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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
DECE~IDER 1, 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 o'clock P.M.,
December 1, 1959.
The Invocation was offered by Rev. A. Karl Myers, Pastor of the
Village presbyterian Church.
Mayor Reibold led in the pledge of allegiance to the flag.
PRESENT :
ABSENT :
Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
None
Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Councilman Phillips and
carried unanimously that the minutes of the Regular Meeting of
November 17, 1959, as submitted in writing be approved.
Mayor Reibold advised that the next matter would be item 5 on the
Pending Agenda, to wit: recommendation of the Committee, composed
of Councilmen Camphouse and Balser, regarding appointment of
independent auditors for the audit of the City's books for the
fiscal year 1959-60.
Whereupon Councilman Balser moved that, inasmuch as the service of the
firm of Lybrand, Ross Bros. & Montgomery had been most satisfactory in
their audit of the City's books the preceding fiscal year, said firm
again be retained to conduct the City's annual audit for the fiscal
year 1959-60, pursuant to Section 1115 in the City Charter. Councilman
Phillips seconded the motion and it was carried on roll call vote as
follows: .
AYES: Councilmen Balser, camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Mayor Reibold declared the hearing open on the application of Mr. E. D.
Fisher, 1814 Tenth Avenue, Monrovia, California, for a business permit
to allow him to solicit door to door for sale of chain link fencing
(Anchor Post Products, Inc. of California) to be used for residential
property protection, and inquired if anyone in the audience desired to
be heard on the matter.
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No one desiring to be heard, Councilman Phillips moved that the hearing
be closed. Motion seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried unanimously.
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Councilman Phillips stated that he has always striven to limit door to
door solicitation, even to the point of elimination. However, in this
case the applicant has complied with the ex~sting ordinance pertaining
to door to door solicitation, and he moved that Council approve the
application of Mr. E. D. Fisher and authorize the issuance of a
business permit to allow him to solicit door to door for Anchor Post
Products, Inc. of California for the sale of chain link fencing as
set forth in his application and in conformance with the terms and
conditions of Ordinance No. 1006. Motion seconded by Councilman Jacobi
arid carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: Councilman Camphouse
ABSENT: None
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Mayor Reibold declared the hearing open on the appeal of Roccie J. and
Lorraine R. Schavoni from Planning Commission Resolution No. 343,
recommending denial of their request for a zone variance to permit the
construction of an additional dwelling at 141 West Colorado Blvd. and
inquired if anyone in the audience desired to be heard in favor of the
request.
Mr. Roccie J. Schavoni addressed the Council, stating in part that in
compliance with a suggestion of the Planning Commission he had
contacted Mr. Thomas W. Kendall, the owner of two acres of adjoining
land to the east of his property regarding subdividing both properites.
He also handed to the City Clerk a copy of a letter he had written to
Mr'..Kendall :dated Auguilt. 20, ,1959 to the same effect, adding that Mr. I
Kendall has to date expressed no inclination to have his property
subdivided; that in view of the fact that there is no likelihood of a
subdivision in that particular area in the foreseeable future he
requested that Council grant his original request.
The Director of Public Works pointed out the location of' the property
in question, stating that it is 105 feet wide by 374 feet long on one
side and 457 feet on the other.
In the general discussion that ensued it was stated that, the basic
reasons for the denial by the Planning Commission of the requested
zone variance were that no other properties in the same vicinity have
more than one residence, the provisions of Orainance No. 990 as
amended requiring at least 25% being so built; that there appeared to
be some question about a possible subdivision to the east, including
the applicants' property; and that no exceptional circumstances were
applicable in this case.
There being no one else desiring to address the Council either in
favor of or in opposition to the requested zone variance Councilman
Balser moved that the hearing be closed; which motion was seconded by
Councilman Camphouse and carried unanimously.
Councilman Balser further stated that in view of the points discussed,
he moved that Council approve the recommendation of the Planning
Commission as contained in its Resolution No. 343 and deny the request
of Roccie J. and Lorraine R. Schavoni for a zone variance to permit
the construction of an additional dwelling at 141 West Colorado Blvd.
Motion seconded'by Councilman Phillips and carried on roll call vote
as follows:
AYEs: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Clerk read in full the following petitions and communications
received both in protest to and in favor of Resolution No. 355
recommending amendment of Ordinance No. 760 for the reclassification I
of property bounded by Duarte Road, Lovell, Camino Real and Baldwin
Avenues:
1. A petition bearing 111 signatures accepted .at:.theLCo.urtcilLmeet!-ng
of November 17, 1959 for presentation at this meeting, opposing the
proposed reclassification for the reasons that the area is of such
scope as to require notices to all property owners in the western
area of the city rather than the minimum legal requirements of the
Zoning Act; that this marks a departure from the basic plans of Arcadia
zoning, which is essentially residential, and requesting that the
matter be submitted to the entire citizenry of Arcadia by public
hearings or by referendum.
2. A petition received that evening, allegedly containing 318
signatures (the number not verified by the City Clerk) protesting the
proposed reclassification upon the same grounds essentially as the
above petition.
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3. A petition with four signatures protesting the proposed rezoning of
the north side of Camino Real Avenue west of Lovell Avenue for
commercial purposes while the south side remains residential, and
requesting that consideration be given for rezoning of both sides.
4. A communication from the Board of Directors of El Rancho Santa Anita
Business Association, representing 27 merchants in the El Rancho Shopping
area, requesting that the proposed rezoning be referred back to the
Planning Commission for consideration before Council votes on its
passage.
