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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEPTEMBER 19,1989_2 31:0193 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK I INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL (Sept. 5, 1989) (APPROVED) ORD. & RES. READ BY tITLE ONLY CLOSED SESSION ARCADIA J BEAUTIFUL I COMSN. (Alfrey) WAIVE PROCEDURAL ORDINANCE MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE. CITY OF ARCADIA and the ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 19, 1989 j The City Council and the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency met in a regular session at 7:30 p. m., September 19, 1989 in the Arcadia City Hall Council Chamber. Minister Gary Stouffer, Church of Christ 'City Clerk June D. Alford PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Harbicht, Young and Chandler Councilmember Lojeski On MOTION by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Harbicht and CARRIED, Councilmember Lojeski was EXCUSED. On MOTION by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Harbicht and CARRIED, the Minutes of the Adjourned and Regular Meetings of September 5, 1989 were APPROVED. It was MOVED by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Harbicht and CARRIED that Ordinances and Resolutions be read by title only and that the reading in full be waived. CITY ATTORNEY The City Attorney announced that, "the Redevelopment Agency and City Council met in a CLOSED SESSION this evening, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c) to discuss the initiation of litigation. The names of the potential parties in this litigation cannot be revealed at this point because it could prejudice the ongoing negotiations". PRESENTATION Mayor Chandler, on behalf of the Council, thanked Gloria Alfrey for' serving on the Arcadia Beautiful Commission and noted that he was happy to have served with her on the Commission as liaison. A Certificate of Appreciation for her efforts and accomplishments on the Commission will be forthcoming. It was MOVED by Counci1member Gilb to waive the procedural ordinance in order to move Agenda Items 2, 3 and 4 ahead of 'Item 1 on tonight's agenda. These three public hearings are each concerned with the matter of security devices. Seconded by Councilmember Harbicht. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gi1b, Harbicht, Young and Chandler None Counci1member Lojeski 9/19/89 -1- 2. PUBLIC / HEARING '-1 (Building '?IV Code \'. .,jp'(:.'Variance reo v'\)' Ord .1885 Anthony Products Co. , Applicant) (TABLED) 3. [PUBLIC ~,,~ . HEARING \"_f(Building I' Code v~' Variance reo Ord.1885 - Millikan & Thomas, Applicants) (TABLED) '- 31:0194 .; Councilmember Harbicht commented with regard to these three items, that, having seen the result of the recent ordinance banning security devices, and the hardship that it is working on a relatively few businesses that have them now, he would like to DIRECT the City Attorney to draw up an ordinance "grandfathering" in the existing security bars. If Council agrees, Public Hearings Nos. 2, 3, and 4 will be tabled until such time as the ordinance is before Council, and if it is adopted, then it makes these moot because they would then be "grandfathered" in. Councilmember Gilb noted that Council should include also that any monies paid for these appeals would be refunded. Mayor Chandler also noted that staff should hold off on enforcement until the matter is resolved, also a letter should be sent to each applicant indicating Council's direction. Councilmember Harbicht noted for persons who may be present tonight for these hearings, that Council has recognized that, while Council is in favor of the ordinance, it is causing a hardship on a relatively small number of people. Council is taking steps to alleviate that hardship. Councilmember Gilb noted that "grsndfathering" means anything that is there now is affected; but nothing can be put in new, according to the ordinance. Councilmember Harbicht's MOTION was seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Harbicht, None . Councilmember Lojeski Young and Chandler 4. -'<PUBLIC .; . ~v., HEARING I' v' '-(Building j) Code Variance reo No one came forward. Ord.1885 - Rowan K. Klein, Applicant (TABLED) Mayor Chandler noted that for the people present this evening to address these public hearings, the problem has been solved unless someone wishes to have the hearings open in order to address Council. 1. PUBLIC Consideration of an appeal to a notice to abate and remove inoperative HEARING vehicles at 631 W. Walnut Avenue. On May 12, 1989 a complaint was (Appeal of received by the Code Enforcement Division regarding the parking of Notice to automobiles in the yard of the subject property. On May 30, 1989, the Abate - property was inspected by Code Enforcement and Fire Department personnel. 