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CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
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INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTE
APPROVAL
READING OF
TEXTS OF
ORDINANCES
AND RESO-
LUTIONS
WAIVED
J PRESENTATION
(Kuyper)
J PRESENTATION
(Schrader)
1. HEARING
REQUEST
FOR
I BUILDING
CODE
VARIANCE
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MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETI NG
APRIL 5, 1983
The City Council of the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia Redevelopment
Agency met in a regular session Tuesday, April 5, 1983 at 7:30 p.m.
in the City Hall Council Chambers.
Louise Gelber, First Church of Christ, Scientist
Robert E. Kladifco
PRESENT: Councilmen/Members Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
ABSENT: None
Following clarification of an item concerning Olympic Games pins in the
March 15 minutes, it was MOVED by Councilman Lojeski, seconded by
Councilman Dring and carried that the minutes of the special meeting of
March 10, the adjourned and regular meetings of March 15 be APPROVED.
It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom and
carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full
of ordinances and resolutions be WAIVED.
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AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino-
None
None
On behalf of the City Council, Councilman Lojeski presented.William Kuyper
with a plaque in appreciation of his efforts and accomplishments during
his almost 18 years of service to the City as a Planning Commissioner.
On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Pellegrino presented to Mrs. Helen
Schrader a plaque in recognition of her 20th anniversary with the
Foothill Inter-City Newspapers, Inc., and congratulated her on her
reporting expertise.
Request of Carolyn: Pappas on behalf of Tom Pappas, Inc., requesting a
waiver of Building Code requirements for specified fire retardant roof-
ing and stucco walls, etc., for a wood frame, single-family dwelling at
665 Naomi Ave., in order to utilize it for a temporary engineering
office to be occupied by Mr. Pappas and his employees. The dwelling
will be converted into six offices and a lunch room, with eight parking
spaces proposed. The subject property is zoned C-O & D. It was noted
in the staff report that the design overlay (Ordinance 1655) requires
that vehicular access to the properties shall be from one-way ingress
drives off of Naomi Avenue, and it was recommended that due to the limited
number of cars being parked on the site, that this requirement be waived.
It was also noted that occupancy shall not be permitted until all of the
conditions have been complied with and written approval to occupy the
building has been received from the Building Division. A covenant shall
be executed ensuring that the use of the building for commercial purposes
shall be discontinued in 12 months from the date of said approval. This
shall be executed in form and content approved by the City Attorney.
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MOTION
AND
AMENDMENT
2. PUBLIC
HEARING
WITHDRAWN
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Mayor Pellegrino declared the hearing open and the applicant, Mrs.
Carolyn Pappas, 67 W. Longden Ave., said in part that due to the tem-
porary nature of ,the project, they could get along with 5 parking spaces
instead of the 8 ... they would occupy the offices for only a year. Dis-
cussion was held on the staff recommendation that the requirement for a
fire retardant roof be waived.
Charles Chivetta, 106 E. Longden Ave., was advised that the subject
property is a separate parcel which is next to the proposed senior
citizen housing project which property was purchased from Mr. and Mrs.
Pappas. He noted another agenda item where an applicant is being denied
the use of his residence as an office, whereas this application is being
recommended for approval. He felt everyone should have the same rights
and privileges regardless of whether or not they have sold property to
the City. It was explained that the other agenda item is different in
that the residence is in a commercial zone and is currently zoned resi-
dentia1.
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In response to a question by Mr. Chivetta concerning possible conflict
of interest on the part of the City Council, inasmuch as they purchased
adjacent property fr,om the app1 icant in this instance, the City Attorney
responded: "If Council requests me so to do, I will prepare a
formal written opinion; however, I will state at least fnformally,
that there appear to be no disqualifying legal conflicts of interest in
this type of situation, partly for some of the reasons Councilman Haltom
alluded to, and also because the conflict of interest law does not touch
upon this particular situation. If there were a conflict of interest -
legal disqualifying conflict of interest - the Council would still be
allowed to participate and vote based on the various rules that are
designed by the Fair Political Practices Commission and under the
Ca1 ifornia Government Code, to allow cities to act in cases' where that
would be applicable if ,there were one in this case, At least a majority
of the quorum of the CounciT would be able to participate and there would
be a procedure set up to determine which Council Members could. So
either way, the Council has a right to certainly vote on a matter that
is up before them upon which they have to make a decision as the govern-
ing body of ,the Ci ty."