5. petition containing 547 signatures, approving the proposed rezoning.
Prior to the official opening of the hearing, at the request of Mayor
Reibo1d, Mr. L. M. Talley, Planning Secretary, explained as follows to
the Council and to the audience, in substance what is entailed in
Planning Commission Resolution No. 355:
That the area recommended for reclassification encompasses the south
side of Duarte Road from the present commercial zone easterly to
Lovell Avenue, down the west side of Lovell Avenue to Naomi Avenue;
both sides of Naomi Avenue from Lovell Avenue westerly to the present
commercial zone at Baldwin Avenue, and the north side of Camino Real
Avenue from Lovell Avenue westerly to the present commercial zone at
Baldwin Avenue.
That the Planning Commission has taken into consideration what, in their
opinion, is necessary to make the proposed area suitable for business,
such as the widening of Duarte Road, the widening of Lovell Avenue
from Duarte Road to Camino Real Avenue, the widening of Naomi Avenue
from Lovell Avenue to Baldwin Avenue and of Camino Real Avenue from
Lovell Avenue to the commercial zone at Baldwin Avenue; the continuation
of a present alley south of the commercial development on Duarte Road
easterly into Lovell Avenue; that as a further protection to the
residential property remaining on the east side of Lovell Avenue and
the south side of Camino Real Avenue, the Commission recommended that
the entire widening of the street come off the west side of Lovell Avenue
and the north side of Camino Real Avenue.
That after the street has been widened, a strip ten feet wide be devoted
to plan~ing':and beautification purposes .behind the sidewalk; at the
inside of the ten foot strip a concrete block wall approximately six
feet high be erected and .inside of the wall 60 feet of automobile park-
ing, so that buildings will be set back a considerable distance from
the residential property on the opposite side of the street.
That along Naomi Avenue approximately the same thing was recommended,
except that the widening would be on each side with a landscaped strip
back of the widening and a 15 foot setback to the building, so that
there would be landscaping in front of all the buildings, but no wall
in this particular case because it would be commercial on each side of
the street. That this would leave the entire center of the blocks open
for commercial development.
That an alley be dedicated between Naomi and Camino Real Avenues from
Lovell Avenue west to the commercial development at Baldwin Avenue;
the continuation of the north-south alley east of Baldwin Avenue,
which is already partially installed, thus providing circulation by
alleys through the center of the block between Naomi and Camino Real
Avenues, the center of the block between Duarte Road and Naomi Avenue,
and at the rear of the business lots on Baldwin Avenue.
That certain restrictions have been recommended on buildings, signs,
lighting of parking lots, etc.
That the development be set up in districts, numbers 1, 2, 3 and 4, so
that as one area is ready for development it can go ahead without waiting
for the entire area. No. 1 is the area on the west side of Lovell Avenue
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from Duarte Road down to the extension of the present alley at the rear
of the commercial property on Duarte Road; No. 2 would be the north side
of Naomi Avenue; No.3 the south side of Naomi Avenue and No.4 the
north side of Camino Real Avenue. That the size of the ar~a be subject
to change if necessity is shown.
That the area remain in its present Zone R-l; an ordinance to be adopted
that would specify that the zoning will be changed when the conditions
have been fulfilled and when a developer in a certain area has complied
with the conditions pertaining thereto that that property automatically
be zoned to commercial without the necessity of a further public hearing.
That the area proposed to be rezoned would consist of approximately 20 I
acres; that all plot plans and building plans would have to be approved
by the Planning Commission and the City Council; that the area when
rezoned as recommended will become part of No. 1 Fire Zone, and all
buildings must be of masonry construction.
That the conditions as contained in Resolution No. 355 are substantially
as follows: To landscape and construct a wall and provide parking along
the north side of Camino Real Avenue, the same as specified on ~ovell
Avenue; no vehicular access to be allowed from Lovell Avenue or Camino
Real Avenue except at the dedicated alleys; the southwest corner of
Duarte Road and Lovell Avenue to have special landscape treatment; all
signs to be limited to one square foot of area for each foot of building
frontage; all signs to be mounted flat against the building; no flashing
or roof signs to be allowed; all lighting of the parking area and the
buildings to be directed away from adjoining residential property; all
plans to be submitted to the Planning Commission for approval as to plot
plan, architectural treatment, walls, landscaping and signs before
issuance of a building permit.
Mr. Talley displayed a map showing the location of property owners
opposed to as well as favoring the recommended reclassification, adding
that the map did not include the property of those signing the petition
filed at this meeting and also did not include property of those
persons located in wide and various portions of the city not directly
relat~d to the area.
Mayor Reibold then declared the hearing open on Planning Commission
Resolution No. 355 recommending amendment of Ordinance No. 760 covering
reclassification of property bounded by Duarte Road, Lovell Avenue,
Camino Real Avenue and Baldwin Avenue, and called first upon those
persons in the audience opposed to the proposed reclassification.