30 Day The inspection disclosed the outdoor storage of junk and several in- Extension operable vehicles. The outdoor storage 'of junk has since been straightened Granted - up to the satisfaction of the Fire Department. However, the outdoor storage 631 Walnut of inoperable vehicles which was cited in the Notice to Abate dated July 25, Av.) o? 1989 has not been corrected. A reinspection on August 30, 1989, found a ~~ . motor home and eight other vehicles parked in the driveway and yard areas. . n&/ N~~ There were no license plates found on the Winnebago and a subsequent DMV ,Gvw \\~~ license plate check of the other vehicles disclosed that they were no~ P' i rJ" registered. Even if the vehicles were registered and operable, they exceed I ~\~ the number allowed to be parked in the open within the residential zone ~ (four vehicles plus the motorhome). Section 4900 et.seq. of the Arcadia Municipal Code provides specific nuisance abatement procedures applicable to abandoned, wrecked, dismantled or inoperative vehicles. Pursuant to the provisions of the vehicle abatement procedures, the property owner has filed an appeal to the Notice to Abate. If the City Council determines that the vehicles should be removed, the property owner has fifteen days in which to remove the vehicles. If the vehicles are not removed at the end of fifteen days, the vehicles or parts thereof may be disposed of by removal to a scrapyard or automobile dismantler's yard and costs for removal charged against the property owner If the costs of removal are not paid within 30 days, such costs shall be assessed against the property. The Planning Director circulated photos taken just prior to the last Council meeting. He noted that none of the vehicles in the photos are registered. Mayor Chandler opened the public hearing. 9/19/89 -2- 31:0195 I Frank Falasco, 631 West Walnut Avenue, appellant, stated, in part, that he wished to rebut the first paragraph of the report given to the City Council which states, "In January 1988 a court case was dismissed by the City because of partial progress made by the property owner to correct violations. Despite assurances made by the property owner to the court, to correct the violations, the property has not been brought into full compliance". In February and March of 1988, the property was inspected by Mr. Wiltsey and was brought into compliance; there was one vehicle that had not been removed because Mr. Falasco needed some help, but was subsequently removed. All this has been very stressful to him. Last week he removed two vehicles which leaves two over the allowable number. He has advertised to sell two others which will bring the number to that allowed and he will register the remaining vehicles. He does not think the Council will reverse this, so he is not going to appeal. He requests additional time over the 15 days allowed in order to sell two cars and reg~~ter the others. At the present time seven cars are on the property. Mr. Falasco stated he was not sure how long it will take to remove two and register the remaining. He has advertised and he must take the remaining ones to the DMV and a couple of them have to have smog device checks; probably one to two weeks. Mayor Chandler inquired if he intended to keep the cars there; Mr. Falasco replied he intended to keep the ones allowed. Councilmember Gilb inquired if cars have to be operable to be registered. The City Attorney replied they don't have to be registered until they are driven on the streets. Councilmember Gilb inquired again if Mr. Falasco intended to register all the cars remaining.Mr. Falasco replied that he did. Mayor Chandler inquired again if Mr. Falasco intended to comply. Mr. Falasco replied that he did and requested as much additional time as Council would grant. Councilmember Young commented that this has been going on for some time and that she was by the property today and some of the cars even have flat tires. It was noted that people have come to the City with complaints about this situation. Mayor Chandler said he would be willing to extend the time to 30 days rather than 15, but does not want Mr. Falasco to return with more excuses; the last time Mr. Falasco was before Council, he had just returned from vacation and the hearing had been continued. Councilmember Gilb noted that he was willing to grant 30 days, but in 30 days if two cars are not gone and the other 5 cars are not registered and the City has the registration certificates, the City will take action and remove them or whatever it has to do. The City Attorney replied in answer to a question from Councilmember Gilb, that if Council granted the 30 days, it was amending the order of the building official requiring Mr. Falasco to comply... he will have 30 days instead of 15. This might be the best thing to do in view of the history of this matter; Mr. Falasco has been in court several time. No one else desiring to be heard, the public hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED. I It was then MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that a 30 day extension from this date be granted in this matter to allow Mr. Falasco to sell two cars~nd register the other five with evidence of the registrations by that time or the matter will be referred to the City Attorney for legal action. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Harbicht, None Councilmember Lojeski Young and Chandler 5. BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ARCADIA BEAUTIFUL COMSN. (Patricia J. Eicherly) AYES: (, N NOES: {'>.'. f'\- r;..Jt^-S ~J~~'F; r' oi' -- ~~f' On MOTION by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED, Patricia J. Eicherly was nominated for appointment to the Arcadia Beautiful Commission. Councilmembers Gilb, Harbicht, Young and Chandler None Councilmember Loj eski 7'...=::~....._:;-:.-... 9/l9/B9 -3- 6. 7. 8. 8a. ROLL CALL 8b. MINUTE APPROVAL (Sept. 5, 1989) (APPROVED) 8c. DESIGN REVIEW (301 E. Santa Clara - Cont'd fr.9/5/89) (APPROVED) 'I' f'1 q ,,\~ I( " , . ',) 31:0196 AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Virgil Anderson, 29 Santa Clara Street, stated, in part, that he was present to request Council to establish a two hour parking zone.on Santa Clara Street between Santa Anita Avenue and First Avenue. His property is on Santa Clara Street and is located across from the post office and there is never any parking available on the street in front of his property. Mr. Anderson was informed that there is a regular procedure to establish parking zones which involved contact with the Public Works Department which checks the request, contacts other property owners, if any, and comes to a decision. The Assistant City Engineer/Water Manager will follow up this.matter with Mr. Anderson. Aida ~. Martinez, 2030 South Baldwin Avenue. stated, in part, that she I was present to protest parking tickets which had been received ,by her children after parking their cars on a gravel driveway on her property. She stated that she had lived at that address for sixteen years and had had cars parked on that driveway without previously receiving a parking ticket. Mayor Chandler and Counci1member Harbicht explained that, while they were certainly in sympathy with Mrs. Martinez' situation, there was, nevertheless, an ordinance in effect which prohibits parking on unpaved surfaces and a gravel driveway is an unpaved surface. Council can not make exceptions to the provisions of this ordinance. CITY COUNCIL RECESSED IN ORDER TO ACT AS THE ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PRESENT: ABSENT: Agency Members Gilb, Harbicht, Young and Chandler Agency Member Lojeski . On MOTION by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Young and CARRIED, Member Lojeski was EXCUSED. On MOTION by Member Young, seconded by Member Gilb and CARRIED, the Minutes of the Meeting of September 5, 1989 were APPROVED. On August 15, 1989, the Agency reviewed plans submitted by the Applicant for the construction of two 19,500 square foot office buildings on Parcel D of the Northside (Emkay/Chandler) Project. At that time, the Agency in- dicated their concern that the proposed buildings were relatively flat in appearance and that the square corners made the building look harsh and uninviting. The Agency requested that the Applicant further refine the plans for the proposed buildings based upon the comments received and_re- submit them at a future date, (9/5/89); subsequently postponed to 9/19/89. The revised plans are attached to staff report dated September 19, 1989. I Member Harbicht stated that when this was considered previously, he probably was the one most critical of the design. He thinks this new one is a super design and commends the builder for it; it is a beautiful design. It was then MOVED by Member Harbicht, seconded by Member Gilb and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the Design Review for property at 301 E. Santa Clara Street be APPROVED subject to the conditions outlined in staff report dated September 19, 1989. Additionally, this Design Review approval will expire in one year as outlined in Resolution No.ARA-126. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members Gilb, Harbicht, Young and Chandler None Member Lojeski = " ~--~<~~-::.. , ~-=--:::-r- -- 9/19/89 I -4- 6d. CERT. OF COMPLETION OFF SITE IMPROV. NORTHSIDE PROJECT (Emkay Dev.) (APPROVED) p'l "q'l' f\cr I 6e. DESIGN REVIEW (29 E. Htg Dr.- Steerburger) (APPROVED) ~"\ 1) ...1.- fltt-a.. 8f. ADJOURNMENT 9. 10. lOa. HEARING ISCHEDULED (Oct. 3, 1989) Ob. EARING SCHEDULED (Oct. 3, 1989) lOco CONTRACT AWARD (!lam Graphics- City Newsltr. ) .. ' g1/.