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INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTE
APPROVAL
HEARING
M-l Zone
Text
Amendment
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ZONE CHANGE
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
AUGUST 18, 1981
The City Council of the City of Arcadia and the Redevelopment Agency
met in a regular session August 18, 1981 at 7:30 p.m. in the City Hall
Council Chamber.
Rev. Margaret Stevens, Santa Anita Church
City Attorney Charles Liberto
PRESENT:
ABSENT :
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gi1b
None
On MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino
and carried unanimously the minutes of the adjourned and regular
meetings of August 4, 1981 were APPROVED.
CONTINUED - Planning commission Res. No. 1166 recommending denial of
Text Amendment 81-3 allowing office uses in an M-l zone with an approv-
ed Conditional Use Permit. This was a subject discussed with the Plan-
ning Commission on August 11. Mayor Gi1b declared the hearing open and
no one desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Council-
man Saelid, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried unanimously. It
was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carri-
ed on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation of the Planning
Commission for denial be APPROVED and that staff be directed to initiate
proceedings for consideration of a zone change at the southwest corner
of St. Joseph Street and First Avenue.
Councilman Saelid commented in part that he has strong feelings that
it would be wise to have the flexibility of using the Conditional Use
Permit to control office buildings within the industrial area ... how-
ever, the Commission has studies on these things and feels that there
would be problems in the future and he would yield to their wishes but
does so with some trepidation.
Roll call vote was then taken on the Motion.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, 'Saelid, Gilb
None
None
Planning Commission Res. 1171 recommending approval of a zone change
from R-3 (Multiple Family) to C-O (Professional Offices) at 1035-1045
W. Huntington Drive. Staff advised that an application had been filed
on behalf of the Maier Brewing company for a change of ,zone at 1045 W.
Huntington Drifve. Staff has included other properties in this block
(1035 to 1043). In March of this year the General Plan was changed on
the subiect proper tv from Multiple-fami1v residential to commercial
and this change would be consistent with' the General Plan. It would'
make the existing non-conforming office uses conforming uses. It was
felt there is adequate protection for the residential properties north
of the subject property by the setbacks.
Mayor Gilb declared the hearing open and Dr. Jack McKuen, 205 W. Long-
den Avenue, with offices at 1035 W. Huntington Drive, said in part that
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that he favored the zone change and could not see any problem for those
residing in the apartments.
No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried unani-
mously.
Some discussion held on the setbacks and Councilman Dring felt the
proximity of the apartment buildings in this instance should be a con-
cern. It was noted by staff that the setbacks for a commercial office
development are substantially greater than those if the property remain-
ed R-3. Councilman Saelid spoke to Councilman Dring's concern and felt
the real question is going to be if and when a proposal comes before
Council asking for relief in this particular location .. he did not see
the need for an overlay but did see a need for cautious proceeding on
the part of the Council in terms of any applied for modifications in
the future'.
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It was MOVED by Councilman Pellegrino, seconded by Councilman Saelid
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Negative Declaration
be approved and filed and find that the project will not have a signi-
ficant effect on the environment and direct the City Attorney to pre-
pare the appropriate ordinance.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
None
The Parks and Recreation Commission recommended that an application be
filed with the State for the use of Proposition I Monies for the con-
struction of four lighted handball courts at Eisenhower Park at an
approximate cost of $123,000; that an addition of a picnic and play
area at Bonita Park be constructed at an approximate cost of $72,000.
During this consideration the Recreation Director responded to questions.
It was MOVED by Councilman Pellegrino, seconded by Councilman Haltom
and carried on roll call vote as follows that staff be directed to pre-
pare and submit an application to the State by the deadline of September
15, 1981. The appropriate Resolution will be presented to Council at
its September 1 meeting.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
None
Council recessed in order to act as the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT:
ABSENT :
Members Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
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The meeting adjourned to 7 p.m. August 25, 1981.
Council reconvened
In order to take the following item out of agenda sequence it was MOVED
by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried unani-
mously that it be considered at this time.
Mayor Gilb explored the background of an item on the agenda relating
to t~e conditional use permit granted by the Planning Commission to
the Foothill Jewish Temple and Center at 550 S. Second Avenue on July
28. It was brought out that there was a conflict of meeting locations
that night ... a meeting was being held in the Council Chamber by the
Council and the School Board - another was being held by the Planning
Commission in the Conference Room at which a hearing was held
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on the application of the Temple. Those in opposition to the Temple
application were misdirected to the Council Chamber and therefore were
not able to present their views.
