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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 2a: Minutes of October 2 & 16, 2012.54:0113 CITY COUNCIL /SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2012 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Harbicht called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. PRESENT: Council Member Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Harbicht ABSENT: Council Member Amundson A motion was made by Council Member Wuo, seconded by Council Member Segal to excuse Council Member Amundson from this meeting. PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minutes per person) — No one appeared. STUDY SESSION a. Report, discussion and direction concerning a potential specific plan application for a medical office building on Santa Anita Racetrack property — 285 West Huntington Drive. Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director, presented the staff report. Dick Hale from The Hale Builders & Developers, presented conceptual drawings of a new medical office building; and provided an overview of the proposed project. The City Council directed staff to proceed through the required Specific Plan process for a medical office building on Santa Anita Racetrack property at 285 West Huntington Drive. The Study Session ended at 6:28 p.m. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Mayor Harbicht called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION - Reverend Stephen Wilson, Church of the Good Shepherd PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Tom Tait, Public Works Services Director ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL /REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEMBERS: PRESENT: Council Member Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Harbicht ABSENT: Council Member Amundson A motion was made by Council Member Kovacic, seconded by Council Member Wuo to excuse Council Member Amundson from this meeting. 10 -02 -12 1 54:0114 REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY ON CLOSED SESSION /STUDY SESSION ITEMS City Attorney Deitsch reported that the City Council met in a Study Session to hear a report from staff concerning a potential specific plan application for a medical office building on Santa Anita Race Track property located at 285 West Huntington Drive; and that staff was directed to proceed through the required Specific Plan process, work with the developer and bring back the proposed project for Planning Commission and City Council review and possible approval. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS City Manager Lazzaretto announced there was no supplemental agenda information. MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE THE READING IN FULL A motion was made by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Wuo to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only and waive the reading in full. PRESENTATION a. Proclaiming the week of October 7 -13 as Fire Prevention Week. 1. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Adopt Resolution No. 6847 adding Waterless Car Washing /Auto Detailing Chair Massages, Vehicle Displays, Lead Generation and Dance Studios to the list of permitted uses for the Westfield Santa Anita Mall at 400 S. Baldwin Avenue. Recommended Action: Adopt Lisa Flores, Senior Planner, presented the staff report Mayor Harbicht opened the public hearing. Larry Green, representing Westfield, LLC, appeared and expressed his appreciation to the staff for their hard work; he noted there was a lot of discussion with staff on how to implement and add the uses to the list of permitted uses for Westfield Santa Anita Mall; and he thanked the City Council for considering their proposal. Scott Hettrick, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce appeared and spoke in support of the proposed resolution; he stated that proposed permitted uses are minor changes that will bring a positive upside to the Chamber and the Community, and benefit the vibrancy of the mall. A motion to close the public hearing was made by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Wuo, and seeing no further objection, Mayor Harbicht declared the public hearing closed. Council Member Kovacic requested parking space restrictions be added to the Waterless Car Washing /Auto Detailing section of the proposed Resolution. At the request of the City Council, City Attorney Deitsch suggested adding language to Section 2 of the proposed resolution to read "each such operation shall not occupy more than six (6) parking spaces and shall be in a covered parking area ". 10 -02 -12 2 54:0115 It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Kovacic, and carried on roll call vote to approve the environmental determination; and adopt Resolution No. 6847 adding Waterless Car Washing /Auto Detailing, Chair Massages, Vehicle Displays, Lead Generation, and Dance Studios to the list of permitted uses for the Westfield Santa Anita Mall at 400 S. Baldwin Avenue, as amended by the City Attorney. AYES: Council Member Segal, Kovacic, Wuo and Harbicht NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Amundson b. Consideration of a Special Use Permit to allow the "626 Night Market" an Asian - themed food and retail night market within the infield area at Santa Anita Park at 285 W. Huntington Drive on October 20 -21 2012 and December 15 -16 2012 Recommended Action: Approve Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director, and Lisa Flores, Senior Planner, Community Development Administrator, presented the staff report. In response to a question raised by Council Member Kovacic, City Manager Lazzaretto confirmed that the DJ music will be in a small area during the event; that it is not intended to provide music throughout the entire event and it is