No one else desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried.
Councilman Haltom expressed concern about waiving the requirement for
fire retardant roofing material and noted that the construction of the
senior citizen housing project will be under way while the subject resi-
dence is being occupied and a fire hazard might be encountered.
Councilman Hannah MOVED to approve the variance subject to all conditions
set forth in the staff report dated April 5, 1983. MOTION seconded by
Councilman Lojeski.
Further consideration of the roofing was held and with the consent of
Councilman Hannah, maker of the primary MOTION, and his second, Council-
man Lojeski, an additional condition was approved for inclusion - that
a fire retardant roof (Class A or B) be required. Roll call vote was
then taken on the MOTION and its amendment.
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AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
Council received advice that the applicant has withdrawn his appeal from
a decision of the Planning Commission concerning a conditional use per-
mit for outdoor storage of equipment at 121 and 127 La Porte Street,
granted by Resolution No. 1221. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman
,Dring, seconded by Councilman Hannah and carried on roll call vote
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3. PUBLIC
HEARING
Swimming
Pool
Fence and
Gate
APPROVED
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4a. PERSONNEL
BOARD
Class
Specifi -'
cations
APPROVED
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as follows that Planning Commission Resolution No. 1221 is no longer in
force or effect, and the applicant be so informed.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
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Request of Mr. and Mrs. M. W. Harper for a variance from Arcadia
Municipal Code Section 3420.2 as provided by Section 3427. This section
defines the regulations for fences and gates around swimming pools. The
Harpers are proposing a remote controlled electric access driveway off
Foothill Boulevard and a bolted-in section of removable fence for the
Dexter Avenue service access driveway at 1005 West Foothill Boulevard.
It was noted in the staff report that the Planning and Building Depart-
ments have reviewed the request and are of ,the opinion that the proposed
variance would provide for adequate public safety. In response to
Councilman Haltom's concern that if, in the event of a fire and the fire-
men could not gain entry, would the City be liable because it has permit-
ted this, the City Attorney said in part the Council's action is per-
missible and the Code allows for a variance; that he had reviewed the
staff report with liability in mind and determined that they made appro-
priate findings and there would be no safety hazard. He could not say
the City won't ever be sued in these situations because nowadays cities
are being sued for a number of things, but this is a situation where
consideration has been given to those points and the City would not incur
any liability. He added, however, that any time the City is involved in a
swimming pool situation, it's a liability-prone matter, and suggested the
fencing requirements be reviewed with that in mind and report to Council.
Mayor Pellegrino declared the hearing open, and no one desiring to be
heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Dring, seconded
by Councilman Haltom and carried; it was further MOVED by Councilman
Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried on roll call vote as
follows that the variance be approved as adequately securing the swim-
ming pool area, subject to the condition that the automatic driveway
gate and removable section of fence have no openings' greater than 4
inches when in the closed position, as provided by Arcadia Municipal
Code Section 3420.1 ~.. all other provisions of the Code shall apply.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
The Personnel Board on March 17, 1983 recommended reV1Slons of the
specifications for 7 positions in the Finance Department relating to
duties, abilities and knowledge, as follows:
Cashier-Account Clerk
Account Clerk
Senior Account Clerk
, Printing
Printing Services Supervisor
Business License Officer
Purchasing Officer
Services Assistant
Council reviewed the revisions with the Personnel Officer and it was
MOVED by Councilman Lojeski, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the revised classification specifica-
tions be APPROVED.
