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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOCTOBER 6,1981_2 I I CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 25:0370 INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL M I NUT E S CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA and the ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 6, 1981 The City Council of the City of Arcadia and the Redevelopment Agency met in a regular session October 6. 1981 at 7:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chamber. Rev. J. William Daum, The Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration Led by DeWitt Finley, Jr., of Boy Scout Troop No. 125. PRESENT: ABSENT : Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb None On MOTION by Councilman Pellegrino, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of September 15, 1981 were APPROVED. PRESENTATION On behalf of the City Council Mayor Gilb presented a plaque to retiring Joseph M. Dragna for his 25 years service in the Public Works Department. MINUTE APPROVAL HEARING FIREWORKS Mayor Gi1b read a Proclamation in full relating to October as Drug Abuse Education Month and with Dr. Robert Bell and Robert Bartlett of Parent Alert presented to Police Chief Charles Mitchell a Resolution and Plaque from Parent Alert in appreciation of Chief Mitchell's efforts and accom- plishments in the drug program. Consideration of the sale and use of fireworks within the City. Council received a report from the Police and Fire Chiefs relating to the impact of fireworks over the July 4 holiday - also a survey of property damage in the city over the past six years and a copy of the 1981 fireworks sur- vey conducted by the Los Angeles County recording all injuries and losses incurred this year throughout the County. Both the Fire and Police De- partments have taken the position that the sale and use of all fireworks should be banned within the City. This recommendation was made in an effort to aid in the control and enforcement procedures of both depart- ments as well as an attempt to reduce the injuries, property damage and potential hazards due to the use of all fireworks in the City. The Battalion Chief of the Arcadia Fire Department presented a report relating to the current fireworks situation and its effect on the commun- ity, including a six year experience resulting in an estimated fire loss of $363,925 .. 65 were from the so-called illegal type .. 25 from the so-called safe and sane type. Programs which were implemented in an ef- fort to minimize the loss of properties, injuries and costs were explored in detail. He noted the necessity of increased personnel due to addi- tional equipment being put into service. One fireman was injured this year and will be off duty for about 3 months. The Arcadia Methodist Hos~ pita1 reported some 20 burn cases resulting from fireworks this year. He felt the term safe and sane is a misnomer .. fireworks are dangerous. Roofs and brush are extremely vulnerable to fires. During this presentation projectura1s were shown depicting trees and roofs which were ignited by fireworks. He concluded his remarks by stating in part that 62% of the population of Los Angeles County have banned fireworks and recommended Arcadia do the same. , -1- 10-6-81 . IN FAVOR . 0 f BANNING OPPOSED t 0 BANNING 25;0371 El Monte Fire Chief Charles Mastian, 632 W. Wistaria Avenue, representing the Los Angeles County Chapter of the Fire Chief's Association, stated in part that they are opposed. to all fireworks ... it is their job to prevent fires ... with the objective to prohibit the use and sale of all fireworks other than for display... the terms safe and sane is misleading ... He noted that the City Council has received a copy of the County Chapter re- port which set forth losses incurred by such fireworks. He acknowledged that their stand is counter to those taken by many service clubs ... which use the money for charitable purposes or for youth activities ... They feel very strongly that the use and sale of fireworks is an item for local control and should not be mandated by the State. Police Captain Neal Johnson responded to questions concerning procedure once a citation is given .. that in most instances there is the imposi- tion of a fine. Fire chief Gardner stated in part that Arcadia is a community of mostly I wood shingle roofs located in the foothills.... that based on these con- cerns it is the recommendation of the police and fire departments that the sale and use of fireworks be banned. Mayor Gilb declared the hearing open and Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, said in part that she appreciated the comprehensive reports and the safety department's recommendation for the banning of fireworks and urged the Council to agree ... that if a determination cannot be made at this time that the matter be placed on the ballot for the April 1982 election. Marian Wykof, 2114 Louise Avenue, spoke in favor of banning fireworks not only.for the obvious but for the animals that suffer so greatly dur- ing the 4th of July celebrations " that the American Legion could find other means of raising funds for their worthwhile projects. Bob Ramsey, Sunland, representing Lisa Ann Roos Burn Foundation '" sup- ported banning fireworks ". that to eliminate the possibility of injuries from fireworks everyone in the community benefits. Herb Fletcher, 175 W. Lemon Avenue, referred to the dollar amount of fire- works' loss and asked Council, before it takes action, to try to determine what effect this has on the fire insurance rates. Dan Mann, 1215 S. First Avenue, representing the California State Fire- man's Association, said in part that it is their position to ban the sale and use of fireworks '" on a state-wide basis. Burt Smith, Temple City, representing the Arcadia Elks' Lodge 2025 ... felt the organization could come up with something better than the sale of fireworks for fund raising ... and spoke against.the sale and use of fireworks. Peggy Cecere, 155 W. Santa Anita Terrace, said she was a fire victim this year due to fireworks --- at a cost of $35,000 in damages '" that she is having a non-burnable roof ~ut on her home now.. and asked what the City proposes to do about the problem. I Wendell Chapman, 930 Coronado Drive, said they do not leave their home on the 4th of July anymore ... that they must stay close and recited some instances .. He asked that Council ban the sale and use of fireworks '" there must be other ways for the organization to make money... something which would cause less disruption in the community. Park Webster, 2720 Gilpin Way, Past Commander of the American Legion Post No. 247 '" enumerated the many projects that Post does every year through the profits from the sale of safe and sane fireworks. That they have con- ducted the sales for the past 47 years and enjoy a very fine rapport through- out the City and they pledge to so continue in the future. -2- 10-6-81 25:0372 Chuck Bohnstedt, 5339 Marshburn, Arcadia Post Office address, confirmed the many projects referred to by Mr. Webster ... he spoke of the reason for the 4th of July celebrations and mentioned the time when there were parades, bands, fireworks, flags everywhere ... that today all there are just American Legions ... in Arcadia flags are posted along Hunting- ton Drive and the fireworks sale. He asked Council not to ban the fire- works. I William Morseoff, East Pasadena American Legion Post, Past Commander of the 18th District .. said in part that he has been against illegal fire- works all his life and recited a personal incident .. he questioned how illegal fireworks can be controlled. He too explored the many fine pro- jects dedicated to the youth including the Special Olympics Project. He asked Council to continue the fireworks program with the American Legion - with safe and sane fireworks which can be controlled. Charles R. Gray, 1736 Charlamonte, Hacienda Heights, said in part that he has been in the fireworks business for 24 years ... that for these years he has been raising money for the American Legion through sale of fireworks and has never had any insurance claims filed with the Post or with the fireworks company. He felt the banning of fireworks would cause the illegal business to increase ... that the safety departments just could not handle it. Jim Spain, 2532 Doolittle Avenue, Arcadia, felt that it would be a shame if the City Council would take such action as to impair or negate the many youth activities made possible by the funds received from the sale of fireworks by the American Legion. He felt the safe and sane fireworks are not the problem and the illegal fireworks may mushroom if they are banned the best thing would be to ban sparklers .. he asked that action not be taken which would restrict activities for the youth. Burton Ryan, 504 N. Third Street, Alhambra, 18th District Commander of the San Gabriel Valley, spoke to the banning and the need for fund rais- ing projects by the Legions ... and that the Legion will be represented this year by a float in the Rose Bowl on. New Year's Day. Bill Sinoskis, 1855 Oakview Lane, as a member of the American Legion that he definitely is opposed to illegal fireworks .. and noted his experience while working in one of the stands this year --- and felt the safe and sane fireworks should not be banned .. and the youth should be supervised by their parents. William Vanderbur, 239 E. Haven Avenue, Commander of the local American Legion Post 247, noted their cooperation by discontinuing the display this year .. and hoped to put on a show at half time at the homecoming game at the Arcadia High School if this is continued. But in order to maintain their budget they must make somewhere in excess of $20,000 a year ... and he just does not know how they will do that. I Ed Newman, Past Commander of the Legion and Chairman of the Fireworks Program expressed surprise that the City is thinking about discontinuing the sale and use of fireworks --- that they have done an outstanding job over the years (noting the 13 rooms donated to the Methodist Hospital) - that it would place a large burden on the Post - He asked for favorable consideration on the part of the City Council. Police Chief Mitchell responded to questions - in part - that the depart- ment cannot adequately. control the situation as it is ... and recited inci- dents. Also that he advocates banning the use of handguns by citizens ... this issue brought up by Councilman Haltom who felt there is a parallel between h~ndguns and illeaal fireworks. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Pellegrino, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimous- ly. -3- 10-6-81 25:0373 Councilman Pellegrino stated in part that he appreciated the written re- ports which set forth the facts in connection with fireworks -- that cer- tainly one injury is not worth the use of any fireworks - that indeed he realizes enforcement is a problem ... no fireworks would mean any fire- works would be illegal - and that would make it easier to enforce, however, the heritage of the country has been for years the celebration of this holiday -- that he is led to favor safe and sane fireworks or at least placing the issue on the ballot and let the voters decide. Councilman Haltom said in part that when safe and sane fireworks are banned there will be illegal fireworks to contend with and recited some incidents of which he is aware ... he noted how his neighborhood handles the use of fireworks on the 4th of July - with supervision - he felt it is part of Americana and he is against banning the use - and definitely riot for the financial reason. , Councilman Sae1id then presented his views - in part - that he is appre- .1 ciative of the uses to which the Legion has put the profit made from the sale i of fireworks each year .. that brings up the question as to whether the City should put up with the sale which brings in about $20,000 to sus- tain the Post and its activities .." and-yet as was brought out tonight one fire caused $35,000 damage .. that it has been pictured that if you are against fireworks you are somehow against patriotism ... that is not the case ... he noted how people stay home to keep their homes watered down- just because there are illegal fireworks ... this is so difficult to control by the police ... that in his opinion the time has come if Council is going to uphold its responsibilities they must take a positive stand .. that the only way to satisfactorily enforce the law is to make all fireworks illegal.. that he feels certain the Post could come up with a different way to raise the $20,000 ... many organizations do without resorting to the use of fireworks. Councilman Dring said in part that there are many sides to this issue ... that he is not convinced with the economic questions the Post has raised .. that he feels it can raise money -- even more -- if they held a carnival for instance; that the real source of the problem seems to be illegal fire- works .. that he does not see where banning safe and sane fireworks is go- ing to have any impact on illegal fireworks. Tradition is important .. he would vote against banning as the matter now stands but would support plac- ing it on the ballot for the voters to decide. Mayor Gi1b recited the problems of control during the 4th of July celebra- tions -- that he was pleased that the fireworks display did not take place this year --- that it meant the release of many police officers .. that if an endeavor is being made to stop illegal fireworks then all should be stop- ped .. that there must be other ways the Post could raise money for their needs and projects .. that if one house or one injured child is saved it is worth it. He would support the banning of fireworks .. that Arcadia owes it to the other communities, like Pasadena, Monrovia and the others who have taken this step. He also noted the geographies of Arcadia - adjacent to the foothills and the brush. He would go along with the recommendations of the Fire and Police Department for banning. Councilman Sae1id then MOVED to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the I appropriate ordinance banning the use of all fireworks within the City. Mayor Gi1b seconded the motion which did not carryon the following roll call vote: . AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Sae1id, Gi1b Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino None Councilman Dring then MOVED to instruct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary resolution to place the matter on the ballot for the general municipal election in April 1982. Motion seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried on roll call vote as follows: -4- 10-6-81 HEARING PROPOSED HOTEL PLAN ,If / (l z,. 1\ 1./ \.-, I Pi (VUP HEARING Variance (Bank) APPROVED I I ~ ")uBl>11 HEARING Tract No. 23139 Tentative Map A:PROV,ED, \ \, r; ,1~i~'\\?'q:..t..... '''~'''''', .\...~" .;.'.c 25:0374 AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb None None Review of the precise plan for a hotel facility at the northeast corner of Huntington Drive and Second Avenue (211-223 E. Huntington Drive). It is located in the Commercial Planned Development-l with a High Rise Over- lay zone. The hotel would contain approximately 151,000 sq. ft., seven stories with 187 guest rooms, 7500 sq. ft. of meeting/banquet room, lounge and restaurant, small gift shop, a 7500 sq. ft. open atrium and an indoor pool.. 272 parking spaces and access to the site would be from two drive- ways on Second Avenue and one driveway on Huntington Drive. Photographs were circulated of other facilities similar to what is proposed '" they reflected the architectural style of the structure. In response to questions staff advised that the parking is adequate even though it might not be for the few times during the year when large banquets are held. As to fire protection it was noted that in 1974 the City adopted a very stringent ordinance for buildings over 55 ft. in height which the subject hotel will be. Discussion held on the driveway onto Hunt- ington Drive '" it was the consensus that it should be restricted to a right turn only or closed. Mayor Gilb declared the hearing open and Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, expressed concern about the noise from the railroad and it was submitted that this is up to the developer if he wants to have the rooms occupied. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously. Councilman Saelid then MOVED to APPROVE the Precise Plan Review subject to conditions set forth in Resolution No. 1180 and that if traffic condi- tions develop following completion of the hotel which, in the opinion of the City Engineer, constitute a hazard due to left turn movements from the hotel onto Huntington Drive, such egress from the driveway on Hunting- ton Drive be restricted to right turn only or if necessary it be closed. Motion seconded by Councilman Dring and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb None None On behalf of the Southland National Bank a request was received for a Building Code variance in order to permit the use of a temporary modular structure at 800 S. Santa Anita Avenue to be used until a permanent bank building could be constructed on the same site - in approximately 24 months. The Planning, Building, Fire and Public Works have no objections. Mayor Gilb ~eclared the hearing open and Jim Van Tuyle, architect~respond- ed to questlons stating it is their intention to proceed with the construc- tion of the permanent structure. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried. It was further MOVED by Councilman Dring,. second- ed by Councilman Pellegrino and carried on roll call vote as follows that the variance be APPROVED. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb None None Proposed commercial condominium at 250 W. Colorado Boulevard. This is vacant land and zoned CoO. Surrounding land use and zoning --- to the north a planned unit development, zoned R-l; to the south race track parking; to the east Santa Anita Church and to the west additional race track parking. -5- 10-6-81 HEARING Tennis Court regulations CONTI NUED TO OCTOBER 21 J HEARING Housing Element CONTI N UED TO NOVEMBER 3 .' ~ /. , Y \. 25:0375 Mayor Gilb declared the hearing open and the developer, Dennis Neal, 9060 Huntington Drive, San Gabriel, responded to questions and exhibited a draw- ing of the project. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Coun- cilman Pellegrino, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried. It was then MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried on roll call vote as follows that Council approve and file the Negative Declaration and find that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment; that the tract is consistent with the General Plan; that the waste discharge would not result in a violation of the existing requirements set forth in the Water Code and that the Director of Public Works be AUTHORIZED to approve the subdivision agreement - and that the project be APPROVED, subject to conditions. AYES NOES ABSTAIN: ABSENT : Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Gilb None Councilman Saelid due to a potential conflict. None I Planning Commission Res. 1172 recommendinq a Text Amendment establishinq tennis and paddle tennis court construction and operation standards for residential zones. This was brought about by the growing concerns ex- pressed by residents concerning the construction of tennis courts adjacent to their properties. The proposed text amendment would regulate the hours of use, type and intensity of lighting, height and type of windscreens, setback from property lines and other requirements to minimize any detri- mental effect of the location, design and use of such courts on the occu- pants of adjoining properties and neighborhoods. Mayor Gilb declared the hearing open and Jim Allison, 1035 Woodacre Lane was advised that the new restrictions would not be retroactive - unless new lighting were to be installed -- this would be subject to the new regu- lations. Steve Frohling, 753 Singingwood Drive, asked about the timing for the use of tennis courts and mentioned the many times the courts are used for funrl raising events, square dancing and the like. He asked for more realistic timing. It was the consensus of the City Council that the timing regula- tion be from 6 a.m. and on Sunday through Thursday the cut off be 11 p.m. and on Friday and Saturdays the cut off be set at 12 p.m. However there were other concerns expressed - i. e., the setbacks for greater and densely populated areas as noise protection from adjacent properties would be different than those for the larger parcels and it was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried that the matter be CONTINUED to October 21 (Wednesday). Planning Commission Res. No. 1176 recommending approval of the revised Housing Element for the City's General Plan. Staff noted that on January 1, 1981 AB 2853 became effective requiring cities to adopt