Mr. August J. Goebel, 3935 Huntington Drive, pasadena, california, an
attorney, representing the West Arcadia Home OWners Association, stated
in part that: said resolution should not be given favorable action
by Council, the zoning to remain as is or, in the alternative, the
matter be referred back to the Planning Commission for the purpose of I
considering further evidence, which would not be cumulative but entirely
new. That failure by the Planning Commission to make certain findings
rendered the resolution in question illegal. That property owners in
the adjacent areas received no notice of the proceedings before the
Planning Commission although the technical requirements of the Zoning
Ordinance regarding notice to property owners within a radius of 300
feet were complied with; that an ordinance based on this pending
resolution will have a serious and deleterious effect on residential
property and small businesses in a wide surrounding area. That Ordinance
No. 760 was adopted to provide economic and social advantages resulting
from an orderly planned use of land resources; that it recognized that
Arcadia was preeminently suited for residential purposes, together with
such related commercial and light industrial uses as are necessary to
serve the needs of residential areas and that the proposed action is not
in harmony with the intent of this ordinance.
That the said resolution is invalid for the reason that no evidence of
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public necessity, convenience, general welfare or good zoning practices.
was shown,. nor were there findings thereon'made.by the Planning Commis.
sionto show that this rezoning is justified at this time.
Mr. Goebel cited the names and statements made by several persons at
Planning Commission meetings to, the effect that their properties were
no longer suitable for residential use because of the commercial area
on Baldwin Avenue, and added that in his opinion, increasing the
commercial zone would increase the difficulty over a wider area.
Mr~ Goebel concluded by stating in part'that he urged that this
resolution being, in his opinion, invalid, should not receive favorable
action, and that the matter be again submitted to the Planning Com-
mission, they to have the benefit of the new evidence that would be
presented.
The following persons thereafter addressed the Council, reading in full
prepared statements in opposition to the proposed reclassification
(statements on file in the office of the City Clerk) which stated
substantially:
Mr. Paul R. Hackstedde, 333 West Camino Real Avenue: That Arcadia should
not replace the chicken ranches with traffic involved in making Arcadia
a service area for other communities; that Arcadia's future lies in being
and remaining an island of gracious living surrounded by a sea of
congestion. He also displayed a placard which is used by the City
bearing the legend: "Community'of Homes".
Mr. Clifford W. Sise, 345 West Camino Real Avenue: That section 16 of
ordinance. No. 760 requires that ~mendments and changes of zone
boundaries must be justified on the basis of public necessity,
convenience, etc., and that in the opinion of the West Arcadia Home
Owners Association, which he represented, the proposed rezoning will
ultimately produce a surrounding area of blight and deterioration; that
over 85% of the population of Arcadia is prese~tly represented by private
home owners.
Mrs. Olwen Covell, 468 West Camino Real Avenue: Requested further
consideration before final action, which would create additional
commercial area in an admittedly residential section of the City. That
no public necessity exists; that a' gray zone extends from Duarte Road
down behind the commercial structure on Baldwin Avenue to Camino Real
Avenue and that this would spread; that the present commercial areas now
meet the needs of'the home owners in Arcadia.
Mr. Delman H. Johnson, 250 West Camino Real Avenue: That as a
representative of the West Arcadia Home Owners Association he does not
.feel the proposed rezoning fulfills the requirements of being in the best
interests and general welfare of the residents of Arcadia; that the
streets which will be the feeder routes into this area were not designed
to handle the volume of traffic which will be coming into the proposed
area; that four schools are bounded by one or more of said streets with
an attendance of approximately four thousand students; that Arcadia should
not be turned into a service community for all the surrounding cities;
that unfavorable types of businesses will move into the area, and that
the alleged tal< revenue would not be of benefit to the city as evidenced
by the fact that the tax rate on assessed valuations of property in nearby
cities that are largely commercial and industrial are higher than those of
nearby primarily residential cities, and also that Arcadia now has
inactive funds in several Arcadia banks.
Mrs. D. H. Johnson, 250 West Camino Real Avenue then addressed the Council,
stating in part that she was opposed to the rezoning because of the
deleterious effect she felt it would have on the value of her home, and
the danger of increased traffic to children.
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The following persons then addressed the Council in favor of the
proposed reclassification:
Mrs. Margaret L. Warner, owning property at 1225 Lovell Avenue
Mr. Hammond Nash, President of Nash's of Arcadia
Mr. Fred J. Miller, 630 Naomi Avenue
Mr. Donald H. Kay, owning property at 1015 South Baldwin Avenue
Mr. Granville M. Shumaker, residing in San Marino
Mrs. Charlotte L. Wilson, 626 Naomi Avenue
Mr. Harold E. McGowan, 647 West Camino Real Avenue
Mr. Clarence H. Skinner, 1229 Lovell Avenue
Mr. Anton Green, 812 Southview Avenue
Mr. John P. Vidican, 219 California Street.
They stated substantially that they did not feel the proposed reclas- I
sification would adversely affect property nearby; that the people in
the immediate vicinity of the area in question are almost 100% in favor;
that the Planning Commission is to be commended on the amount of time
and study they have given the matter; that the proposed changeover will
result in additional tax revenue which will inur to the City and will not
be consumed by the necessity of new schools and the like; that a good
shopping area will be an asset to the community property-wise as
compared to the type of some of the property there at this time; that
the influx of traffic is a problem shared not only by the City of Arcadia;
that although the commercial area comprises a small percentage of the
City it pays approximately 50% of the taxes; that the restrictions
placed on the development will insure fine tenants and that the D OVerlay
will give the City complete architectural supervision of this area.
No one else desiring to be heard, Councilman Balser moved that the
hearing be closed, which motion was seconded by Councilman Jacobi and
carried unanimously.