not a concert level sound system. Mayor Harbicht opened the public hearing. Jonny Hwang, the organizer of the event, presented an overview of the "626 Night Market "; he reported that night -time markets are common in many Asian countries and communities; that it provides Asian businesses an opportunity to showcase their products; that alcoholic beverages will not be served; he commented on monitoring the noise levels and operating hours; and noted that he is working with the Police and Fire Departments in order to minimize traffic and safety issues during the event. Stephen Reed, an Arcadia resident appeared and spoke in opposition of the proposed Special Use Permit; he stated that he did not want to reiterate the statements he made earlier in an e -mail to the City Council (attached to the staff report); he expressed his appreciation to staff for volunteering to monitor the sound levels; and urged the City Council to enforce previously adopted City laws. Vince Foley, an Arcadia resident and neighbor of the race track appeared and spoke in favor of the "626 Night Market "; he urged the City Council to approve the requested dates, and to modify the conditions if the event has an adverse impact on the Community. Scott Hettrick, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce appeared and spoke in favor of the "626 Night Market" and the Special Use Permit request; he stated that this event is another example of the City and Chamber partnering on the ongoing marketing campaign for "Shop Arcadia "; he noted that the event will attract Arcadians who attended the Night Market in Pasadena and Arcadia's young adults. A motion to close the public hearing was made by Council Member Kovacic, seconded by Council Member Segal, and seeing no further objection, Mayor Harbicht declared the public hearing closed. 10 -02 -12 3 � 1 . In response to Council Member Kovacic's request to add language regarding noise readings, Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director Kruckeberg suggested that a sentence be added to No. 10 of the Conditions of Approval to read "noise readings will be conducted during the event to ensure the sound levels are within the Municipal Code levels;" and indicated that City staff will monitor the late night readings during the event. City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that the City would absorb the cost of the sound metering and not pass the cost to the applicant because the baseline data would be used for determining appropriate sound levels at other special events at the facility. City Attorney Deitsch recommended amending Condition of Approval No. 11 to read "Noncompliance by the applicant with Arcadia Municipal Code or the provisions and Conditions of Approval for SUP 12 -19 shall be grounds for immediate suspension or revocation of any approvals, which could result in the closing and /or cancellation of the events." It was moved by Council Member Wuo, seconded by Council Member Kovacic, and carried on roll call vote to approve Special Use Permit No. SUP 12 -19 to allow the "626 Night Market ", an Asian - themed food and retail night market within the infield area at Santa Anita Park at 285 W. Huntington Drive on October 20 -21, 2012, and December 15 -16, 2012; as amended by Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director Kruckeberg (Condition of Approval No. 10) and City Attorney Deitsch (Condition of Approval No. 11). AYES: Council Member Wuo, Kovacic, Segal and Harbicht NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Amundson C. Adopt Resolution No. 6846 authorizing the Arcadia Police Department to use funds allocated from the Citizens' Option for Public Safety- Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund (COPS- SLESF) for the purchase of front line police services Recommended Action: Adopt Captain Larry Goodman, of the Arcadia Police Department, presented the staff report. Mayor Harbicht opened the public hearing. No one appeared. A motion to close the public hearing was made by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Wuo, and seeing no further objection, Mayor Harbicht declared the public hearing closed. It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Wuo, and carried on roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 6846 authorizing the Arcadia Police Department to use funds allocated from the Citizens' Option for Public Safety - Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund (COPS - SLESF) for the purchase of front line police services. AYES: Council Member Segal, Wuo, Kovacic, and Harbicht NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Amundson 10 -02 -12 4 54:0117 John Letts, owner of I- Tennis Company, 405 South Santa Anita Avenue, Los Angeles County Park, appeared and provided information on his tennis concession program at the County Park and discussed a fundraising campaign which will be held in December to raise money to update the park's tennis facility. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense [AB 1234]). City Clerk Glasco thanked everyone who attended the unveiling ceremony of the City's 9th Historical Marker dedicated by the Arcadia Historical Society, at the entrance to the Los Angeles County Arboretum; he provided a brief history of the markers being placed around the City; and urged everyone to visit the Historical Markers. Council Member Kovacic announced the Arcadia High School football Homecoming game on October 5; the Methodist Hospital Crystal Ball on October 13, and the opening of Performing Arts Center where Paul Anka will be performing on October 27; and noted that the tickets are available for purchase on the Arcadia Unified School District's website at www.ausd.net and encouraged everyone to attend and support this event. Council Member Wuo announced that he attended the Arcadia Travelers Club 30th Anniversary Celebration along with City Manager Lazzaretto; he thanked the Travelers Club for their successful travel programs for seniors; he reported that he attended the Moon Festival on September 30 and the opening day at Santa Anita Race Track on September 28; and that he and Mrs. Kovacic presented a certificate to retired jockey, Eddie Delahoussaye; he announced a National Holiday for the People's Republic of China on October 1 and the Taiwan Republic of China on October 10; he urged everyone to attend the Methodist Hospital Crystal Ball; and he thanked Council Members Segal and Kovacic for their fundraising efforts. Mayor Pro Tern Segal congratulated the Chamber of Commerce on a successful Taste of Arcadia event; he noted that Council Member Wuo is the co -chair of the Methodist Hospital Crystal Ball which will benefit the stroke program, and encouraged everyone to attend; he announced the Arcadia Thrift and Welfare 80th anniversary celebration on October 4, and the opening of the Performing Arts Center on October 27; he noted that the School District has done an incredible job building the Performing Arts Center; and announced that some of the Arcadia High School students will be performing with Mr. Anka. Mayor Harbicht announced that residents who were affected by the 2011 windstorm may be eligible for State tax relief and suggested they visit the City's website for information on how the program works and how to apply; he commented on a letter received from a resident complaining about the Santa Anita Oaks Homeowners Association, and Architectural Review Board, and felt that the Architectural Review Board is taking advantage of the power given to them by the City. Mayor Pro Tern Segal advised that a Study Session is in the process of being scheduled regarding the responsibilities and duties of Homeowner Associations and Architectural Review Boards in the City. City Manager Lazzaretto confirmed that a Study Session will be scheduled before the end of the year. 10 -02 -12 5 +EA 1 2. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Approve the Regular_Meetinq Minutes of September 4, 2012, and September 18 2012. Recommended Action: Approve b. Adopt Ordinance No. 2302 amending Section 4610.3 of Part 1 Chapter 6 of Article IV of the Arcadia Municipal Code regarding an exemption from the noise limits. Recommended Action: Adopt C. Adopt Resolution No. 6850 for employee contribution to optional benefits. Recommended Action: Adopt d. Authorize and direct the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with HF &H Consultants, LLC for the financial audit of commercial trash service providers in the amount of $33,000. Recommended Action: Approve e. Authorize and direct the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with IDModelinq for the 2013 update of the City's Hydraulic Model in the amount of $96,075. Recommended Action: Approve f. Authorize and direct the City Manager to execute a contract with Target Mailing Company for mailing services, in an amount not to exceed $88,000 for the period of November 2012, through June 2013, with the option of three (3) one -year extensions in an amount not to exceed $132,000 annually. Recommended Action: Approve g. Award a one year purchase order contract extension to Ernie's Auto Parts for the purchase of automobile repair parts for City vehicles in the amount of $31,877. Recommended Action: Approve h. Award a one year purchase order contract extension to HD Supply Waterworks for the purchase of water pipeline fittings, brass valves and other related accessories for the City's water distribution system in the amount of $113,252. Recommended Action: Approve i. Approve revised classification specifications for Police Cadet (Part -Time) and Police Lieutenant and a new classification specification and salary level for Records /Legal Technician (Full -Time Position). Recommended Action: Approve It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Kovacic, and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 2.a through 2.i. AYES: Council Member Segal, Kovacic, Wuo and Harbicht NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Amundson ABSTAIN: Council Member Wuo (Consent Calendar 2.a (September 18, 2012 Regular meetings minutes) and 2.b. 10 -02 -12 54:0119 a. Adopt Resolution No. 6851 changing the name of the Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum to the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage. Recommended Action: Adopt Mary Beth Hayes, Director of Library & Museum Services, presented the staff report. It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Kovacic, and carried on roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 6851 changing the name of the Ruth and Charles Gilb Arcadia Historical Museum to the Gilb Museum of Arcadia Heritage; and approve a supplemental appropriation of $3,400 to remove and replace the current outdoor signage with new signage. AYES: Council Member Segal, Kovacic, Wuo and Harbicht NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Amundson CITY COUNCIL /SUCCESSOR AGENCY a. Audit of Redevelopment Low and Moderate Income Housing Funds per AB 1484 Recommended Action: Receive and File Jerry Schwartz, Economic Development Manager, presented the staff report. City Manager Lazaretto reported that the County of Los Angeles has not officially taken the assets of the former Redevelopment Agency, and have not taken action to formally act as the Successor Agency for the Housing Authority; however, Arcadia has done all necessary steps to transfer the assets. It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Kovacic, and carried on roll call vote to receive and file the report regarding audit of Redevelopment Low and Moderate Income Housing Funds per AB 1484 and take no action. AYES: Council