\ '0 I ~, Y" \,J~ 31:0197 Before Council is an item calling forap~rovalof Certificate of Completion for the off site improvements on the Northside Project (Emkay Development Co.). After discussion with Agency's Special Counsel, corrections need to be made to the Certificate, Attachment #2, to staff report dated September 19, 1989, Section 2, line 6, delete the phase, "... and to otherwise comply with the developer's obligations under the Agreements with respect to the Property and the dates for the beginning and comple- tion of construction thereon under the Agreement; ..."; also correction of zip code from 91006 to 91007. It was then MOVED by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the Agency APPROVE the issuance of the Certificate of Completion as amended, for the offsite improvements associated with the Northside Project in a form and content approved by the Agency Counsel. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members Gilb, Harbicht, Young and Chandler None Member Lojeski Consideration of Design Review for expansion of Steerburger bar/restaurant located at 29 E. Huntington Drive into the adjacent contiguous building space formerly occupied by Pineda's Mexican Food and the proposed construc- tion of restroom facilities along the northern portion of the expansion. It was then MOVED by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the Agency APPROVE the Design Review, subject to the conditions outlined in staff report dated September 19, 1989. Additionally, this Design Review approval will expire in one year as out- lined in Resolution No. ARA-126. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members Gilb, Harbicht, Young and Chandler None Member Lojeski Member Harbicht commented that the Steerburger and the place next door have gone from being an eyesore there to being an asset to that street. This will enchance it more. Member Young noted even the back will look much better. Chairman Chandler commented they appreciate the owners putting something back into the City. The meeting adjourned to 7:00 p. m., October 3, 1989. CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED CONSENT ITEMS vi PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 3, 1989 for consideration of Zone Change Z-89-003 to add an "H" (high rise) overlay to the existing CPD-l zoning designation 'at 324 N.Second Avenue. vi PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 3, 1989 for consideration of adopting amendments to the Building Code regarding plan checking fees. AWARDED contract for printing of the City Newsletter to Bam Graphics of Arcadia. Funds are budgeted in the General Fund, General City, ~n the amount of $24,000. Councilmember Gilb noted that printing the City Newsletter outside makes sense, but he does not want to get to the point ~here the editors are not part of the City. Staff noted the Newsletter has been printed outside for some time. The reason for this action is that during the budget review, Councilmember Lojeski asked if the City went out to bid. Since this had not been done for some time, bids were advertised for and it worked out that the same company was the low bidder. 0"" 9/19/89 -5- 11. REQUEST OF MT. WILSON SOARING SOC. TO USE L.A. CO. FLOOD CONTROL BASIN FOR LANDING SITE (Co. Approval Contingent Upon Council Approval) (DENIED) , ~ (l. \U\l'lrY P' &" ~" 1"" (11\ 31:0198 ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER YOUNG, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HARBICHT AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS: AYES: NOES: ABSEN: Councilmembers Gilb, Harbicht, Young and Chandler None Councilmember Lojeski CITY MANAGER A request has been received from the Mt. Wilson Soaring Society for approval to use a landing site in the Los Angeles County Flood Control Area in the northern part of the City. Representatives of the Soaring Society were present to address the Council as were representatives from I the Highland Oaks Home Owners' Association. Councilmember Harbicht noted tha~,the Soaring Society is not asking the City for a permit, which is being granted by the Flood Control District, but with a condition that permission be granted by the Arcadia City Council. Mayor Chandler stated that, although this is not a public hearing, it is going to be conducted as such so that Council may have input from individuals desiring to be heard. Councilmember Gilb inquired if the City had jurisdiction over hang glide flying over Arcadia and do they have to have permission to fly over a residential area and land in a residential area or close thereto. The City Attorney responded that the City did not, per se, have jurisdiction over the air space. Hang gliders are considered to be aircraft under new regulations. Controls and maybe even some permit requirements could be put in place by passing an appropriate ordinance. Currently there is nothing in place to require them to have a permit. However, if they land in someone's backyard, they are trespassing; they cannot invade the premises or the immediate airspace over them. Curt Trimble, President, Mt. Wilson Soaring Society, 102 Grove Lane, Sierra Madre, gave a brief history of the Mt. Wilson Soaring Society and noted that the landing area they had been using for a number of years was no longer available