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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEPTEMBER 4,1984_2 I 'I 25:1033 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL August 21, 1984 APPROVED ORD. & RES. READ BY TITLE ONLY 1. PUBLI C HEARING (Tract No. 43371 - Tentative Map) APPROVED Sub O' '.'& \ f 1'\ 'I 1 e01 a \ M I NUT E S CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA and the ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR MEETING September 4, 1984 The City Council of the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency met in a regular session Tuesday, September 4, 1984 at 7:30 p.m. in,the City Hall Council Chamber. City Clerk, Christine Van Maanen Mayor Pro Tempore, Donald D. Pellegrino PRESENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah ABSENT: None It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Pellegrino and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the minutes of the Adjourned and Regular Meetings of August 21, 1984 be APPROVED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None It was MOVED by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Pellegrino and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that all ordinances and resolutions be read by title only. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None Consideration of the tentative map of Tract No. 43371 for a proposed 8 unit residential condominium at 812 S. Sunset Boule- vard. Staff explained that the project would have a 100 ft. frontage on Sunset Boulevard and is in an R-3 zone. Properties to the north, east and west are all developed with multiple family dwellings and those to the south are dev~lopedwith si,ngle. family awe 11 i rigs.-ouf the property there is R-3 also. The General Pl an designation is Multiple-Family residential. Mayor Hannah declared the hearing open and Edmund Chang, Projec-t-n,. Engir.eel"-, 71 I} S. Gar"-i e 1 d, Alhambra, was preser:t..to-.a~swe~-ques-t-i-eMo-- No one desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None It was then MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Council- member Gilb and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows tha~the evaluations of the environmental impacts as set forth in the initial study are appropriate and that the project will not have a signif- icant effect on the environment and that the Negative Declaration September 4, 1984 -1- [ 2. PUBLI C HEARING (Tract No. 43340 - Tentative Map) APPROVED . bd I" f' Su ''';~ . .{, l'a 1e-(I [ 3. PUBLI C HEARING (Tract No. 43309 - Tentative Map) APPROVED J'/" C,lJ\? . (!,,; ?', ~ 1'," l' e,.(;fa 25:1034 be approved and filed; that the proposed subdivision, together with the provisions for its design and improvement, is consistent with the City's General Plan and that the discharge of sewage from the subdivision into the public sewer system will not violate requirements prescribed by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board for this region and that the tentative map be APPROVED subject to the conditions set forth in the staff report. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None Consideration of the tentative map of Tract No. 43340 for a proposed residential condominium at 50-54 Alice Street, subject to all conditions set forth in the staff report. Staff advised that there would be 100'-0" frontage on Alice Street and the site is currently developed with a single family dwelling zoned PR-3 & H. Surrounding zoning was explained and the General Plan designation is Multiple-Family Residential. I Mayor Hannah declared the hearing open and Jack Herron, 45 Alice Street, stated, in part, that on behalf of the tenants at this address, the proposed development would be most welcome ... it would improve the entire area. No one else desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTIO~: by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None It was further MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Council- member Pellegrino and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the Council find that the evaluations of the environmental impacts as set forth in the initial study are appropriate and that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment; approve the the Negative Declaration and file; find the proposed subdivision, together with the provisions for its design and improvement is consistent with the Arcadia General Plan and that the discharge of sewage from the subdivision into the public sewer system will not violate requirements prescribed by the California Regional Water Quality Board for this region, and that the project be APPROVED subject to the conditions set forth in the staff report. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None Consideration of the tentative map of Tract No. 43309 for a proposed 10 unit residential condominium at 653 Fairview Avenue. Staff advised that the subject site is now vacant and is zoned PR-3. The project would have a frontage on Fairview of 69.15' and the General Plan designation is Multiple-Family Residential. 1\ Mayor Hannah declared the hearing open and Richard Edwards, 4455 Rowland, El Monte said he was present to answer any questions on behalf of the developers (Friedman Homes). No one desiring to be hea rd, the hea ri ng \vas CLOSED on MOTION by Counc i 1 member Young, seconded by Councilmember Pellegrino and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: flOES: ABSENT: C~uncilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None September 4, 1984 -2- I I 4. I HEARING ZONE CHANGE W. LaSi erra Lots L & 26 REZONED TO R-l: :.j (l e.- p:j./O ?Ie- tht/(1J 25:1035 It was MOVED by Councilmember Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Pellegrino and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the evaluation of the environmental impacts as set forth in the initial study are appropriate and the project will not have a significant effect on the environment and that the Negative Declaration be approved and filed; that the subdivision, to- gether with the provisions of its design and improvement, is consistent with the City's General Plan and the discharge of sewage from the subdivision into the public sewer system will not violate requirements by the California Regional Water Quality Control Board for this region and that the tentative map be APPROVED subject to all conditions set forth in the staff report. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None Zone change request for a change of zoning from R-O (12,500 sq. ft. ) to R-l 00,000 sq. ft.) at 183 W. La Sierra Drive. The Planning Department included the remaining lots along La Sierra Drive -- 100-182 and 105-183 W. La Sierra Drive. The applicants have asked for this zone change in order to apply for a lot split at a later date. A lot split requires a separate application with its own hearing. The Planning Commission approved the zone change request. Prior to the hearing portion of these proceedings, Councilmember Gilb asked if the zone change could be granted for just the corner lots and not change any of the the other lots on that portion of La Sierra Drive. Staff said that this is possible. Mayor Hannah declared the hearing open and the applicant, Daniel Sztraicher, 183 W. La Sierra Drive, said in part that his lot is more than he can care for and that he would like to eventually apply for a lot split and build another home for a member of his family... he understood he would have to have the zone change first. He felt the new home, which would face El Monte Avenue, would beautify the corner and also add value to the neighborhood. He noted that only two of the lots involved would be affected ... that the zone change would make the zoning consistent with the surrounding tracts eliminating the spot zoning existing at the present time. He sub- mitted for Council's review the results of a survey he made from statistics from the 16 District Multiple Listing Service computer readout ". this indicated the selling prices of selected properties - all between $150,000 and $300,000 in the subject vicinity. He asked Council to look favorably on the zone change. Gerald M. Plessner, 59 W. La Sierra Drive, said in part that the new home or homes on the subject sites would lend an overall improve- ment to the neighborhood and would accrue to the benefit of the adJacent .property owners. He urged the Council to look favorably on this zone change as it affects the two properties only and ex- clude the others from any zone change. John Espinoza, 182 W. La Sierra Drive, across the street from the applicant, said in part that he, too, is finding the care of the large parcel almost too much ... and that a new home there would also be an asset to the area. He felt the objections were from those on the street who did not want their properties rezoned ... not on the development of the two corners. Frank Waite, 143 W. La Sierra Drive, spoke in favor of the zone change. In response to his suggestion that only the lot split be considered, he was advised that the hearing proceedings on the zone change request must be completed. Consensus of the Council at this stage was to grant the zone change on the corners and not alter the zoning for the balance of the street. September 4, 1984 -3- 5. OLYMPIC COMMISSION ~', REPORT ~?? 