such an element, consistent with the specific requirements of the Bill, by October 1, 1981. The goals, policies and programs are subject to change resultant from the input of the public, State and the City Council. I One of the concerns of Council was that the regional agency, the Southern California Association of Governments, develop allocation of housing needs for households of all income levels so that local housing elements could likewise address the needs across the range of household incomes. Council questioned the impact SCAG's estimates would have on the funding the City would receive and how the funds would be spent ... is the City submitting a plan that it cannot meet. It was submitted that most of the Cities are objecting but endeavoring to comply inasmuch as it is a State requirement. Mayor Gilb declared the hearing open and Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, was advised that staff used figures from the 1910 census and when the element is revised the 1980 census will be used. She was interest- ed in rents during the past years. -6- 10-6-81 ROLL CALL I CONCEPT PLANS (DATSUN) APPROVED r\~~ 1/~ PROJECT AREA COMMITTEE , II ., ~1 ({ v fl" ANNUAL REPORT I r /'.1 :1 HEARINGS SCHEDULED I 25:0376 The need for clarification, additional data and some alternates was indi- cated and the matter was CONTINUED TO NOVEMBER 3 at which time the report from the City Attorney will be available and a report from the Planning Director on points raised by Council. Council recessed in order to act as the ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PRESENT: Members Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb ABSENT: None The Agency received concept plans from Robert Low, owner of the Arcadia Datsun agency at 333 E. Huntington Drive. Mr. Low proposes to erect an eight story office/auto dealership development on the site with various square footage designations for dealership, a bank, deli, restaurant and commercial office space. It is consistent with the goals, standards and requirements set forth in the redevelopment plan. It was MOVED by Member Dring, seconded by Member Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Concept Plans be APPROVED. AYES NOES ABSENT: Members Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb None None Staff advised that at the latest Project Area Committee meeting the current rules and regulations relating to the make-up of the 10 member Committee and the procedure for filling vacancies were reviewed. During this consid- eration Member Saelid was advised on the reasons for recommending a change in the composition of the committee of ten members. The committee felt that changing the representation would help alleviate the problem of acquir- ing the required number of residential owner-occupants due to the fact that many of the owners do not live on the property as they once did. Member Saelid felt that perhaps by reducing the number of members to eight and not add more residential tenants there would still be those who have a commit- ment to the community in terms of their investment and who are not being over-weighed by tenants who come from the area. Bill Connolly, Chairman of the Committee, responded to questions during this consideration. It was then MOVED by Member Dring, seconded by Member Pellegrino and carried on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation be APPROVED, and that they be incorporated into the official rules and regulations. AYES NOES ABSENT: Members Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Gilb Member Saelid None As required by the State's Health and Safety Code staff prepared for the Agency's review the annual report to the State regarding the activi- ties of the Agency during 1980-81. The. Audit Report was al so submitted. Staff wi11 provide the Agency with information requested. Member Dring MOVED to receive and file the reports. Motion seconded by Member Pelle- grino and carried. The Agency adjourned to a CLOSED SESSION following the regular meeting this date. Council reconvened and considered the following CONSENT ITEMS October 21,1981 - Planning Commission recommendation on the change of zone M-l to CoM for 219, 223 and 233 North First Avenue and 48, 52 and 58 E. St. Joseph Street. -7- 10-6-81 October 21 and November 17 YeONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (Bank) 0, ~u(1) TRA"cT NO. 40780 Time Ext. f TRACT NO. , 41430 Final ~ 1,., r\" f I :~ORK ACCEPTANCE (Jenkins) WORK ACCEPTANCE (Crown Fence) CONTRACT AWARD (Wheel Chair Ramp s ) C I~: I, ,. t. \J I , WAIVER OF FEES (FIESTA) r . ,EQUI PMENT " PURCHASE (FIRE) BANNERS (Tempo ra ry ) AARON BROS. 2 APPROVED ~ I , ~ r,1' ,'.' 