AYES
NOES :
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
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4b. OLYMPIC
COMMISSION
REPORT
5a. ROLL CALL
5b. MINUTES
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Craig Lucas, 853 Balboa Drive, Chairman of the Arcadia Olympic Commission,
reported at length on the proposed Charter. The Charter determined AOC
would conduct meetings on the fourth Wednesday of each month; act in an
advisory capacity to the City Council in all matters pertaining to the
1984 Olympics; would keep the Council and community informed of all
Olympic activities, particularly the equestrian events at Santa Anita
Park; would provide and train ambassadors to represent the City in
activities relating to the equestrian events; would establish a Press
and Public Relations Center to keep the community informed and encouraged
to participate in the equestrian events.
The Charter would also require the Treasurer of the Commission to serve
as Chief Financial Officer of the Commission and to account for and
coordinate all of its financial activities; would develop a system of
assistance in housing and transportation for participants and visitors I
of the equestrian events; would cooperate with Santa Anita Park in com-
munication and mutual assistance; would develop a manpower pool for
visitor assistance during the equestrian events; would provide appro-
priate equipment and supplies upon request to support all AOC activities
and would provide a master plan and schedule for all AOC activities.
Mr, Lucas submitted in part that the Commission is working both diligently
and harmoniously together... the Games will be offi,cially opened on
Saturday, July 28, 1984, concluding on Sunday, August 12, 1984. There
will be nine days of equestrian events, all but one of which will occur
at Santa Anita Park. Referring to the wording of the proposed Charter,
the City Attorney suggested that it wouldn't hurt to put in some inclusive
language reiterating the advisory nature and that all matters shall be sub-
ject to approval of the City Council, and he would be glad to provide same.
Following further consideration, it was noted that the City Attorney will
clarify in the Charter that the commitment of funds by the AOC shall only
be with the approval of the City Council... that the Commission cannot
commit the City to any expenditure.
Councilman Hannah said in part that it was his understanding that City
funds will not be used by the Commission, and Councilman Dring MOVED that
the Charter be amended and approved to indicate that no City funds shall
be used without prior approval of the City Council. Motion seconded by
Councilman Hannah. Discussion ensued on the need for some basic operat-
ing funds for stationery and supplies. Whereupon it was MOVED by Council-
man Haltom, seconded by Councilman Lojeski and carried on roll call vote
as follows that the portion of the primary motion relating to City funds
be deleted from the motion and that there be included the provision that
a fund of $200 be appropriated and expended at the discretion of the AOC
and that the accounting be presented to the Finance Director.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Haltom, Lojeski, Pellegrino
Councilmen Dring, Hannah
None
Council recessed in order to act as the
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ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT: Members Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
ABSENT: None
On MOTION by Member Lojeski, seconded by Member Dring and carried, the
minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of March 10, 1983 and the
adjourned and regular meetings of March 15, 1983 were APPROVED.
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5c. ~~NCEPT
PLANS
Colorado/
Colorado
APPROVED
I. CONCEPT
PLANS
300 N.
Santa An ita
APPROVED
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The Agency received concept plans for a private project at 226 West
Colorado Boulevard which will consist of 1,144 sq. ft., single-story
building to use as a religious book store. It is to be located at an
interior location on the subject site and will not be visible from
either Colorado Place or Colorado Boulevard. Staff advised that it is
consistent with the goals, standards and other 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 APPROVEO as present2d.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Members Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
This proposed project for 300 North Santa Anita Avenue includes the
demolition of two existing metal sheds and replacing them with a 1,000
sq. ft, storage building, The architecture would consist of textured
wood siding with a heavy shake roof to match the existing building which
is to remain along with an 8 ft. high block wall on the north, south and
east sides of the property... there is currently no on-site parking
provided, A modification will be required to provide six new spaces in
lieu of the required nine. It will also require a modification in order
to delete the commercial landscaping requirements for the parking area.
Because there is no curb and gutter along the property's St. Joseph
Street frontage, the applicant shall be required to install the appro-
priate curb and gutter.