Councilman Phillips stated in part that the Council has been and is
concerned 'with the problem of increasing traffic through Arcadia both
north and south-bound and east and west, irrespective of business areas;
that to partially alleviate this some of the streets are being widened
wherever and whenever possible; that he felt Mr. Johnson had over- .
emphasized the problem of traffic where school children are concerned,
since the majority of such children are taken to and from school in
buses. He added that with regard to Mrs. Covell's comments regarding
the so-called gray zone, the fixed boundary placed by the Planning
Commission on the area in question would end this problem.'
Councilman Balser stated in part that he liked to hear fellow Arcadians
speak of Arcadia as a community of homes; that he always referred to it
as a "City of Distinctive Homes". That he lived in the Baldwin Stocker
Acres where a great deal of the opposition to the reclassification
emanated, but that he did not agree that the proposed development would
adversely affect property values at that distance, nor the properties I
adjacent thereto. He cited as an example the large commercial develop-
ment on Foothill Boulevard west of Michillinda Avenue which development
had been opposed by property owners in that area on the grounds that
it would deteriorate adjacent and nearby property values, but which has
not done so; that on the contrary, recently homes costing approximately
$50,000.00 have been built close-by; and that the D OVerlay restrictions
imposed by the Arcadia Planning Commission on the proposed development
are more comprehensive and stringent than the restrictions on the
Foothill development.
Mayor Reibold stated in part that keeping Arcadia a community of homes
had been one of his campaign platforms, but that it should be understood
that a community of homes is a composite of many things, such as
friendly relations requiring police and fire protection, adequate and
good schools, library facilities, etc. and in order to have such a
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community it must be in good health both socially and economically.
That it is the responsibility of the Council to determine whether
Arcadia should have piece-meal rezoning, which does not encourage
healthy growth, or whether to take a long-range viewpoint and recognize
the mounting costs of government.
Mayor Reibold continued that with regard to traffic, he also lived in
the Baldwin Stocker Acres, on Longden Avenue, where traffic is about
twice as heavy as on Camino Real Avenue, but that it should be recognized
that Arcadia, which was originally an agrarian community and then became
a community of homes, is now a point enroute. That traffic peaks, how-
ever, are in the morning hours between 7:15 and 8:15 and in the evenings
between 4:30 and 5:30. That undoubtedly the proposed shopping develop-
ment would produce additional traffic in Arcadia, but the compensation
would be that this traffic, instead of going out of the City to other
shopping centers, will go to West Arcadia, thus adding to retail sales
and thus to the benefit of Arcadia.
Mayor Reibold then concluded by further commenting that he wished to
commend the Planning Commission for the time and effort they had spent
on this matter; that this proposed development cannot be compared with
the mentioned "Eastland" since the West Arcadia development at this
time will comprise of approximately 20 acres with another 25 acres in
the offing, whereas Eastland has 65 acres at present, not taking into
consideration that portion on the other side of the highway. That, in
his opinion, the request to refer this matter back to the Planning
Commission can serve no useful purpose and that after carefully listening
to all the testimony presented, he believed the recommendation of the
Planning Commission should be approved by the Council.
Councilman Camphouse stated in part that a problem of this type cannot be
solved on the basis of a popularity contest, nor can the proposed develop-
ment be compared to an "Eastland". That it should be compared with the
development on Lake Avenue in Pasadena and that he hoped it could be
compared with the development in Santa Ana called "Fashion Square".
That with reference to higher tax rates of nearby cities having more
commercial and industrial development than Arcadia, as mentioned earlier
in the evening, this is not always the case as exemplified by the City
of Beverly Hills which has one of the lowest tax rates in Los Angeles
County. ThiS, Councilman Camphouse continued, is made possible by the
business development in that city and yet it is well known that Beverly
Hills has a beautiful residential area in a high priced category.
Councilman Camphouse continued that he also did not believe any good
purpose could be served by referring this matter back to the Planning
Commission for reconsideration. That for many years it has been one of
the aspirations of Arcadia to command the attention of the Arcadia shopper
and. that the design of the proposed area, with its widened streets, its
landscaping, its facilities for vehicle parking, etc. would not only
enhance the appearance of the area but would draw Arcadia shoppers, thus
providing additional revenue for the City. He added that in his opinion
the intent 9f section 16 of Ordinance No. 760 has been fully complied
with in that the health, welfare and public necessity have been of a
certainty taken into consideration.
Councilman Phillips stated that he would like to add to his previous
statement, for the benefit of the audience, an explanation regarding
the City's inactive funds in bank accounts, mentioned earlier in the
evening; that such funds consist in part of the cash basis funds that
the Council is charged by the Charter to set up to keep the City on a
cash paying basis, and of other funds that are earmarked by the
Counci~ for certain commitments, such as money for the Santa Anita
Resetvoir which is going to bid very soon. He added that Council has a
direct responsibility for providing for the health and welfare of the
community at the least possible cost and that he desired to mention
the fact that Arcadia's tax rate has not increased for seven years.
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Also that with regard to the so-called gray area referred to that
evening, one of the primary purposes of the proposed rezoning is to
eliminate such an area, which the Planning Commission has attempted to
do by the proposed restrictions and D OVerlay.