to them; therefore they were seeking a new site; the Society had received permission from the Los Angeles County Flood Control Districc contingent upon permission from the City Council. They fly from Mt. Wilson, and he noted that the people they have interacted with in that area have tended to enjoy the Society; hang gliding is an interesting, colorful, quiet sport, easy to accommodate. The requirements for a hang gliding landing site are an area a couple hundred yards long by 50 yards wide, facing into the prevailing winds; relatively clear in approach, preferably non- residential areas; preferably areas that ,can be fenced off to prevent foot traffic because it is safer. The area they are requesting is located at the north end of the Flood Control area, Santa Anita Canyon; the area referred to as the debris deposit area, the spreading area; it is terraced off into three steps; they are requesting the upper step. It is a perfect size, is relatively flat; is fenced off behind two gates; away from houses; and should give the hang gliders an opportunity to practice the sport in a safe fashion. They had contacted Jerry Collins, Arcadia Recreation D~art- ment, regarding entrances; one of them being next to the Nature Center, Wilderness Park; there is a gate on a dirt road leading in; and a second I gate about 300 yards down; there would be locks on both gates. Vehicles (5 - 10) would be parked inside and off City streets. The secondary access proposed is on Elkins Road off Highland Avenue; only to be used at times of fire closure of the park to keep traffic to a minimum. There should be no impact upon the neighborhood. Typically, on a good flying day, there will be 10-20 pilots; they car pool. The Society has a lot of experience working with the community and neighbors. Mt. Wilson is a good site for their takeoffs; pilots can fly safely from that point; they make sure that the pilots who fly are advanced enough to get to the landing site. The pilots are insured by a one million dollar group liability, covering actions of the pilots while flying legally. Additionally, in order to protect the City and the County, a rider can be purchased by a hang gliding chapter whereby the City of Arcadia, County of Los Angeles and Mt. Wilson Soaring Society are named as additional insured at this site. He noted 9/19/89 -6- 31:0199 I that there are mixed emotions about this on the part of the Highland Oaks Home Owners' Association; particularly with respect to establishing a precedent. The Society feels that they would be of benefit to the home owners because if they have a lease on that property, it would be a good argument for not allowing other activities in the same area. Also this permission would be revocable at any time in the event problems arise. The neighbors may decide they would prefer to have the hang gliders there rather than other activities. Councilmember Gilb noted that it was his impression that the Home Owners' Association was not against the hang gliders as such, but was concerned about the possibility of the pilots landing on nearby residential properties with resultant damage, injury and/or liability. There was also concern about invasion of privacy. Mr. Trimble said he had not known of any occasion of a pilot landing in any back yard within the last 12 years. As far as invasion of privacy is concerned, there would be less than any plane that currently flies over the area; they would come in at about 1,000 feet. Councilmember Young remarked that she lives near the area; she has noticed the giders come in over her house; they approach and circle several times before landing and are rather low. Houses are closer to that fill, however, than the one Mr. Trimble is talking about now. The approach would be from the north and they would not be coming in over the houses to the west. Councilmember Young also noted that the northern piece of land is better suited because trucks were being parked on Sycamore and it was sometimes congested. Mr. Trimble said if they receive permission, the vehicles will be parked inside the County Flood Control area. Councilmember Gilb inquired if there were support groups and fund raising activities which would draw a large number of people to the area. Mr. Trimble responded there was an annual fly-in the day before the Rose Parade and there may be as many as 30 pilots that day. They would not have a large group activity because they do not know how to.control such an event. They have never had such an event. I Scott Adishian, President, Highland Oaks Home Owners' Association, 1661 Highland Oaks Drive, stated, in part, that many of the points of concern to the Association have been raised. They don't want a lot of traffic in the area; they have established this in the past with other recreatio~al activities proposed. They are also concerned about requests for other recreational activities, i.e., off road dirt bikes, etc.; they don't want to set a