25:1036 William Lewis, 105 W. La Sierra Drive, spoke in opposition. (Mr. Lewis had submitted a petition in connection with this matter.) The 20 property owners who had signed the petition were opposed to the rezoning of all the properties. He ex- plored the history of the Tract'since 1952 and said further, in part, that none of the lots, other than the two at the corners, could ever be subdivided. The corner properties should be con- sidered on their own merit and not change the R-O zoning of the other lots. No one else desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilmember'Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: 1 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None Councilmember Young MOVED to APPROVE the zone change to R-l for only Lots No.1 and No. 26 of Tract No. 1344B (182 and 183 W. La Sierra Drive). The appropriate ordinance will be prepared for Council consideration. Motion seconded by Councilmember Gilb and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None At the request of Council, Gordon Penharlow, 301 Sharon Road, Chairman of the Arcadia Olympic Commission. summarized his written report to Council and responded to questions. He said, in part, that the Commission endeavored to provide an opportunity for residents and business owners in the City to become involved. One of the activities was the establishment of a permanent Olympic Rose Garden at the Library with 20 Olympiad roses as a living rememberanceof the events held in Arcadia. They had an essay and poster competition in the schools ... there were 8,000 participants in this competition. Plaques and certificates were awarded the ~inners. They obtained banners from the Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee. There was an American Flag program where residents purchased the flags at cost .., these were hung throughout the City and at the end of the games the flags were returned to the purchasers. There was an Information Center established at the Chamber of Commerce office which provided information to the community and those outside. They also had Olympic Plaques which were sold to raise money to finance other activities of the Commission. There I' was a volunteer program ... assisting at the Equestrian events at the race track and at other community functions including the trip to Fairbanks Ranch during the horse events. There was also the time the rack track was opened the day before the Games began .., over 10,000 people attended this to see the new stadium and an equestrian exhibition. Mr. Penharlow had also submitted a financial statement showing the net income from the activities in the amount of more than $12,000. He asked for guidance with what should be done with the 50 remain- ing banners. They have taken sealed bids on these and asked'Council's preference as to whom should open the bids. He asked permission to erect a small plaque at the Olympiad Rose Garden. Perhaps a bronze statue of a horse and rider ... all things to be worked out. September 4, 1984 -4- 'I - 6. 7. 7a. ROLL CALL 7b. MINUTES APPROVED 7c. DESIGN REVIEW (315 N. Santa An ita ) APPROVED 1 y', I~q 7d. 25: 1 037 Mr. Penhar10w said further, in part, that the metal Equestrian signs are available and asked for Council's preference in this. In response to questions, he said further, in part, that the $2,500 from the City has been paid back ... the original $200 from the City has never left the City... they followed the guidelines of the Council to make certain the Olympic Games did not cost the taxpayers of this City any money. It was the consensus of Council that the Commission could be dis- banded by resolution at the next regular meeting and then establish an advisory committee for the specific purpose of recommending 'on the use of the remaining funds; also that the Commission proceed with the opening of the bids for the remaining banners and dispose of the remaining metal signs in the best manner available; that the Committee take whatever time is necessary to consider and make recommendations in addition to the plaque in the Olympic Rose Garden for an appropriate lasting memento commemorating the City's involvement in the 23rd Olympiad. Counci1member Gilb submitted for consideration by the Commission a way to dispose of the metal signs ... that if they are offered in a silent auction, the people who have the most money will get them ... which really is not a silent auction .. that perhaps they could be given to the various local service clubs to raffle off ... for their own particular charity... just a thought for the Commission to ,onder. As far as a bronze plaque or statue is concerned, he mentioned that they have been stolen in Los Angeles ... it would have to be in a safe place ... inside where there's security. The Olympic Commission was highly commended by each member of Council on its outstanding work and achievements in making the Olympic events in Arcadia so successful and memorable. Council recessed in order to act as the ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PRESENT: Members Gi1b, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah ABSENT: None On MOTION by Member Pellegrino. seconded by Member Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of August 21, 1984 were APPROVED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None Staff noted that Bowden Construction, Inc. has submitted plans to remodel the exterior building located at 315 N. Santa Anita Avenue. The design must be reviewed by the Agency to ensure that the project results in an architecturally attractive structure compat- ible with surrounding uses and with the redevelopment plan. Staff explained how the applicant intends to rehabilitate the exist- i ng s truc ture. It wa s MOVED by Me!llber Gi 1 b, seconded by Member Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the project be APPROVED subject to conditions soe11ed out in staff report dated September 4, 1984 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah NOlie r;on~ The meeting adjo~rned to 7:00 p. m., September 18, 1984 September 4, 1984 -0- " ( 8. 