It was MOVED by Member Lojeski, seconded by Member Haltom and carried on
roll call vote as follows that the concept plans as presented be APPROVED,
with a condition that the applicant be required to go through the modifi-
cation process to install a standard curb and gutter along the 140 feet of
St. Joseph Street frontage.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Members Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
5e. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned to a CLOSED SESSION following the close of the City
Council regular meeting this date.
Council reconvened.
6.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Herb Fletcher, 175 West Lemon Avenue, asked that Council investigate
what proportion of the 1% property tax the County collects from Arcadia
~.1.'J.-~axpayers is returned to Arcadia, and whether all cities share equally
/11' v 1n the 1%., He felt that possibly Arcadia is receiving less than it
~I should. W,th reference to an article in the press, he wondered if
~ I Arcadians are paying a higher rate for trash collection than a neighbor-
ing city served by the same disposal company whose costs, he feels, may
be less than Arcadia. He felt this merits looking into.
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Bruce Low, 1120 San Carlos Road, read a prepared statement concerning
his property at 333-421 East Huntington Drive. In summary, reference
was made to Planning Commission's Resolution No. 1229 recommending the
removal of the existing high rise overlay zone on his 9-acre Datsun
property. The high rise zoning which was placed on the Conditional Use
Permit, expired early in 1983 and Council has scheduled a public hearing
on this for April 19. He said he wanted to bring his remarks to Council
at this time prior to the forthcoming hearing. Early this year Council
decided in favor of commercial development in the project area rather
than garden-type offices. He mentioned various areas in which his
property has been included in the discussions for development without
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his knowledge. He asked Council to cease and desist negotiating the sale
and/or lease of his property without his knowledge or authorization. He
said further in part that they have suspended further investment until he
the City decides on a true course. (FULL STATEMENT ON FILE IN OFFICE OF
THE CITY CLERK.)
Charles Chivetta, 106 East Longden, referring to the first public hear-
ing on the agenda relating to a request for a variance at 665 Naomi
Avenue, about which he spoke at that time, stated in part that he saw no
difference between that request (which was approved pursuant to conditions
at that time) and the request to operate an office out of a single-family
residence at 180 West Huntington Drive (which was denied by the Planning
Commission.) He felt both requests should be given the same consideration.
Councilman Dring explained that the Planning Commission denied the latter
because it felt that rather than a variance, the zoning should be changed
to commercial, being in a commercial zone, and that this determination I
will, in all probability, be appealed by Council and set for a publ ic hear-
ing. Mr. Chivetta was also advised that the agenda item on telecommunica-
tions'relates to a new telephone system in City Hall.
CONSENT ITEMS
HEARINGS
SCHEDULED
7a. APRIL 19 .0 Planning Commission Resolution No. 1229 removing existing "H" (high rise)
zone on property at 333-421 East Huntington Drive.
7b. APRIL 19/J Appeal from Planning Commission Resolution No. 1228 denying a request to
allow a change in use from takeout food establishment to an eating estab-
lishment at 1002 South Baldwin Avenue.
7e. APRIL 191, Council appealed Planning Commission Resolution No. 1225 granting a
Conditional Use Permit to allow operation of a bakery with 12 tables and
12 chairs at 11 East Foothill Boulevard.
7f. MAY 3 / J Council appealed Planning Commission Resolution No. 1226 granting a request
to convert an automobile service station into an automobile self-service
station at 5 West Foothill Boulevard.
7g. MAY 3
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7c.A~RE
YOUTH
LEAGUE
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PURCHASE
Senior
Citi zen
Housing
7i~US
SHELTER
PROPOSALS
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7j. CONSULTANT
RETAINED
Telephone
System,
Council appealed Planning Commission Resolution No. 1227 denying permission
to operate an off.ice use within an R-l zone at 180 West Huntington Drive.
~ RATIFIED Planning Commission
on mobile theatrical sets in
West Las Tunas Drive.