precedent for this sort of activity. There are other potential hazards, such as lack of/or difficulty in supervision by rangers or law enforcement personnel; also potential fire hazard with individuals waiting for gliders to land, etc. A large majority of the home owners feel this would not be something beneficial to the neighborhood. Councilmember Harbicht noted that it had been reported that the increase in traffic would be of the order of 5 to 10 vehicles. Did he consider that to be unaccept- able. Mr. Adishian replied it would not. However, if they had 10 cars from the gliding society and 10 cars each from other recreational activities in addition to the traffic to and from Wilderness Park (which some of the home owners wish would not be opened on weekends) that would be too much. No other organizations have come forward with requests as yet but they are concerned about the precedent. Craig Bonholtzer, 2000 Carolwood, questioned the City Attorney regarding establishment of a precedent for other recreational uses in the area. Monrovia is now developing a closeby project and is studying the potential development behind Mr. Bluth's property along the wash which abuts the proposed landing area. His concern is that if the hang gliders are granted a lease for this area -- now Arcadia has an easy way to cut off access from Elkins into Monrovia. This makes it difficult for Monrovia to have access, but if it is opened up to public use, will it not make it easier for Monrovia to say there is now a public easement there and they can then utilize it. The City Attorney replied it was difficult to reply because there are many variables. This would not per se create an implied ease- ment giving rights to anyone else. The hang gliders are merely asking permission from the County to use their property and the County has asked to hear what the cities have to say. If granted, this would not create .an implied easement, opening up the area for other recreational uses. Phil Allin, Vice President, Mt. Wilson Soaring Society, 2Z22 Lorna Vista, Pasadena, stated, in part that in terms of frequency of use by the hang gliders, typically they would be flying only on flyable days which means no flying when conditions are not right. They estimate the number of flyable \ 9/19/89 .....\ -7- 31:0200 weekends might be, at most, 30 weekends a year. Times would involve takeoff at 1 - 2 p. m.; landings at 4 - 5 p. m. on those days. Vehicles and drivers would be in the area at the most for an hour. Therefore, they will not be using the area for any significant period of time and thereby giving the impression that the area is now open to recreational uses. Councilmember Gilb noted that he thought hang gliding to be a fine recreational sport but that the area needs to be protected. He believes this will establish a precedent. He is not in favor of suppoting it. The home owners' association is cognizant of the problems with the park there, etc. and he will have to acquiesce to the wishes of the home owners. Councilmember Young remarked that she has watched the hang gliders I and they are beautiful to watch, however, she is concerned about the pos~ible precedent. She is concerned about trespassing in the flood control area; at the p~esent time there are horses, bicyclists. motor cyclists, hikers, and they get through the gates; leave the gates open. She feels it is a fire hazard; she frequently calls the Public Works Department todo something about it. For this reason, she is concerned about setting a precedent and opening up the area. She is against 1t. Councilmember Harbicht stated that one of the functrons of government is to provide recreational opportunities for citizens Obvious things are parks, bike lanes, etc.; but there are other recreational activities which people participate in which are legitimate activities and it is' incumbent for government to provide the wherewithall for these activities if it can be done without affecting the health and safety of the general area. This is a legitimate sport. As to the effect of allowing this -- he does not see traffic as a legitimate concern with only 10 - 12 cars; a neighbor having a dinner party will bring this many additional cars into the area. The City Attorney said this will not establish a legal precedent. This has to be evaluated on its own merits; if other requests come to Council, they will be evaluated on their merits, one by one. As to the question of danger to houses -- the safety record cited by Mr. Trimble is excellent. One might note the number of planes falling out of the skies each week. So the hang gliders are not a significant threat to the residents. The arsa they are requesting seems to be an ideal area. He does not see any significant problems. It is fair to give them a chance. He would be inclined to grant this on a trial basis. There is more fire danger from hikers coming up from Chantry Flats than from the hang gliders landing in