During this consideration Chris Cozen, Director of the School, said in
part that licensing by the State depends on the conditional use permit
being granted by the City to the Temple .. there is a deadline for fil-
ing with the State and the Temple is endeavoring to meet that date.
Mrs. Julie Nakov, 200 S. Second Avenue, presented a petition with 30
signatures to the City Clerk protesting the formation of the pre-school.
It was brought out in the ensuing proceedings that this petition had
been presented to the Planning Department at an earlier date. Mrs.
Nakov enumerated areas of her opposition.
Paul Friedman, 345 W. Wistaria Avenue, member of the Temple, said in
part that it was unfortunate that Mrs. Nakov was misdirected when she
tried to attend the Planning Commission meeting, however, the Temple
has done everything in an orderly fashion; that it had been in its lo-
cation for 15 years and would like to be able to meet the deadline for
filing with the State.
Considerable discussion was held on the series of misunderstandings
(SEE FULL TRANSCRIPT) and based on legal advice it was MOVED by Coun-
cilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried on roll call
vote as follows that the City Council provisionally approves the Con-
ditional Use Permit, subject to revocation, and that a public 'hearing
be scheduled for September 1, 1981 at 7:30 p.m.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
None
It was then MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Saelid
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the $100 filing fee re-
quirement be waived.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
Councilman Haltom
None
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Herb Fletcher, 175 W. Lemon Avenue, spoke about his suggestion to
change Proposition 13 to protect the property owner, the City and
the School District. He noted the increase in the City's assessed
valuation out of which the City will receive a small amount the
School District will receive nothing .. with the main beneficiary
of this new tax being the County and State. He felt Council should
take steps to discuss ways in which the total tax is divided.
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CONSENT ITEMS
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SCHEDULED public hearing for September 1 on the tentative map of
Tract No. 42668 for a 9 unit residential condominium at 1039, 1045
and 1049 W. Fairview Avenue.
APPROVED the specifications and authorized advertising for bids
for the purchase of three 9 passenger Dial-a-ride vans .. two to be
equipped with wheelchair lifts .. all to be equipped with 2-way
radios. Estimated cost is $25,000 each .. the van without the lift
will be $20,000. Purchase will be financed with Federal UMTA grants
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STORM
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ACCEPTANCE
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in the amount of $23,162 and State SB 325 funds in the amount of $51,838
(total of $75,000).
APPROVED FY 1981-82 Resolution for Performance of Services and continu-
ing Cooperative Agreement with Southern. California Association of Gove~-
ments. Wilbur Smith has been requested to submit a proposaL tor pre-- -
paring the Short Range Transit Plan. Mayor and City Clerk AUTHORIZED
to execute same in form approved by the City Attorney.
ACCEPTED the work and authorized final payment pursuant to the terms
of the contract with Josic Kovac for the improvements at Fire Station
No.3 - Job No. 517.
APPROVED the agreement with County Flood Control District which would
simplify transfer of storm drains to the District for operation and
maintenance.
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APPROVED plans and specifications and authorized the City Clerk to
advertise for bids for the reconstruction of First Avenue from Camino
Real to Las Flores - Job No. 511.
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ACCEPTED the work and authorized final payment pursuant to the terms
of the contract with J. E. R. Construction Company for the installation
of waterlines in Bonita Street and Fourth Avenue.
APPROVED a business license tax of $5.00 per amusement and game machine
to be operated at the Greek Festival on September 19 and 20 at Santa
Anita Race Track.
APPROVED the report and recommendation concerning the storage shed at
Fire Station No.3. .The shed would be constructed by ,fire department
personnel. Council also APPROVED an appropriation of $2500 from Capi-
tal Improvement Funds for the purchase of the required material.
ALL THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY COUNCILMAN
SAELID, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN PELLEGRINO AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL
VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES
NOES
AllSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
None
Staff advised on the transfer of funds from the Water Fund to the
Water Facilities Replacement Fund pursuant to Council'action of June
19, 1979. Replacement projects for 1981-82 as reflected in the Capi-
tal Program Budget are:
Estimated Costs
1. Meter Repair and Replacement
2. Replacement of 4" line installed in 1916
in Flower Street from LaPorte to First Av.
