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INVOCAT!ON
PLEDGE OF
ALLtGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MI NUTE
APPROV~I
READING OF
TEXTS
WAIVED
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEET!NG
MAY 17, 1983
The City Council of the City of Arcadia and the Arcadia Redevelopment
Agency met in a regular session Tuesday, May 17, 1983 at 7:30 p. m.
in the City Hall Council Chambers.
Dr. James Hagelganz, Arcadia Presbyterian Church
David Sawyer
PRESENT:
ABSENT :
Councilmen/Members Haltom, Hannah, I?ojeski ino
Councilmen/Members Dring, Pellegrino
On MOTION by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Mayor Lojeski and carried
Councilmen Dring and Pellegrino were excused. .
(NOTE: Councilman Dring arrived during the following presentations.)
On MOTION by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman Lojeski and
carried unanimously the minutes of the adjourned and regular meetings
of May 3, 1983 were APPROVED. Councilman Hannah abstained as he was
absent from said meeetings.
It was MOVED by Councilman Hannah, seconded by Councilman Haltom and
carried unanimously that the reading of the full texts of ordinances
and resolutions be WAIVED.
PRESENTA T!ONS
BY THE
ARCADIA BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION
James Green, Chairman of the Arcadia Beautiful Commission, introduced
members of the Commission and explained in part the purpose of the
Commission: it consists of eleven members appointed by the City
Council to encourage residential and commercial property owners in
the City to take an active part in the improvement and beautifica-
tion of their properties. The various efforts and accomplishments
of the Commission during the past several years were explored in
deta il.
Milton Inbody, Award Chairman, then introduced the following awardees
who were presented with symbolic awards by Mayor lojeski:
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Mr. and Mrs. Constantino Miguel
1329 San Carlos Rd.
"Arcadia Beautiful Com'n Award"
Victor Zonver
340 Arbolada Dr.
"Azalea Award"
Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Mahaffey
2120 Louise Ave.
"Santa Anita Award"
Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter Day Saints
1 50 W. Dua rte Rd.
"Arcadia Award"
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Mr. and Mrs. Charles Stein
35 Onta re Rd.
"Hugo Reid Award"
Lincoln Savings & Loan Association
200 E. Duarte Rd.
"Newcastle Award"
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Mildred O'Donnell
316 W. Wistaria Ave.
"Huntington Award"
Mr. and Mrs. James Crum
2301 S. Greenfield Ave.
"Lucky Bal dwin Award"
Mr. and Mrs. Garry Myrdahl
1331 S. Santa Anita Ave.
"Anita Bal dwin Award"
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Strom
34 Sycamore Ave.
"Peacock Award"
D. Wayne Lucas
1205 Rodeo Rd.
"Queen Ann Award"
Arcadia Gardens Retirement Hotel
720 W. Camino Real Ave.
"Mayor's Awa rd"
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A special award was presented to Mrs. Elsie Hetherington who hand-
decorated each certificate indicating the specific award.
The meeting then ADJOURNED to the Conference Room for a reception for
the awardees and the Commission.
The City Council reconvened at 7:30 p. m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
ABSENT: Councilman Pellegrino
On MOTION by Councilman Hannah, seconded by Mayor Lojeski and carried
Councilman Pellegrino was excused.
1. HEARING A petition was presented to Council signed by 24 of 37 properties, a
Street Lights 65% positive response, requesting installation of street lights on
LeRoy Avenue LeRoy Avenue between Lovell and Holly Avenues. Staff proposed to
APPROVED ,'(install eight 4,000 lumen high pressure sodium vapor lamps on existing
r,\ 'power poles. The annual cost for the eight lamps would be $691.20 at
) \ \', . \ current rates, 50% of which would be paid by the property owners, and
~ '. - 50% at City expense.
Mayor Lojeski declared the hearing OPEN and no one desiring to be heard
the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Hannah, seconded by
Councilman Haltom and carried. It was further MOVED by Councilman
Hannah, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried on roll call vote as
follows that staff be AUTHORIZED to install the street lighting improve-
ments in accordance with the report dated May 17 and that the improved
areas be included in the annexation proceedings to be reported on by
the City Engineer in the Fall of 1983.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
2. HEARING The Arcadia Tournament of Roses Subcommittee of the Arcadia Chamber of
Bingo Games Commerce applied for a permit to conduct bingo games June 26, 1983 at
AP~ROV.1E,D,\, \ 1311 Rodeo Road, Arcadia, for fund raising, to encourage participation
,. and construction of Arcadia's float entry in the Tournament of Roses
Fire Code requirements would not be violated. The City Attorney
/, advised that the Arcadia Municipal Code, Section 4216.3.2, on Council
.1\ I action, allows for certain waivers of the Code for a limited event.
\f. \ Mayor Lojeski declared the hearing OPEN and Dr. Lewis H. V. May,
269 W. Wistaria, explained the purpose and asked for Council
approval. No one else desiring to be heard, the hearing was
CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Hannah
and carried. It was further MoVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by
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Councilman Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows that the
applicable Code requirements be waived and that the permit be issued
as requested.