Resolution No. 1223 concerning outside work
a C-M zone by the Kare Youth group at 136
RATIFIED Planning Commission Resolution No., 1224 granting a Conditional
Use Permit to construct a building/bookstore at the Santa Anita Church,
226 West Colorado Boulevard.
AUTHORIZED appropriation of $760,000 out of Capital Outlay Fund for pro-
perty acquisition of the senior citizens' housing project at 645-663
Naomi Avenue. Staff advised that the escrow will close on April 23....
This amount will, cover all costs, including closing escrow fees, etc.
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AUTHORIZED the mailing of the Requests
and maintenance of. transit shelters to
with responses due on May 2 at 5 p.m.
May 18 City Council meeting.
for Proposals for the installation
vendors. To be mailed April 6
Report back to Council at the
AWARDED contract to COM Consultants for telecommunications consulting
services at a firm fixed fee not to exceed $8,250 and AUTHORIZED Mayor
and City Clerk to execute the contract in form approved by the City
Attorney.
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EQUIPMENT
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17k. TRACT NO.
23139 j
Time
Extension
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8a. DIAL-A-
RIDE
SEDANS
Purchase
APPROVED
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9a. ORDINANCE I
NO. 1768
ADOPTED
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NO. 1769
INTRODUCED
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APPROVED the purchase of a cooling
bid of $13,116.09. Funds for this
required are in the Capital Outlay
cost $14,616.
ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY COUNCILMAN
DRING, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN LOJESKI AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS
FOLLOWS:
tower from F. M. Thomas in the low
and any additional material and labor
Fund for 1982-83. Total project
AYES
NOES :
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Lojeski and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the request for a six-month
time extension on Tract Map 23139 for a proposed commercial condominium
at 250 West Colorado Boulevard be APPROVED.
AYES
NOES
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT :
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Mayor Pellegrino
None
Staff noted in the report aated March 31 that as a result of the heavy
usage placed on the,six retired police sedans currently in use by
Dial-A-Ride, they should be replaced with new ones which can offer
improved fuel eff,ic i ency, reduced ma i ntenance cos ts and increased pas-
senger comfort. Cost would be approximately $15,200 per vehicle or a
total of $76,000. This would cover five new sedan-type vehicles during
this fiscal year with perhaps the purchase of three new vans next year.
It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom and
carried on roll call vote as follows that staff be AUTHORIZED to prepare
and issue a request for bids for the five new sedans. Report to Council
on June 7. "
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
During the above consideration it was noted that in addition to the actual
need for the vehicles at this time, the Los Angeles County Transportation
Commission requires all municipal operators receiving Proposition A Fare
Reduction Funds to dedicate a portion of their Proposition A Local Return
Funding to their transit operation. The City's current commitment is
$83,000 - hence the new sedans will meet a ,larg2 portion of that require-
ment.
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1768, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING A NEGATIVE DECLARATION
AND APPROVING A ZONE CHANGE FROM R-l (SECOND ONE-FAMILY) TO R-3 (MULTIPLE-
FAMILY) AT 12~1 GOLDEN WEST AVENUE."
It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Lojeski and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1768 be ADOPTED.
AYES
NOES :
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of
Ordinance No. 1769, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING SECTION
7531.1 TO AUTHORIZE THE SETTING AND AMENDMENT OF WATER RATES BY RESOLU-
TION. "
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WATER RATE-
SETTING
RESOLUTION
TO BE
PREPARED
9C/. ORDINANCE
NO . 1 770
WITHDRAWN
9d ./RESOLUTION
NO. 5089
ADOPTED
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APPROVED
(Grabowski)
STAFF
REPORTS
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CABLE TV
GROUP W
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It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Lojeski
and carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1769 be
ADOPTED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
On MOTION by Councilman Lojeski, seconded by Councilman Dring and
carried the City Attorney was directed to prepare a rate-setting
resolution for Council consideration at the next regular meeting.
WITHDRAWN FROM AGENDA.
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The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 5089, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA CONGRATULATING THE LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF
ARCADIA ON THE OCCASION OF ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY."