1-\' 25: 0377 October 21,1981 - Planning Commission recommendation for a Text Amendment relatin9 to property maintenance re9ulations and the addition to the zoning regulations requiring the parking of vehicles in residential zones to be on paved surfaces. November 17, 1981 - Appeal to the decision of the Planning Commission deny- ing modification for the installation of a solar system at 919 Paloma Drive. APPROVED Planning Commission Res. No. 1179 granting a CUP for the operation of a bank with a drive up window at 800 S. Santa Anita Avenue. APPROVED the request for a six months time extension for the tentative map of Tract No. 40180 - 13 lot subdivision at 616-634 W. Camino Real and 623- 633 W. Norman Avenue. This to expire April 21, 1982. I APPROVED final map of Tract No. 41430 for a 7 unit residential condominium at 329-331 E.Duarte Road, subject to the condition that 6efore the final map is recorded all outstanding conditions of approval must be complied with. ACCEPTED the work performed by Ted R. Jenkins Company, Inc., in the annual street maintenance project - slurry seal Job No. 506 and AUTHORIZED final payment pursuant to the terms of the contract. ACCEPTED the work performed by the Crown Fence & Supply Company in the installation of permanent screening for handball courts at Newcastle Park Job No. 519 and AUTHORIZED final payment pursuant to the terms of the con- tract. AWARDED the contract for the construction of wheelchair ramps at various locations (Job No. 512) to B-1 Enterprise Corporation in the amount of $11,101; all informalities or irre9ularities in the bids or biddinq process were waived and the Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute the contract in form approved by the City Attorney. $13,000 from Capital Improvement Project funds and $1,601 from deposited Senate Bill 821 Funds to be appropriated to cover the cost of construction including design, in- spection and contingencies. REDUCED the fee per amusement ride to $5 in connection with the Fiesta to be held at Holy Angels Church on October 2, 3, 4, 1981. APPROVED the purChase of two portable monitor defibrillators for the Fire Department from Physio Control Company in the amount of $12,296 (with- out recorder). Funds in the Federal Revenue Sharing Account for 1981-82. ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY COUNCILMAN HALTOM, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN PELLEGRINO AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS: AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb None None I Request of the American Decorating Company, Inc. for permission to install grand opening banners and flags for the new Aaron Brothers Art Center at 9956 Las Tunas Drive (southwest corner of Las Tunas and Baldwin). They asked for 3 signs for the month of October. Flags are not permitted by Code. It was MOVED by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried on roll call vote as follows that two banners be permitted for this new business - one on the east wall and one on the north wall. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino Councilmen Saelid, Gilb None -8- 10-6-81 I I MODIFICATION APPROVED (Chicago Pk.) P" r'~' 0 . '" ..I I", - '. . COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH COUNTY RE HOUSING CONTINUED TO NOVEMBER 3 \ : CLAIM DENIED (Farley) SAELID ./ CLOSED SESSION / ADJOURNMENT OCTOBER 21 / 25:0378 Staff advised that Breton Construction, Inc., is proposing an industrial development at 11650 Goldring Road which will require Council considera- tion on a request for approval of 12,850 sq. ft. instead of the required 15,000 sq. ft. The Code requires 15,000 sq. ft., unless there is a hard- ship by reason of surrounding development ,location or configuration. This has been clearly demonstrated. It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows that the modification be APPROVED. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring~ Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb None None Council received a Cooperative Agreement for City participation in the Urban County Housing and Community Development Block Grant Program for 1982-83, 1983-84 and 1984-85. The three year qualification process is based on statutory changes in the program enacted in 1980. Once the Agreement is executed the City will remain part of the Urban County for three years. The City's annual share of the Grant will be $319,607. This may be reduced due to Federal budget reductions. Discussion ensued on the contents of the Agreement in which it appears. to be clear that the County would have the final authority for selecting projects and filing annual Grant requests .... the City would have no right of veto. Due to the many ramificatons and concerns of Council the City Attorney will check to ascertain the City's position. This will be back before Council November 3. On recommendation of the City's Claims Adjuster and the City Attorney the claim of Dean Patrick Farley was DENIED on MOTION by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb None None In response to Councilman Saelid's question if it would be possible to put left turn signals in at the corner of Santa Anita and Huntington Drive, staff advised that is part of the Cooperative Agreement entered into with the State. A contract has been awarded by the State but the contractor is hesitant to begin due to the Oak Tree Racing season. It will start immediately on its closing. At 11 :20 p.m. the City Council entered a CLOSED SESSION, reconvened and adjourned at 11 :50 p.m. in memory of President Anwar Sadat of Egypt who was assassinated October 6 while reviewing a parade of Egyptian military might. (On unanimous vote to Motion by Mayor Gilb, seconded by Council- manSaelid). Meeting adjourned to WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 21, 1981. ~Ir~ Mayor ATTEST: ~~2~~~ Ci ty C erk c -9- 10-6-81