Santa Anita Wash. Law enforcement is already a problem in the entire mountain area. He does not see where this would decrease the quality of life for residents of the Highland Oaks or any other area of the community. If approval is given and it turns out that he is wrong, the action could very easily be reversed after six months or whatever and go back to where we are now. Mayor Chandler stated that he thinks Councilmember Harbicht's argument is good; but also the arguments of Councilmembers Gilb and Young are - good. Even though the hang gliders themselves create very little traffic, I he envisions it attracting many spectators into the area. He will vote against it. It was then MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht that Council give approval to th Mount Wilson Soaring Society to use the Los Angeles County Flood Control area for a hang gliding landing site on a six month trial basis. The MOTION DIED for lack of a second. It was then MOVED by Councilmember Gilb, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Countil notify Los Angeles County that the request of the Mt. Wilson Soaring Society has been DENIED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Young and Chandler Councilmember Harbicht Councilmember Lojeski O/,n/oQ ~ I~' J -8- 12. 31:0201 CITY ATTORNEY 12a. RESOLUTION The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title NO. 5501 of Resolution No. 5501, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF (ADOPTED) "THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING SPECIFIC REPRESENTATIVES TO D c.\'\\tr THE INDEPENDENT CITIES RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY". {WJ (:("\' :,\<- I'" -I Y It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Councilmember Gilb ~\ 1~~~\ and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5501 be and /XV it is hereby ADOPTED. 112b. CLAIM OF ROYAL INSURANCE (R. Williams) (DENIED) I"\-S f. (/l--P>\ 13. 14. YOUNG (Sister City Comsn. - Reception for Mayor of Tripolis, Greece) G-{Y f\." SIS I HARBICHT (Railroad Bridge) AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Harbicht, Young and Chandler None Councilmember Lojeski On recommendation of the City Attorney, the claim of Royal Insurance (R~ Williams) was DENIED on MOTION. by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Councilmember Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Harbicht, Young and Chandler None Councilmember Lojeski MATTERS FROM STAFF None MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS Reported that the Sister City Commission was planning a dinner for the Mayor of Tripolis, Greece and his wife during their upcoming visit to Arcadia. The Commission's budget does not allow for much entertaining. As liaison to the Commission, Councilmember Young requested an allocation from the City in the amount of up to $2,500. for this purpose. Council- member Harbicht noted that he thinks that the Sister City program, in terms of promoting international understanding, is one of the best things going and that this is a small part that Arcadia can do as a community to promote international understanding. He is in favor. Councilmember Young said she did not think it should be put upon the Commission members to foot the bill for such occasions. Councilmember Harbicht said it was a,legitimate City function and he would second the motion. Upon advice from the City Attorney, it was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Councilmemher Young and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that, pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(2), the need to take action on this item arose after the posting of the agenda. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Harbicht, Young and Chandler None Councilmember Lojeski It was then MOVED by Councilmember Young, seconded by Councilmember Harbicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that up to $2,500 be APPROPRIATED from the General Contingency Fund for the reception for the Mayor of Tripolis, Greece. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmembers Gilb, Harbicht. None Councilmember Lojeski Young and Chandler Had a question about the railroad bridge (Second Avenue and Huntington Drive). He noted the bricks on it; apparently on a test basis; some of them are missing. What is the situation? Staff replied they were still working on it; a report should be forthcoming this week from the Public Works Depart- ment. They are testing various methods of keeping the bricks attached to the bridge. 