Councilman camphouse then moved that the Council accept the recom-
mendation of the Planning Commission as set forth in its Resolution
No. 355, and authorize the amen~ment of Ordinance No. 760 by' the
reclassification to Zones C-2,.C-3 and D, upon the performance of
specified conditions precedent, of all that property bounded by Duarte
Road, Lovell Avenue, Camino Real Avenue and Baldwin Avenue and not
already zoned commercially. Councilman Balser seconded the motion and.
it was carried on roll call vote as follows:
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NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Mayor Reibold declared a ten minute recess.
Mayor Reibold declared the hearing open on Planning Commission
Resolution No. 351, recommending the amendment of Section 7-B of
Ordinance No. 760 by so defining basement parking as to coristitute a.
story in computing height of buildings in the R-3 zone unless the
ceiling of any such basement be not more than two feet above the
adjacent curb level, and inquired if anyone in the audience desired to
address the Council on the matter.
The following persons addressed the Council:
Mr. Earl Bower, 948 West Huntington Drive felt that the recommended
1800 square feet lot area per family is excessive, and suggested it
be raised from the present 750 square feet to 1200 square feet. He
also objected to the proposed 10 foot driveway, suggesting'a minimum
width of nine feet.
Mrs. W. N. Attrill, 832 West Huntington Drive, stated that on both sides
of her property apartment houses were being built on the present permis-
sible 750 square feet and that the proposed 1800 square feet would
unduly penalize her. That she felt 1800 square feet was too large an
area and suggested 1500 square feet as being more equitable.
Mrs. James C. Greer, 901 West Duarte Road thought 1800 square feet too
large an area.
Mr..John M. Vidican, 219 California Street, and Mr. Anton 'Green, 812
Southview Road, were in favor of the 750 square foot area being
increased and suggested a compromise between 1200 and 1500 square feet.
Mr. Ralp~ M. Burston, 815 Fairview Avenue suggested 1500 square feet I
as a compromise and also stated that he was opposed to tandem parking.
Mr. Donald W. Betsinger, 12 Yorkshire Drive, objected to 1800 square
feet as being too large and suggested 1500 square feet as an alternative
He also opposed tandem parking, adding that it was a fire hazard.
Mr. G. Marks, 216 South First Avenue, objected to tandem parking and
felt that a nine foot driveway is adequate.
No one else desiring to be heard, Councilman Jacobi moved that the
hearing be continued to January 19, 1960. Councilman Phillips seconded
the motion, commenting that he thought continuing this hearing would
give Council an opportunity to study the matter further. Councilman
Camphouse and Councilman Balser agreed, stating that they too felt there
should be some increase to the present requirement of 750 square feet.
The motion was then passed unanimously.
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The City Attomey presented for the firs't time, ,explained the content,
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1070, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION
3 OF ORDINANCE NO. 864 OF SAID CITY."
The City Attomey added that this amendment would require the Health
and Sanitation Commission to meet but once every three months and
such other times as the Commission itself ~ight deem necessary rather
than once a month as presently required.
Motion by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Ordinance No. 1070 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Phillips further moved that Ordinance No. 1070 be introduced.
Motion seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried on roll call vote as
follows.:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attomey stated that Resolution No. 3188, the next item on the
agenda, pertains to the above ordinance and should be adopted at the
time said ordinance is adopted; that he would therefore present. it at
that time.
The City Attomey presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No. 3189, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE. CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, CLASSIFYING THE BUSINESSES OF ELECTRONICS,
MACHINE SHOP AND THE MANUFACTURE, PROCESSING OR TREATMENT OF PLASTICS
AS USES PERMISSIBLE IN ZONE C-M UNDER ORDINANCE NO. 760 OF.THE CITY OF
ARCADIA. ".
lNDEXED Motion by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No. 3189 be waived:
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RESOLUTION
No. 3190
lNDEXED
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Phillips further moved that Resolution No. 3189 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Balser and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse"Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attomey presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 3190, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA,. CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING QUITCLAIM DEED."
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. 3190 be waived:
AYES: Co~ncilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
. NOES: None
ABSENT: None..
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No. 3190 -
Continued)
RESOLUTION
No. 3191
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LOT SPLIT
(Tentative)
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LOT SPLIT
(Final)
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tRACT
No. 25439
(Tentative)
lNDEXED
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ZONE
\TARIANCE
(Johnson &
Clarido)
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Councilman Camphouse further moved that Resolution No. 3190 be adopted.
Motion seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
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AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibo'ld
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of
Resolution No. 3191, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 1 OF RESOLUTION NO. 3092
OF SAID CITY." I
The City Attorney added that this resolution when adopted will correct
an error made in the legal description contained in Resolution No. _3092.
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Camphou~e and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No. 3191 be waived:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried
on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 3191 be adopted:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
No. 272 - J. K. Timbrook, 1035 South Fourth Avenue.
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried
unanimously that Council accept the recommendation of the Planning Co~
mission and indicate its intention to approve Lot Split No. 272, J. K.
Timbrook, 1035 Sout9 Fourth Avenue upon compliance with the condition
that applicant file a final map with the City Engineer.
No. 269 - Elizabeth M. Smith, 1105 Mayflower Ave.
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried
unanimously that Council accept the recommendation of the Director of
Public Works and the Planning Secretary and that final approval be
granted Lot Split No. 269 as all conditions imposed have now been met.
Motion by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
unanimously that Council accept the recommendation of the Planning
Commission and indicate its intention to approve Tract No. 25439,
consisting of 18 lots, being an extension of Winnie Way west from
Eighth Avenue, providing for dedicating additional land to make Eighth
Avenue a full width street upon the following conditions:
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Dedicate a corner radius at Camino Real and Eighth Avenue.