9. I I 10. lOa. HEARINGS SCHEDULED Sept. 18 lOb. October To- - lOco DIAl-A-RIDE f /D&'3 5~~ 10d. CONTRACT AWARD Vernon Pa vi ng 1",...,0 [ r . r~ ~. ~~ ~ve(\ 10e. 5K & 10K RUNS APPROVED 10f. HOl Y ANGELS FIESTA 0" f~(l1? ~" 25:1038 Council reconvened. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Warren Shaw, 1635 S. Third Avenue, Chairman of the Arcadia Senior Citizen Commission, made reference to a report recently submitted to Council concerning a Multi-purpose Center and advised that members of the Commission were going to visit the Multi- purpose Senior Center in Whittier on Wednesday of this week and invited the Council to also attend if possible. Herb Fletcher, 175 W. lemon Avenue spoke to the freeway noise which 1 has come before Council many times. He felt that there are different areas near the freeway all with different problems. He realized those residing near the east end of the freeway in the City need some special consideration, but at the west end many of those homes were buil t after the freeway was constructed and they knew the free- way was there ... he did not feel the City has the responsibility to expend public funds in that area in comparison to those who were seriously harmed. He felt a study should be made of the area from Santa Anita to Fifth Avenue to see if the people there have been un- justly harmed ... also some of the properties are in the redevelop- ment area and perhaps those people could be helped. The matter should be given a lot of study. CONSENT ITEMS September 18, 1984 on the Appeal of the Planning Commission's action granting a 6 month time extension for a condition of approval of a conditional use permit at 132 W. Las Tunas Drive. Petit'on for curb, guttet and driveway aprons from Baldwin , Avenue to the West City 1 imits. APPROVED the Short Range Transit Plan for FY 85-89, with the deletion of reference to bus shelters, and AUTHORIZED staff to submit same to SCAG (Southern California Association of Governments) and to the Los Angeles County Transportation Commission. AWARDED the contract for surface reconstruction of Santa Anita Avenue from Camino Real to Palm Drive - Job No. 544 to the low bidder, Vernon Paving Company, in the amount of $139,319.40; APPROPRIATED $25,000 from State Gas ,Tax Funds to cover the City I s share of the contract amount, engineering, inspection and contin- gencies; waived all irregularities or informalities in the bids or bidding process and, following receipt of Caltran's concurrence, AUTHORIZED the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the ,contract in form approved by the City Attorney. 1\ APPROVED the request of the Methodist Hospital for use of specified public streets, from 8 a. m. to 11 a. m. on September 16, 1984. Thi s wi 11 be the second annual "On the Move to Good Hea lth" 5K and 10K runs. REDUCED the required fee from $30 to $5 per amusement device in connection 0ith the fund raising event of the Holy Angels Church on October 5, 6, & 7,1984. Insurance to be provided. Said 'reduction is provided for in the Arcadia Municipal Code Section 6215.7. All OF THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY COUNCIlMEMBER PEllEGRINO, SECONDED BY COUNCIlMEMBER YOUNG AND CARRIED ON P.Oll CAll VOTE AS FOllOWS; September 4, 198t -(i- 1 'I 11. CIVIC CENTER October 9 7:30 p. m. ",(pO f I 12. 12a. ORDINANCE NO. 1796 INTRODUCED / 12b. ORDINANCE NO. 1 797 INTRODUCED / 25:1039 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gi1b, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None CITY MANAGER .' Staff recommended a meeting with selected architects to discuss the Civic Center Project ... Cashion-Horie-Cocke-Gonzales, H. Wendell Mounce and Wolff-lang-Christopher ... such a meeting was scheduled for 7:30 p. m., October 9,1984. During this considera- tion, Councilmember Gi1b submitted, in part, that he was not in favor of a new Civic Center, but was definitely in favor of a new Police Station. If there is a surplus of money, there is a list of priorities, i. e., redevelopment, cable TV, freeway noise, etc. The City Manager said, in part, that hearing the presentations from consultants, Council would not be committing to