, It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Lojeski and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5089 be
ADOPTED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
Councilman Haltom
None
On recommendation of the City Attorney the claim of Alicia Grabowski
in the amount of $614.85 was APPROVED for payment on MOTION by
Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried on roll
call vote as follows:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS
(Not on agenda)
It was the consensus of a majority of the Council that instead of staff
reading the entire contents of reports of which Council has received
copies, that they be summarized and Council ask any questions it may
have. Mayor Pellegrino preferred reading the staff reports in full for
the benefit of those in the audience. It was noted that copies of the
Council packet are always available for public perusal in the office of I
the City Clerk and the Library.
Discussion held on the continued complaints about Group W cable television
service. Staff will again direct a communication to Group W headquarters
regarding this. Also, in response to a previous request of Councilman
Lojeski, staff will obtain and prepare a report on the individuals in
charge of the Group W operation.
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INSURANCE
ADMISSION
I TAX
Olympic
Games -
1984
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~'~ISTORICAL
COMMISSION
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12. ADJOURNED
TO APRIL
19, 7 p.m.
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Council entered a CLOSED SESSION, reconvened and took action as follows:
It was MOVED by Councilman Hannah, seconded by Councilman Dring and car-
ried on roll call vote as follows that the City transfer from City funds
to the Medical Self-insurance Fund $98,879 plus 'costs for future bill ings
up to the $250,000 policy limit, to, cover medical expenses for one employee
because the excess insurance policy was cancelled June 30, 1981 and was not
renewed.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
None
None
In response to a request by Councilman Lojeski, the City Attorney reported
on his findings as to whether or not the admission tax could be applicable
to the Olympic Game events which will be held at Santa Anita Race Track in
1984 - it appears that it could; however, there are questions to be
resolved and worked out in terms of administering it and the like. This
will be discussed with Santa Anita.
It was the consensus that a communication go forward over the Mayor's
signature to the Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee, setting forth
the City's estimated costs for various services in which the City feels it
would be involved, and ask for a formal response from said Committee.
Following further considerations, it was MOVED by Councilman Dring,
seconded by Councilman Haltom'and carried on roll call vote as follows
that staff be directed to estimate City costs in relation to Olympic
activities to be conducted in Arcadia and to determine the amount that
could be raised by applying the current admissions tax to the potential
attendance figures for the Olympics, and report back to the City Council
in order for the Council to determine possible' amendments to the admissions
tax ord i nance. '
AYES Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski, Pellegrino
NOES : None
ABSENT: None
Councilman Hannah explained the request of the Historical Commission relat-
ing to a permanent "home" for memorabilia which has been donated and is
currently being stored here and there. The Commission has proposed that the
City look into the possibility of obtaining approximately 2t acres of
County territory adjoining the County Arboretum and housing the restored
Lucky Baldwin Depot. It was felt that a building could be constructed of
approximately 1,600 sq. ft. The Commission would raise the funds.
Discussion ensued on the many ramifications connected with this - main-
tenance, etc. Councilmen Dring and Haltom felt the entire project might
end up costing the City money, and the possibility of the Commission rais-
ing sufficient funds is an unknown factor.
Councilman Hannah suggested that a communication be directed to County
Supervisor Schabarum to ascertain whether or not the County would be amen-
able to entering into an agreement for lease of the property to the City
for, say $1 per year. It was the consensus of a majority of the Council
that this be directed over the signature of the Mayor. Councilmen Dring
and Haltom were not in support of this.
Staff advised of the interests being lodged concerning property at the
southwest corner of Huntington Drive and Fifth Avenue.
At Councilman Lojeski's suggestion, staff will study future development
possibilities for the Civic Center site.
Council adjourned at 10:10 p.m. to 7 p.m. April 19, 1983 in the Conference'
Room to conduct the business of the Council and Agency and any Closed
Session, if any, necessary to discuss personnel, litigation matters, and
evaluation of properties. -
ATTEST:
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