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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMAY 5,1959 I ,,,,oe""" PLEDGE ROLL CALL MINUTES (April 7 and 21, 1959) OPENING OF BIDS (Vehic Ie Parking District No.2) 1~" I HEARING (Improvement of Woodruff Ave. and Woodruff PI.) 1011 ~4610 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. 1. 5- 5- 59 :4511 RESOLUTION No. 3126 1~1\ RESOLUTION No. 3127 '1 $' \ ORDINANCE No. 1054 (Adopted) ,,,a... 1". 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 I 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 2. 5- 5- 59 :4512 ORDINANCE No. 1055 (Adopted) INDEXED I RESOLUTION No. 3123 lNDEXE~ RESOLUTION No. 3124 INDEXEJ) I 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 3. 5- 5- 59 :4.~13 LOT SPLIT No. 98 1-,)-10 VEHICLE PARKING DISTRICT No.2 " ~'\ (Award) RESOLUTION No. 3129 , "':\ ,>\ 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. I 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 . 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." I 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: 4. 5- 5- 59 I LOT SPLIT No. 244 (Tentative Approval) r ~)). TRACT No. 21618 (Extens ion of Time) 1'?~ . ZONING ORDINANCE AMENDMENT H~'O f ~, vlv ('C I TRACT No. 19974 (Ornamental Street Light . Standards) .INDEXED '..' TRAFFIC SIGNALS (Baldwin- Colorado) i~~? :4€314 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. 5. 5- 5- 59 :4515 RESERVOIR CONSTRUCTION f ,. LOT SPLIT No. 242 (Final) 1~ PETITION (Parking) INDEXED S\~~'\, 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. 6. 5- 5- 59 I I :4.~16 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." INDEXED 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: 1fl~ 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 7. 5- 5- 59 :4617 BID RESULTS (b - 98 Trees) '1- ~ o~ ADVERTISE FOR BIDS J..1'llcu (a' - Res troom Facilities Wilderness Park) (b - Water Mains - Valencia Way) t5' J LIBRARY BOARD INDEXED WILDERNESS PARK (Directional Signs) J. 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 I 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: 8. 5- 5- 59 I I =4518 AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Phillips COMMUNICATIONS r::JEXED ,?~ 1 (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. 9. 5- 5- 59 :4519 (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. 10, 5- 5- 59 I 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. 11. 5- 5- 59 '- ... hi')4 _ L?:' . ~1.1L 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. ", 12. 5- 5- 59 =4~22 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 .,00 .,,," 0< ."yO" '0;>0" 'ho ~~ :;;r~ et=~ ~:1lt~ Mayor '" ') City Clerk 13. 5- 5- 59