Pay the trust established by Tract No. 22279.
Remove all buildings within the tract.
provide all necessary rear line utility easements.
Install all street improvements required. by the Subdivision
Ordinance.
Pay all fees and deposits required by the Subdivision Ordinance.
...
6.
The City Clerk advised that with regard to Planning Commission Resolution
No. 350 recommending denial of a variance request by Orlando C1arizio and
Sophia Johnson, to permit the construction of a convalescent home at 1601
South Baldwin Avenue, which recommendation was appealed by the applicants,
necessitating the scheduling of a public hearing, Mr. Dexter D. Jones,
the attorney for said applicants, had handed her a letter dated December
1, 1959, stating in substance that the plans for said convalescent home
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Varial'ce -
Johnson &
C1arizio -
Continued)
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are deficient in some particulars and that amended plans should be. filed.
The said letter further requested that: 1), no. public hearing be set and
the matter be referred back. to the Planning Commission for the filing of
amended plans; or 2), in the alternative, the appeal be withdrawn and
Council follow the recommendation of the Planning Commission to deny the
variance request without prejudice.
After general discussion Councilman Camphouse moved that the Council
approve the No.2 request of Mr. Dexter,D. Jones and, on behalf of his,.
clients, deny without prejudice the zone variance request of Orlando
C1arizio. and Sophia Johnson to permit the construction of.a convalescent
home at 1601 South Baldwin Avenue. Councilman Balser seconded the motion
I and it was carried unanimously.
PARKING Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
(Duarte Rd.).~{tpnanimous1y that Council approve the recommendation of the Director of
. f:.\t:J~ Public Works and authorize the restriction of parking to one hour between
~ '\ the hours of 7:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. of every day, except Sundays and
INDEX!tho1idays; along the northerly side of Duarte Road; between Santa Anita and
First Avenues, and that the City Attorney be directed to prepare the
necessary res91ution for this purpose.
Whereupon the City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the
title of Resolution No. 3192, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE NORTH SIDE OF DUARTE
ROAD BETWEEN SANTA ANITA AVENUE AND FIRST AVENUE, AS A ONE-HOUR PARKING
ZONE."
IIIDZXEJ)
Motion by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of
Resolution No. 3192 be waived:
RESOLUTION
No. 3192
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibo1d
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Motion by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 3192 be adopted:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibo1d
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried
unanimously that the Council accept the recommendation of the City Manager
and the Water Superintendent; that the plans and specifications for the
construction of a four million gallon reservoir and appurtenances at the
Santa Anita Reservoir site be approved as submitted; that the City Clerk
I!lDZj~ be authorized to call for bids for said reservoir and appurtenances in
~Dconformance with said specifications, expenditures for same being provided
/[61 f9r.,:iD~the current budget under the appropriation in the Water Fund, Major
~~ Projects, Item 2; said bids to be opened at 11:00 o'clock A.M. on January
h J 4, 1960 and submi~ted to Council at the regular meeting of January 5, 1960.
Motion by Councilman Phillips, seconded by Councilman Camphouse and carried
on roll call vote as follows that Council accept the recommendation of the
City Manager and, in accordance with the request of Mr. J. L. Farnum,
present lessee of approximately 89/100 of an acre on Peck Road, instruct
the City Attorney to prepare a one-year renewal of the lease between the
City of Arcadia and the Pasadena Concrete Tile Company, now known as
INDEXED Jayco Products, at a rental of $125.00 per month" said renewal to
. it ,,?\O co~nce January 1, 1960 and end Dec.ember 31, 1960:
~ . AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibo1d
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ADVERT ISE
FOR BIDS .
(Santa Aitita
Reservoir)
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(Peck Road)
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OF WORK
(Johnson
Tree
Service)
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INDEPENDENT
AUDIT
(Payment -
1958-59)
.UiDEXlm
!lEo/ -
RECREATION
COMMISSION
(Wilderness
Park
Shelter)
lNDEXEn
If
JlyA
(Conference -
Panatier &
Recreation
Coonnission
Member)
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Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Councilman Phillips and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the.Counci1 app,rove the recommendation
of the Director of Public Works; accept the work of Johnson Tree Service
for the removal of 43 dead and dangerous trees as satisfactorily completed,
and authorize final payment in accordance with the contract with said firm,
and that the bond be released after the expiration of the required 35 days;
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibo1d
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Motion by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and carried I
on roll call vote as follows that the Council authorize payment of invoice
from Lybrand, Ross Bros. & Montgomery for $4,500.00, in accordance with
that certain contract dated May 1, 1959 between the City and ~aid firm
for services rendered regarding an audit by them of the financial books of
the City for the fiscal year ended June 30, 1959 and a review of the Water
Department accounting system; funds for same having been provided in the
1959-60 budget under Accou!1t No. 109-39:
AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(a) The Director of Recreation displayed a drawing of the proposed design
for a central shelter at the Wilderness Park, this being Plan A of the
four basic plans submitted by Community Facilities Planners and considered
by the Recreation Coonnission, and will be part.of the second phase of the
development at said park. Both Councilman Phillips and the Recreation
Director then explained the drawing, stating in substance that it is
proposed to be an open-air shelter, which will include kitchen facilities
and storage, to be used primarily for school groups, summer day camps and
others.
