the area will cooperate and work with the City in every way
possible in this matter.
The City Attorney commented that since summer is so close and the number
of tourists is greatly increased at that time that he suggested the
proposed ordinance be adopted at the next council meeting as an
emergency ordinance.
Councilman Jacobi suggested that circulars be distributed showing where
the peacocks can be fed as part of the public education necessary to
publicize the new action.
The motion having been made and seconded, it was passed unanimously.
(c) Communication from Rancho Santa Anita, Inc. protesting the proposed
island and signal system at Colorado Place and Huntington Drive.
A general discussion ensued. The Director of Public Works stated
that the State Division of Highways proposes, ,to install curbing on
Colorado Place and Colorado Street to Michillinda and that included
in such proposal is a signal and island installation at the intersection
of Colorado Place and Huntington Drive; that he ,had conferred at various
times with members of the Highway Division to separate the two instal-
lations and eliminate the island and signal installation but had been
advised that these could not be separated without removing it entirely
from this year's budget; that as to whether it would then again be
included in the next year's budget would not be known until May 28;
1959.
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(e)
(f)
INDEXED
5\1\.01"
It was the consensus of the Council that it resented the mandatory
attitude of the State Division of Highways regarding traffic control
within the City and that a solution to this attitude might be to
contact someone influential and attentive to local problems in
Sacramento and solicit his strong support.
Mr. F, Wesley Davies, Manager of Rancho Santa Anita, Inc. addressed
the Council and stated in part that he had also attended some of the
meetings of the State Division of Highways and had been informed that
these two projects could be separated but that it would mean delay.
Councilman Camphouse then moved that Mayor Reibold be empowered to I
appoint a committee to confer with appropriate officials locally and
in Sacramento. Councilman Balser seconded the motion and it was
carried unanimously. Whereupon Mayor Reibold appointed a committee
consisting of Councilmen Camphouse and Jacobi, the City Attorney and
the Director of Public Works to attend the meeting of the State
Division of Highways on May 28, 1959.
(d)
Mayor Reibold instructed that the letter from Vincent Rizzo, 670 Naomi
Avenue, commending the Council, be filed.
To the communication from the. San Gabriel Valley Group for Decent
Literature the Council stated that there was legislation pending
before both Houses of Congress regarding this matter and that
individuals could help by writing their representatives.
Mayor Reibold avised that a communication had been received from
Mr. Elmer R. Godfrey, 147 Woodruff Place, complaining about the
height of a hedge on the property of Mr. Thomas H. Brooks, 149
Woodruff Place, which obstructed the view of motorists and that it
was a serious traffic hazard. Mr. Godfrey,.being present, addressed
the Council and reiterated in part the statements contained in his
letter. He added that Councilman Jacobi had been the only Councilman
to personally contact him and view the situation.
A general discussion ensued. He was informed that although he had
not been personally contacted by the other- councilmen that they were
cognizant of the situation and had personally viewed the street;
also that members of the staff had viewed the street and had
contacted Mr. Brooks; that in compliance with the request he trimmed
his hedge to a height of four feet but had explained that the reason he
kept his hedge high was to act as a buffer or screen against all the
traffic that passed his corner.
The feasibility of removing the hedge back to the required set-back
regulation was also discussed. The City Attorney stated that the
City has an ordinance prohibiting obstructions at intersections but
that this is not an intersection but that Woodruff Place is only a
private easement. The City Attorney summarized a seven-page report I
on the subject; that numerous staff members, including himself, had
visited the premises frequently and worked toward a solution; that
the problem presented is only one of many in the area stemming from
the frequent division of lots in the area without subdividing under
state laws or previously dividing the same under City supervision
as now required; that Woodruff Place is not a public street but is
only a private easement and cited numerous problems of equal
magnitude in the area. That the matter was still under Staff study.
Councilman Camphouse stated that he felt no satisfactory solution
could be reached that evening; that more information was desirable
on the subject and since the City Attorney had stated that he
intended contacting Mr. Brooks he thought Council should wait for
a report from him,
Whereupon Mayor Reibold ordered the matter placed on pending agenda.
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I
, REFUND
(Wal ters)
f~\1o
BUSINESS
PERMIT
RENEWAL
;..'Y
'\
OFFICE
EQUIPMENT
(City Clerk)
INDEXED
COUNTyINDEXEb
BOUNDARY
COMMISSION
:4~20
Councilman Camphouse moved that the City Clerk be authorized to
refund $18.75 to Dorothy M. Walters, 4325 North Maine Avenue,
Baldwin Park, being the unused portion of investigation fee
deposited by Mrs. Walters when making application for a business
license. Councilman Jacobi seconded the motion and it was carried
on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Councilman Balser moved that the City Council approve the application
of Valley Transit Lines, Inc., 2325 Continental Street, El Monte,
for a renewal of a business permit for the operation of a charter bus
service, and that the provisions of Section 18 of Ordinance No. 737,
applicable to previously licensed businesses, be waived. Motion
seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried unanimously.
Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Ccuncilman Balser and carried
on roll call vote as follows, that the City Clerk be authorized to
purchase an additional Remington Rand Fireproof Filing Cabinet at a
total cost of $762.32; that there is a balance of $606.50 remaining
in the initial allocation for refurnishing and redecorating the
Clerk's office and the remainder of $155.82 be appropriated from
Account No. 103.17:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSTAINED: Councilman Camphouse
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Mayor Reibold ordered filed notices from the County Boundary Commission
that the City of El Monte has filed annexation proposals known as
No's 189, 190, 191 and 192, since they have no effect upon the City of
Arcadia.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
(First
Baptist
Church -
Temple City)
r( .:
Mr. M. W, Barnard, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the First
Baptist Church, Temple City, California, addressed the Council and
read in full a letter which he presented to the Council, (Letter on
file in the office of the City Clerk). Said letter requested that
Council take the necessary steps toward de-annexation of the church
property which was included in the recent annexation proceedings
(Annexation No. l7-A). lIe added that the Church had been advised that
this step could be taken as soon as the annexation proceedings had been
completed.