($40,000 water - $25,000 Revenue Sharing)
3. Replacement of 4" and 6" lines is taIled in
1926 in easements in back yards in Oakwood
Drive from Orange Grove to Foothill. Phase I.
$ 50,000
40,000
90,000
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$180,000
The Water Manager responded to questions concerning the urgency
of the replacement of lines in Oakwood Drive. It was noted that
there is a potential liability in the subject area .. however, the
lines are not worn out. This would be only the first phase .. there
are to be three phases in this project. It was submitted that the
life expentancy of the iron pipes should be from 50 to 75 years
this was installed in 1926.
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EQUIPMENT
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GUARDS
APPROVED
ORDINANCE
NO. 1729
INTRODUCED
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Councilmap Dring felt tH~t_this item does not appear to be of high
priority ~nd is where expenditures could be reduced and MOVED to trans-
fer $100,900 to the Water Facilities Replacement Fund and to delete
Item No.3 (Replacement in Oakwood Drive). Councilman Haltom seconded
the motion.
Councilman Saelid expressed concern at delaying Item 3 as it appears
to him that in the event of a breakage the City would be facing sub-
stantial liablity " and feared adopting a philosophy of letting things
go and then trying to patch up as the damage occurs.
Councilman Haltom felt that if Council is going to reduce the budget
some risks must be taken that pipes do break whether old or new
that where there is real damage there must be immediate repair.
Roll call vote was then taken.
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AYES
NOES
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT :
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Gilb
Councilman Sae1id
Councilman Pellegrino
None
Request for authorization to complete the installation of the County's
Justice pata Interface Controller System by the County. It would also
be maintained by the County. This would be the third installation ..
two are in operation at the present time. Funds are in the Revenue
Sharing Budget for the police department. It was MOVED by Councilman
Haltom, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried on roll call vote
as follows that the equipment be installed.
AYES Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino Saelid, Gilb
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ABSENI': None
The P lice Chief advised that with the closure of two elementary schools
trave routes and street crossings have been reevaluated with a recommen-
datiod for four new locations for the crossing guards necessitating the
addit~n of two guards. Total of $67,250 for the school year 1981-82
with nbrmal salary increases. It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, second-
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ed by Councilman Pellegrino and carried on roll call vote that the recom-
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mendation be APPROVED.
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Councilmen
None
None
Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
AYES
NOES
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ABSENT :\
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The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content
and reAd the title of Ordinance No. 1729 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CI~~ OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING
SECTION' 9262.4.12 and ADDING NEW SECTION 9261.4.4, 9262.4.13 and
9266.2.8.6 PERTAINING TO USE OF TEMPORARY BANNERS IN COMMERCIAL AND
INDUSTRIAL ZONES".
It was MOVED by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of
the full text of Ordinance No. 1729 be waived and INTRODUCED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gi1b
,None
~one
On recommendation of the City's Claim Adjuster and the City Attorney
it was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the claim of Lee Edward
Charles be and it is hereby rejected.
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APPROVED
(Walker)
SEWER
SERVICE
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CHARjE
ADJOURNMENT
TO
AUGUST 25,
7 p.m.
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AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gi1b
None
None
On recommendation of the City Attorney the claim for $120.80 by Mr.
and Mrs. James M, Walker was approved for payment on MOTION by Coun-
cilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried on roll
call vote as follows:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
None
The City Manager advised Councilman Dring that the report on sewer
service charge is being prepared.
At 9:45 p.m. Mayor Gilb MOVED to adjourn the meeting to August 25. 1981
at 7:00 p.m. in the Conference Room in memory of Albert Adcock who
passed away August 11. "Mr. Adcock had been a resident of Arcadia since
1925. He was a skilled machinist having worked with Arcadia Doors for
some time. He was a City Councilman from 1940 to 1948 and was proud
of his achievements especially during the period after the war when
subdivisions began to appear in the City. He was also on the Person-
nel Board from 1952 to 1956. He was active in the American Legion,
Boy Scouts and Civic Affairs. He is survided by three daughers. Martha,
Margaret, Eleanor and a son John, ten granchildren and four great grand-
children. It is interesting to note that Mr. Adcock's name is on the
plaque in City Hall at the time of its dedication in 1948." Motion
seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously.
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