anything, however, there is an assumption that the Council is somewhat serious about this project by having the firms go to all the work and trouble of making the presentations. Counci1member Pellegrino commented, in part, that this will probably be included in the costs if there is a future bid. He felt Council should hear them out and then decide whether or not to go ahead. r Counci1member Young said, in part, that whatever they pay the consultant, it should be on a step by step phasing so that, for example, the new police station could be built first and then years later perhaps something else could be added ... it would not have to be the whole package. CITY ATTORNEY The City Attorney presented for introduction, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1796 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 9269.5 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR PLACES OF ASSEMBLY". It was MOVED by Councilmember Gi1b, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1796 be introduced. AYES: NOES; ABSENT: Counci1members Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None The City Attorney presented for introduction, explained the r content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1797 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 9314 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE TO EXEMPT WALLS AND FENCES FROM THE SPECIAL SETBACK REGULATIONS". It was MOVED by Counci1member Lojeski, seconded by Counci1member Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1797 be introduced. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None -- SeptemEer 4, 1984 -7- 1 1 12c. RESOLUTION NO. 5192 ADOPTED , s tR: Ii/rle Sa 12d. RESOLUTION NO. 5193 ADOPTED /' 11,.z,./ r r 12e. CLAIM OF R. BIRD DENIED r 12f. CLAIM OF SIGNAL MAINTENANCE DENIED 12g. F CLAIM OF R. DAY DENIED Lojeski Young 25:1040 The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 5192 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 5109 (MANAGEMENT COMPENSATION RESOLUTION)". It was MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5192 be and it is hereby ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT; Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 5193 entitled:, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTING, AS THE LEAD AGENCY, THE FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT FOR THE PROPOSED EXPANSION OF THE SANTA ANITA FASHION PARK REGIONAL SHOPPING CENTER AT 400 SOUTH BALDWIN AVENUE AND CERTIFYING ITS PREPARATION IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT, STATE GUIDELINES AND CITY OF ARCADIA RULES IMPLEMENTING THE SAME". It was MOVED by Councilmember Pellegrino, seconded by Council- member Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5193 be and it is hereby ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None On recommendation of the City Attorney, the claim of R. Bird was DENIED on MOTION by Councilmember Pellegrino, seconded by Councilmember Gilb and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers None None Gilb, LOjeski,.Pellegrino, Young and Hannah ( - .... 'i'" ~ t ~, " . ~ ""-'...'- ~""_~~..J\. ~~."\ .. '".~.,J f' .....~. .. ,. '\. '~ . -.),>\~, ;}. ~ .. On recommendation of the City Attorney, the claim of Signal Maintenance was DENIED on MOTION by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and'Hannah None None On recommendation of the City Attorney, the claim'of R. Day was DENIED on MOTION by Councilmember Pellegrino, seconded by Councilmember Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Lojeski, Pellegrino, Young and Hannah None None MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS Was advised that the American Savings and Loan building program appears to be on schedule. Thanked Planning Director for the update report on the Senior Citizen Housing. September ~, 1984 -8- ADJOURNED IN MEMORY OF GRETCHEN MERRITT ADJOURNMENT ATTEST: 25:1041 Councilmember Gilb asked that the meeting be adjourned,in "memory of Gretchen Merritt who passed away Monday, August 23, 1984. She was a member of the Arcadia Presbyterian Church and was very prominent in this community. She was born in Wyoming,; moved to Monrovia as a child and went to high school here when it was Monrovia-Arcadia-Duarte High School and then went on to Mills College: She was President of Friends of the'Arcadia Library and Chairman of the book committee which, was responsible for publishing the book, "Arcadi a, Where Ranch and City Meet". She 1 eaves her husband, Jim and daughters, Stacey and Dana. She was a member of many organizations in this community. We will miss her very much." 1 The meeting adjourned at 9:00'p. m. to 7:00 p. m., September 18, 1984 in the Conference Room to conduct the business of the Council and Agency and any Closed Session necessary to discuss personrel, litigation matters and evaluation'of properties. ~~)i:~ 1 September 4, 1984 ..9-'