Member Segal, Kovacic, Wuo, and Harbicht NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Amundson ADJOURNMENT The Mayor adjourned this meeting in memory of Ryan Hoherd at 8:50 p.m. to October 16, 2012, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber Conference Room located at 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia. in Gene Glasco, City Clerk Lisa Mussenden Chief Deputy City Clerk /Records Manager 10 -02 -12 54:0120 CITY COUNCIL /SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2012 Pursuant to the adjournment of the October 2, 2012 Regular Meeting of the City Council /Successor Agency to the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency, the City Clerk appeared at the time and place of adjournment at 6:00 p.m. and announced that no quorum was present until 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Harbicht called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m PRESENT: Council Member Amundson, Kovacic, Segal, Wuo and Harbicht ABSENT: None INVOCATION — Reverend Rodolfo Reyes, Arcadia Police Department Chaplain PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Mary Beth Hayes, Director of Library and Museum Services SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS City Manager Lazzaretto announced there was no supplemental agenda information. MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE THE READING IN FULL A motion was made by Council Member Amundson, seconded by Council Member Segal to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only and waive the reading in full. 1. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Consideration of Special Use Permit No. SUP 12 -18 for the California Philharmonic to perform five (5) concerts at the northwest portion of the infield of Santa Anita Park at 285 West Huntington Drive in the summer of 2013. Recommended Action: Approve Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director, and Lisa Flores, Senior Planner, presented the staff report. Mayor Harbicht opened the public hearing. No one appeared. A motion to close the public hearing was made by Council Member Amundson, seconded by Council Member Kovacic, and seeing no further objection, Mayor Harbicht declared the public hearing closed. Mayor Harbicht reported that he, City Manager Lazzaretto, and Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director Kruckeberg met with California Philharmonic and Pasadena Symphony and Pops representatives to express the City's concern regarding the conflicting dates for the 2013 summer series; he indicated the dates have already been publicized and cannot be changed; that California Philharmonic agreed to change the dates next year and INSDOM 54:0121 inform the City and Pasadena POPS of the new dates in advance; he stated that both organizations agreed to make every effort to publicize the best route for attendees to get to their event on the nights there are conflicts. It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Amundson, and carried on roll call vote to approve Special Use Permit No. SUP 12 -18 for the California Philharmonic to perform five (5) concerts at the northwest portion of the infield of Santa Anita Park at 285 West Huntington Drive in the summer of 2013; subject to the Conditions of Approval listed in the staff report, and add an indemnification clause. AYES: Council Member Segal, Amundson, Kovacic, Wuo and Harbicht NOES: None ABSENT: None b. Consideration of Special Use Permit No. SUP 12 -20 to allow Circus Vargas in the southwest parking lot of Santa Anita Park at 285 West Huntington Drive. Recommended Action: Approve Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director, and Lisa Flores, Senior Planner, presented the staff report. Mayor Harbicht opened the public hearing. No one appeared. A motion to close the public hearing was made by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Wuo, and seeing no further objection, Mayor Harbicht declared the public hearing closed. It was moved by Council Member Amundson, seconded by Council Member Segal and carried on roll call vote to approve Special Use Permit No. SUP 12 -20 to allow Circus Vargas in the southwest parking lot of Santa Anita Park at 285 West Huntington Drive, subject to the Conditions of Approval listed in the staff report; and add an insurance indemnification. AYES: Council Member Amundson, Segal, Kovacic, Wuo and Harbicht NOES: None ABSENT: None Introduce Ordinance No. 2303 amending various Sections of Article III (Public Safety), Chapter 2 (Traffic Regulations) of the Arcadia Municipal Code regarding Mobile Food Vending in the Public Right- of -WaV. Recommended Action: Introduce City Manager Lazzaretto reported that the City has evaluated its ordinance on mobile food vending and prior to bringing forward a proposed ordinance to permit mobile food vendors to operate in the public right -of -way, the City was served with a Complaint for Declaratory Relief filed on behalf of the Southern California Mobile Food Vendors Association alleging that the City's prohibition is contrary to State Law. Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director, presented the staff report and noted that upon discussion with the City Attorney and opposing counsel, staff felt that Condition C of Section 3234.2 is unnecessary and is already part of the law which is regulated by the Los Angeles County Department of Health; and recommended that Condition C be deleted. 