The City Attorney was instructed to contact Rev. Robert L. Huston,
Pastor, as soon as the annexation has been completed, and Councilman
Jacobi moved that the matter be placed on pending agenda. Motion
seconded by Councilman Balser and carried unanimously.
MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS
(American
Legion)
trNDEXED
In compliance with the request of John W. Howard, Commander, Arcadia
Post No. 247 American Legion, Councilman Camphouse moved that Baldy
Voiture No. 104 - 40/8 be granted permission for a motorcade of
approximately four vehicles, and march to be held Saturday, May 9, 1959
at 5:00 P.M. along the west side of North First Avenue at American
Legion Hall, south to Colorado Blvd., west to North Santa Anita Ave.,
north to West Floral Avenue, east to North First Avenue, then south
to the American Legion Hall; that the entire route proceed with the
traffic and that a Police Department motorcycle escort be provided.
Councilman Balser seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
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ORDINANCE
No. 1056
INDEXED
RESOLUTION
No. 3125
INDEXED
RADAR
INDEX:cn
TRAFFIC
HAZARD
INDEXED
The City Attorney advised that the Administrative Staff has reviewed
the Building Code and recommended a change in the fees. The City
Manager Pro Tempore explained the fee schedule and commented that
there is a change in the requirement for plan-check fees which shall
be one-half of the building permit fee; also that an additional $2.00
is charged on the basic permit fee.
Whereupon the City Attorney presented, explained the content and read
the title of Ordinance No. 1056, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 5 OF
ORDINANCE NO. 1046 OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA."
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full
body of Ordinance No. 1056 be waived:
I
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Councilman Balser further moved that Ordinance No. 1056 be introduced.
Motion seconded by Councilman Camphouse and carried on roll call vote
as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 3125, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING A MEMBER AND AN ALTERNATE
MEMBER TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY DIVISION OF
THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES,"
He added that this resolution specifies that Mayor Reibold is
appointed as a member of said Board of Directors and that Councilman
Camphouse is appointed alternate.
Motion by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Balser and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body
of Resolution No. 3125 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Ba~ser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
Motion by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Balser and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 3125 be
adopted:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
I
In compliance with Councilman Camphouse's request, Mayor Reibold
instructed the City Manager to submit a report on the present status
of Arcadia's radar equipment.
At Councilman Jacobi's request, Mayor Reibold instructed the Director
of Public Works to ascertain what could be done to alleviate the
traffic hazard resulting from an island located at the intersection
of Colorado Boulevard and Colorado Place.
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RESIGNAtION
(Vachon)
INDEXED
I
COUNCILMEN
LIAISON
ASS IGNMI>NTS
MAYO- BREED
FORMULA
(S tate Gas
Tax)
L. A. Met.
Transit Auth.
ORDINANCE
No. 1057
INDEXED
I
ADJOURNMENT
Upon the reading of a letter from Mr. Frank Vachon, resigning as a
member of the Planning Commission because of his appointment to the
Water Board, Councilman Camp house moved that said resignation be
accepted and that a letter of appreciation for his services on the
Planning Commission be sent to Mr. Vachon. Councilman Balser
seconded the motion, which was carried unanimously, adding that he
also felt that Mr. Vachon had performed outstandingly on the Planning
Commission, and Mayor Reibold stated he would see that a letter of
commendation was written to Mr. Vachon.
Mayor Reibold stated that on April 24, 1959 he had sent a letter to
each of the councilmen in connection with their liaison appointments
to the various commissions and boards, and that this would confirm the
following assignments:
Councilman Balser to the Planning Commission
Councilman Camphouse to the Water Board and the Personnel Board
Councilman Jacobi to the Health and Sanitation Commission
Councilman Phillips to the Library Board and Recreation Commission.
Mayor Reibold read in full a letter from Supervisor Frank G. Bonelli,
regarding the position of Arcadia on the Mayo-Breed formula used by the
State for the distribution of gas tax revenues, and requesting re-
affirmation of the City's endorsement of the proposed revision of
Assembly Bill 2680 now introduced in the Lower House which will enable
Southern California counties and cities to receive more equitable shares
of the State gas tax revenues. He added that this revision will change
the distribution formula to 40-60% instead of the present 45-55%.
After discussion by the Council it was moved by Councilman Balser and
seconded by Councilman Camphouse and carried unanimously that the City
communicate with Assemblymen Lanterman and Geddes and Senator Richards
endorsing the proposed revision. The City Manager Pro Tempore commented
that the City had previously endorsee rne legislation but that he would
send telegrams immediately and advise Supervisor Bonelli of the City's
action.
Mayor Reibold reported briefly on a luncheon meeting he had attended
at which the Los Angeles Metropolitan Transit Authority spoke on
traffic flow within the metropolitan area and that further study will
be made toward mass transportation systems.
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Ordinance No. 1057, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, PROHIBITING THE FEEDING OF ANIMALS
AND FOWL ON PUBLIC STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND PARKWAYS IN THE CITY OF
ARCADIA. "
Councilman Balser moved that the reading of the full body of Ordinance
No. 1057 be waived. Motion seconded by Councilman Camphouse and
carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
AllSENT: Councilman Phillips
Councilman Balser furthe'c moved that Ordinance No. 1057 be
introduced. Motion seconded by Councilman Camphouse and carried
on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibo1d
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
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