The Director of Recreation added that it is the recommendation of the
Recreation Coonnission that Council accept said Plan A and authorize the
architects to proceed with the necessary working drawings. He also stated
that the said recommendation does not include any request for funds at
this time; that he believes there are certain civic groups interested in
contributing for this project.
Councilman Balser moved that the Council accept the recommendation of the
Recreation Coonnission and approve Plan A for the Wilderness Park shelter
submitted by Community Facilities Planners, and authorize said architects
to proceed with the necessary working drawings, making the following
revisions in said Plan A:
1. Retract the storage room and kitchen toward the edge of the concrete I
floor. .
2. place the shelter on the graded site so that the storage room and
kitchen would serve as wind breaks.
Councilman Camphouse seconded the motion and it was carried unanimously.
(b) Motion by Councilman Balser, seconded by Councilman Phillips and
carried on roll call vote as follows that one member of the Recreation
Commission and the Recreation Director be authorized to attend the
California Recreation Society annual conference in San Jose, California,
during the period February 14 through 17, 1960; that Account No. 150-30
travel and meeting expenses, contains the necessary funds for this
conference; and that expenditures be substantiated by an itemized
expense account upon their return:
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AYES: Counsilmen Balser, camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: None,
ABSENT: None
PERSONNEL BOARD RECOMMENDATIONS
(Linda .; (a) Motion by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and
Schartau) r 'I carried unanimously that Council accept the reconunendation of the
(~ Personnel Board and approve a 98-day maternity leave of absence without
l~D~vE pay, from December 16, 1959 through May 1, 1960, for Linda Schar tau ,
~DStenographer Clerk, Police Department, such leave not to constitute an
. interruption of service. :
I (POliC~ (b) Motion by Councilman camphouse, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and
Departmerit~r ,carried unanimously that touncil accept the reconunendation.of the
Titles ~ ,Personnel Board and approve the changing of the titles of Patrolman to
. '- @ Policeman 'and of Roseman to Fireman.
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(Osborn) (c) Motion by Councilman camphouse, seconded by Councilman Balser and
carried unanimously that Council ratify the motion unanimously passed by
lNDrX~Dthe Personnel Board to tak~ no further action on the. letter referred by
I ~ 1\ the Council to the Personnel Board from James, S. Osborn, Jr. in
C. V\ \ connection with the James, F. Hayes case inasmuch as Mr. Osborn was
~~ invited to attend the Personnel Board's meeting of October 8, 1959 and
tr notified them that he did not wish to appear.
(salaries)
(d) Regarding the reconunendation of the Personnel Board that Council
authorize a 7%7. increase in salary for uniformed members of the Police
and Fire Departments and a 57. increase for all non-uniformed employees
within the'various City departments, Mayor Reibold advised that the
Council met as a committee of the whole .to consider this matter, since
it has been Council's policy that salaries of employees of the City of
Arcadia compare favorably with those paid in cities of similar size, but
that he felt the recommendation at this time is too broad. That Council
'recognizes that:the City's uniformed services have some basic problems,
a large part of which originates in the pay treatment, but ,also that a
problem exists in other departments of the City which, however, should
receive more study before Council takes action.
Mayor Reibold then moved that Council authorize at this time an increase
of 57. effective January 1, 1960, to the uniformed members of the Police
and Fire Departments only, and that the matter of an increase to the non-
uniformed employe~s within. the various departments of the City be set
aside at this time.
Councilman Jacobi seconded the motion, upon being informed by Mayor
Reibold that by "uniformed members" he meant ~hose bearing non-clerical
titles'. -
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Councilman Balser stated that Council is aware o.f the time given by the
Personnel Board to making up the survey. However, that since the
recOmmended increase was not included in the 1959-60 budget that it was
his opinion that it should not be considered until the 1960-61 budget is
made up. with the exception of the City's uniformed services, since it is
the responsibility of the Council to see that they are paid comparable
wages to other cities, not only in order to secure the services of good
men, but also to keep them; and that he was in favor of Mayor Reibold's
motion.
Councilman .Phillips stated that he was not in disagreement with the
motion made and seconded, but that he desired to point out that Council
has been aware for some. time of certain rumors of discontent within the
Police.Department which, in his opinion, money in itself will not correct;
that many months ago the Chief of Police made certain recommendations
which could.not be acted upon because,~f the turn-over in the City
Manager's post, and that one of the first orders of business for the City's
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IlmJ;Xill)
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COMMUNICATIONS
(Signal -
Foothill &
Baldwin)
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(Commendation
Williams)
INDr.X:p::n
new City Manager should be to thoroughly study the survey. T~ this
suggestion, Mayor Reibold voiced his agreement.
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Councilman Camphouse stated that although he is not entirely ~atisfied
,
with the action taken he would vote in its favor because at. this time
it seems to be the only solution. He added that he felt that it is
important to recognize that a situation does exist that needs attention.
The City Attorney stated that a resolutio~ will be ready for the Council
at the next meeting to put into effect the wishes of the Council. "
The City Clerk then called the roll to cover the motion made and
seconded, which was as follows:
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AYES: Councilmen Balser, camphouse, Jacobi, Phillips, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(a) The City Manager advised that in connection with Council's request
to the Division.of Highways for the installation of a traffic. signal at
the intersection of Baldwin Avenue and Foothill Boulevard, a letter had
been received from said Division, stating in substance that they did not
believe a signal was necessary at said intersection; that their reasons
for that opinion were that traffic signals are not necessarily safety
devices and that the traffic volume at this intersection does not indicate
the need for signal control at this time.