10 -16 -12 2 54:0122 Mayor Harbicht opened the public hearing. Scott Hettrick, Executive Director of the Chamber of Commerce, appeared and discussed concerns expressed by some of the members of the Chamber of Commerce in hope that City staff will mitigate some of the concerns and potential issues; he commented on the downside of allowing food trucks to park in the public right -of -way, including traffic issues, littering and creating a nuisance to the local businesses A motion to close the public hearing was made by Council Member Kovacic, seconded by Council Member Segal, and seeing no further objection, Mayor Harbicht declared the public hearing closed. It was moved by Council Member Kovacic, seconded by Council Member Segal, and carried on roll call vote to introduce Ordinance No. 2303 amending various Sections of Article III (Public Safety), Chapter 2 (Traffic Regulations) of the Arcadia Municipal Code regarding Mobile Food Vending in the Public Right -of -Way; that Condition C of Section 3234.2 be deleted; and that Condition be amended to include "A vending vehicle may not stand or park in the public right -of -way between the hours of 12:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. in commercial and industrial zones, and between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. in residential zones." AYES: Council Member Kovacic, Segal, Amundson, Wuo and Harbicht NOES: None ABSENT: None Jennifer Jackson, PTA President of Hugo Reid Elementary School, appeared and reported on various programs and activities currently happening at Hugo Reid; she provided information on upgrades to the school as a result of Measure I; and announced that on Saturday, October 20, a group of 4th and 5th grade students will perform at the opening of the Performing Arts Center at Arcadia High School. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense [AB 1234]). City Clerk Glasco, announced the "Duffy Hudson as Edgar Allan Poe, 50 Minutes Show ", sponsored by the Friends of Public Library on October 17; Senior Day Camp at Wilderness Park on October 18; and Haunted Halloween Happening at the Community Center on October 31; he invited everyone to attend. Council Member Amundson, noted how appreciative he was to be on native soil and what we have as a Country after returning from a trip overseas; and he encouraged everyone to register to vote and vote in the upcoming Presidential Election on November 6. Mayor Pro Tern Segal congratulated Council Member Wuo on co- chairing the Methodist Hospital Crystal Ball; and reported that more than $500,000 was raised. Council Member Kovacic expressed his appreciation to Hugo Reid PTA President, Ms. Jackson for her report; he commended Council Member Wuo and Mayor Pro Tern Segal for a job well done as co -chair and auctioneer at the Methodist Hospital Crystal Ball; he reminded everyone of the Breeders' Cup on November 2 and 3; and encouraged everyone to attend; he reiterated Ms. 10 -16 -12 3 54:0123 Jackson's comment and invited everyone to attend the Arcadia High School Student Showcase on October 18, the Hugo Reid Student Showcase on October 20, the ribbon cutting on October 18, and the Grand Opening Gala Concert on October 27; and provided information to purchase tickets. Council Member Wuo thanked the community and Mayor Pro Tern Segal for their generous donations at the Crystal Ball; he commented on Methodist Hospital's brand new Emergency Center, North Tower, and new Stroke Center; and he encouraged everyone to attend the "626 Night Market" at the Santa Anita Park. Mayor Harbicht announced that he also attended the Methodist Hospital Crystal Ball; and also congratulated Council Member Wuo and Mayor Pro Tern Segal on a successful event. a. Accept the donation of $2,000 to the Arcadia Public Library for the Jackie Faust - Moreno Trust Fund. Recommended Action: Accept b. Accept the donation of $5,000 to the Arcadia Public Library from the Hakka Foundation. Recommended Action: Accept Accept all work performed by E &R Construction, Inc. for the Water Valve Replacement Project; and authorize the final payment to be made in accordance with the contract documents, subiect to a retention of $3,029.69. Recommended Action: Approve d. Award a purchase order contract to Waxie Sanitary Supply for the purchase of Big Belly Solar Trash and Recycling Units in an amount not to exceed $37,663.76. Recommended Action: Approve e. Authorize and direct the City Manager to execute a contract with the Original Mowbray's Tree Service, Inc. for the removal and replacement of Stone Pine Trees in the amount of $76,270. Recommended Action: Approve It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Kovacic, and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 2.a through 2.e. AYES: Council Member Segal, NOES: None ABSENT: None Kovacic, Amundson, Wuo and Harbicht 3. CITY MANAGER ITEMS a. Report, discussion and direction concerning Gold Line Transit Plaza Preferred Design Concept. Recommended Action: Approve 10 -16 -12 4 54:0124 Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director, Philip Wray, Deputy Director of Development Services /City Engineer and Linda Hui, Transportation Services Manager, presented the staff report, and a Powerpoint presentation of the Transit Plaza preliminary design drawings featuring landscape plans, trees, vendor area, water feature and benches. It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Amundson, and carried on roll call vote to approve the preliminary design of the Gold Line Transit Plaza at a project cost of $747,000, authorize an additional funding appropriation of $138,000, and authorize the City Manager to enter into a project funding agreement with the Gold Line Foothill Extension Construction Authority for the approved project design and amount. AYES: Council Member Segal, Amundson and Wuo NOES: Council Member Kovacic and Harbicht ABSENT: None .1 • The Mayor adjourned this meeting at 8:31 p.m. to November 6, 2012, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber Conference Room located at 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia. Gene Glasco, City Clerk 0 Lisa Mussenden Chief Deputy City Clerk /Records Manager 10 -16 -12 5