9/19/89 , , -9- HARBICHT (Signal - Baldwin Av. & 210) GILB (Memory of Herb Fletcher) 31:0202 The timing of the signal underneath the Freeway on Baldwin Avenue has changed. It has changed such that the people coming off the Freeway when it turns green, go through and then it stays and stays green. Before it was a more efficient setup because those coming off the Freeway were able to get onto Baldwin, but now motorists just sit on Baldwin at the red light with no one going through the intersection. He requested staff to check on this. "I would like to adjourn the meeting tonight in memory of Herbert E. Fletcher. Edwin was his middle name. That surprised me because we have the same middle name. Mr. Fletcher was born August 14, 1918 in Santa Barbara, ,:alifornia. He pa:ssed away September 10, 1989 in Arcadia. The services were heldat 4 p. m., September 15 at the Holliston United Methodist Church. Mr.. Fletcher had passed away of a heart attack last week. Mr. Fletcher was in the Air Force during the Second World War. He was a bombardier and he was shot down ... he was a prisoner of war for a while. Then he came back I to this area and he got involved with his brothers in the Fletcher Aviation Company and became involved with the community, got married and raised a couple of daughters here. Then in about 1966, I guess it was, he decided he wanted to get involved with City activities and he,started attending the City Council meetings and the School Board meetings and I thnk he's been to more City Council meetings than 1 have. r don't think he missed too .many. Mr. Fletcher was a very unique individual and, as you know, came and talked on every subject you could think of and many of the subjects he talked about were still around the same theme. He could never understand why more people in the community didn't become involed with the affairs of government. He interested himself in the budget and many other affairs that came along and he wrote many letters to the newspapers. As a matter of fact, Mr. Singer, the former editor, told me the other day at the services that we attended for Mr. Fletcher, that he would come in each day with 3 or 4 letters to the editor and he found out that they'd print more of them if you'd hold them within two inches. He got more of them printed that way. And he would say to Mr. Singer, "There's three or four subjects there. Just pick out whatever looks good for this week". And he also came by the newspaper office. You know; every city needs a Herb Fletcher. The thing that 1 always used to remember about him when he'd get mad and he'd say, "Goldarnit, Charles, why don't you go up there and tell them people". He was always talking about how the State of California used to take the money from the citizens and never give enough of it back to us. And how we were all paying double taxes because we're paying the County. But he, as you know, discussed every subject. And many of his ideas were excellent. We disagreed on a lot of ideas, but 1 think we were always all friends in the matter. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie, and his daughters Catherine and Cynthia and Mary. And he had two grand- daughters and a brother. We're going to miss Herb Fletcher. I think every city needs a person like Herb. You know, I didn't think Herb was what you'd call a vindictive person. Some people go to a lot of the County board meetings and they just find fault with everything. And I think Herb had a lot of constructive ideas and we put him on the Watershed Commission. 1 don't think he ever missed a meeting and he reported back to uS about what was going on in the Water Department, in the Watersheds. And he did the job that we asked him to do when we- appointed him to that job. We're really going to miss Herb and I think everyone of us could have something unusual to say. At his service the I other day at the church, people stood up in the audience and told what they remembered about Herb ... some of the things were very interesting, and what kind of a person he was. And 1 think you'll find that if you knew hi~personal life, I think one thing that 1 always remember about Herb was he always worked on the 'track meet at the high school. And everybody wanted to work on the 100 yard dash and be right at the front. But Herb was always in the back over in the corner working on a gate. Then he was very involved in the Olympics and 1 think he wore his Olympic uniform for the next 12 months after the Olympics were over because he was so proud of that outfit that he was involved with, and wearing that uniform with the Olympics when we had the Olympics here at Santa Anita. So, it's hard to believe that Herb passed away so fast. He had a heart attack at 3:00 in the morning and went right to the hospital, and about 10:00 he looked like he was going to get better and maybe pullout of it. And about 2:00 in the afternoon he passed away. Anyway, we're going to miss Herb and 1 would certainly like to close this meeting in memory of Herbert E. Fletcher." " -10- 9/19/89 31:0203 15. ADJOURNMENT (Oct. 3, 1989) The meeting ADJOURNED at 9:00 p. m. to 7:00 p. m., October 3, 1989 in the Chamber Conference Room to conduct the business of the Council and Agency and CLOSED SESSION, if any, necessary to discuss personnel, litigation and evaluation of properties. I "''''' t;~ '- " I 9/19/89 -11-