A general discussion ensued and Councilman Balser reiterated his previous
statement that it was Council's desire to install such signals in an
attempt to slow down traffic and have it conform to the posted speed
limits on Foothill Boulevard. He then inquired of Police Chief seares,
who was in the audience, as to the number of citations issued to motorists
in the last two months for exceeding the posted speed limits and was
informed that approximately 378 citations had been issued in 12 days of a
one-month period.
Chief Seares added that a minimum tolerance of eight miles per hour was
being allowed, but that Judge Sturgeon of the Santa Anita Municipal Court
has given the opinion that speeders should not be cited if they exceed
speed limits by ten miles per hour. Both Councilmen Balser and Camphouse
then questioned this allowable tolerance and indicated that no tolerance
at all be allowed.
To Mayor Reibold's question as to whether the City would be permitted to
install a signal at its own expense at an estimated cost of approximately
$15,000.00, the City Manager. replied that this particular intersection is
under the jurisdiction.of the State of california, the County of Los
Angeles and the City of Arcadia and would be difficult to accomplish, if
at all; however, that the Staff is continuing to work on the matter,
assembling additional data in all categories to the end that signals will
be justified at the intersection in question.
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(b) Mayor Reibold expressed Council's appreciation for the letter of .
commendation written by Wade Williams, 114 South First Avenue, regarding
the fine work done by the City employees.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
No one in the audience desired to address the Council.
MATTERS FROM CITY OFFICIALS
(League of
Women Voters)
'~/.
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The City Clerk read in full a letter received from the League of Women
Voters of Arcadia, dated December 1, 1959, regarding their conclusions
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Hospital -
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(C6imciltnan
Phillips)
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in the study of the long range planning and financing of Arcadia's water
supply, and certain criteria which they.fee1 should be applied in water
resource development. That with reg~rd to the Upper San Gabriel valley
. Municipal Water District they did not reach substantial agreement either
in support of or in opposition to t?e District.
Mayor Reibo1d ordered the letter filed in the office of the City Clerk
and commented that each Councilman has received a copy thereof.
Motion by Councilman Jacobi, seconded by Councilman Balser and carried
unanimously that Council approve the request of the Methodist Hospital
of Southern California artd authorize them to. place two lighted plexiglass
signs on Huntington Drive southbound, and on Huntington Boulevard north-
bound, according to the plot plan submitted to the Planning Division in
order to more adequately identify the hospital for the convenience of
visitors.
Mayor Reibold excused Councilman Phillips from further attendance at the
meeting.
(Library - . jMotion by Councilman Camphouse, seconded by Councilman Jacobi and c~rried
Garwood) . 11' on roll call vote as follows that Council authorize payment of invoice
. \~'\ from William Guy Garwood, Architect, for the proposed new City Library,
Atl'\ in the amount of $1803.30 for the adjusted design development phase:
Y} AYES: Councilmen Balser, Camphouse, Jacobi, Reibold
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Phillips
(Dead tre~{ r
(Elks. Lodge
banner)
t^S~
(Tree planting
North Santa
Anita)
(Mrs. Simpson)
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Mayor Reibold requested the City Manager to investigate the matter of
removing dead Pepper trees on Duarte Roaa between Santa Anita and El Monte
Avenues.
Councilman Camphouse commented that on November 3, 1959, when the Elks
Lodge was granted permission to hang a banner across Huntington Drive in
front of the lodge, advertising its Third Annual Charity Ball to be held
November 21, 1959, it was understood that the banner would be removed the
day after the ball, but that said banner is still hanging there. He then
requested that the proper department check the matter and see to it that
the banner is removed.
Councilman Camphouse commended the Engineering Department on the tree
planing program that is now going into effect on North Santa Anita Avenue.
Councilman Camphouse stated that some time ago a communication had been
received. from Mrs. Edgar R. Simpson, 418 East Huntington Drive, regarding
the unsightly condition of the triangle of land on the southeast corner
of Fifth Avenue anq Huntington Drive, abutting her property.
Councilman Camphouse then proceeded to illustrate the corner in question
on a blackboard, adding that due to the aligning of Fifth Avenue Mrs.
Simpson's property was no longer on the corner; that she had inquired as
Mn" to what disposal the City intended making of this triangle of land and had
~w~Aw~ been informed by Councilman Phillips about a year ago that the City had
n)( ~I:l"plans to beautify it as had been done along West Huntington Drive, and
0' i;"" also to erect a "Welcome to Arcadia" sign there similar to the one erected
~'\ . at the west entrance to the City, but that she had pointed out that such a
sign would be on the wrong side of the street for people entering Arcadia
to see.
Councilman Camphouse continued that in view of the fact that the City has
done nothing with this triangle, and that it would be difficult to plant
and maintain, it be reverted to Mrs. Simpson. A. general discussion
ensued as to the legality of so doing, and various other problems involved.
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ADJOURNMENT
However, it being the consensus of the Council that they agreed with
Councilman Camphouse that the land in question revert to Mrs. Simpson,
Councilman camphouse req~ested the City Manager, the City Attorney and
the Staff to follow through and take the steps necessary to expedite the
reversion.
Mayor Reibold ordered the meeting adjourned at 12:15 A.M. December 2,
1959.
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Mayor
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City. Crerk
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