AYES
NOES :
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
In order to consider this item the provisions of the Procedural
Ordinance were waived on MOTION by Councilman Dring, seconded by
Councilman Hannah and carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
Paul Herr, 515 E. Wistaria Avenue, spoke once again in opposition
_~ to a prison being constructed on a site under consideration by the
\ \County Board of Supervisors. Mr. Herr submitted another petition
{,,'-signed by residents of Arcadia and surrounding cities.... He felt
d this is a graphic attempt to make certain the site in question is
not chosen by the Board of Supervi sors and asked Council to do every-
thing in its power to see that this is directed to the Board.
Ed Penick, General Counsel of the Unitek Corporation, located directly
across the street from the subject site - corner of Longden Avenue and
Peck Road, spoke in opposition to the possibility of having a prison
located on this property. He said they are concerned about the welfare
of their employees, most of whom live in Monrovia and Arcadia, and
asked Council to do whatever it deems necessary and appropriate to
oppose the site. .
Mayor Lojeski said in part that first of all the City Counci 1 is unani-
mously opposed to the proposed prison site and has so indicated to the
Board of Supervisors ... that he had met with Supervisor Schabarum's
Deputies and was informed that the five sites recommended by the Prison
Site Selection Committee will be presented and considered by the Board.
The Board will then submit sites to the State.... Mayor LOjeski stated
further in part that he has been informed that Mr. Schabarum is not
satisfied with the location but to date it is the best site which could
be identified within his district.,. further, that it is unlikely that
the site will be chosen due to many problems... its proximity to
schools, churches, and residences, and due to the terrain of the land-
fill, the cost of construction would be prohibitive. However, he sug-
gested that residents should continue to direct communications in
opposition along with stated reasons to George Denton, Director of
California Department of Corrections, 630 Chase Street, Sacramento,
California 95814.
In order to take the following item out of agenda sequence it was
MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Hannah and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the provisions of the Procedural
Ordinance be wa i.ved:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
Council received the report and recommendation for the purchase of
word processing equipment. It was noted that eleven responses were
received to the bid call and had been reviewed by the representative
of Coopers and Lybrand and staff. It is recommended that the Syntrex
Stand Alone System be purchased.
Extensive discussion ensued with Iro Epstein of Coopers and Lybrand
who stated in part that if in the future the City Should choose to
upgrade the equipment, it would be possibJe to'do this to a shared
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3. HEARING
RV Dumping
Sta tions
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1772
ADOPTED
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CDBG
Program
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logic system. Mr. Epstein responded to questions propounded by .
Council and explained in detail the operation of the system. Dellvery
would be approximately four weeks from the receipt of the purchase
order.
It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Hannah and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the Syntrex Stand Alone
System be purchased from Syntrex in the total amount of $71,567.12;
that said sum be appropriated from the Capital Outlay Fund'for sald
purchase.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
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At its regular meeting May 3, 1983, Council was read the title of
Ordinance No. 1772 (as follows) and set a hearing for May 17. Staff
felt that an addition to the Uniform Plumbing Code is necessary to
prevent nuisance-like conditions inconsistent with the welfare and
quiet enjoyment of the neighborhood where recreationa,l vehicle (RV)
sewage disposal is concerned on commercial property and in resi-
dentially zoned areas. The ordinance set forth that the RV sewage
disposal stations installed on commercially zoned properties shall
conform to the requirements of the Los Angeles County Health Depart-
ment and the City - those installed on residentially zoned property
shall conform to all conditions set forth in said ordinance.
Mayor Lojeski declared the hearing OPEN and no one desiring to be
heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Dring, seconded
by Councilman Hannah and carried unanimously. It was further MOVED
by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Hannah and carried that
the Negative Declaration be approved and filed and find that the
project will not have a significant effect on the environment.
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1772, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADDING SECTION 8230.9 TO
ARTICLE VIII OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS
PERTAINING TO RECREAT!ON VEHICLE DUMPING STATIONS."
It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Hannah and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1772 be
ADOPTED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
On April 29, 1983 the County of Los Angeles advised staff that the
City would receive approximately $124,470 in Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) funds under the Emergency Employment and Recession 1
Relief Bill - the "Jobs Bill". Staff recommended that 'the funds be
utilized for thi construction and reconstruction of curbs, gutters,
driveway aprons and sidewalks, as well as AC overlay in the area
bounded by Colorado Blvd. on the north, Duarte Rd. on the south, Fifth
Ave. on the east, and Santa Anita Ave. on the west. This census tract
area, a low income area, qualifies for this program. Staff submitted
for review and consideration the Statement of Community Development
Objectives and the Cost Summary and Project Summary. Mayor Lojeski
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 Statement of Com-
mu~_~~~ DE~velopment Objectives and the Cost Summaryand Project.Suil1~.ry
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Isa. ROLL CALL
5b. MINUTE
APPROVAL
5c. HEARING
55-65 E.
Huntington
Ha lferty
Withdrew
(Bids to be
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PROCEDURAL
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1981-82
SUPPLEMENT
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be APPROVED and that the City Manager be AUTHORIZED to execute the
Memorandums of Understanding.
AYES
NOES :
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
Council recessed in order to act as the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT:
ABSENT :
Members Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
Member Pellegrino
On MOTION by Member Haltom, seconded by Chairman Lojeski and carried
unanimously the minutes of the adjourned and regular meetings of May 3,
1983 were APPROVED. Members Dring and Hannah abstainerl from vntin9 as
they were absent on said date.
On MOTION by Member Hannah, seconded by Chairman Lojeski Member
Pellegrino was excused.
On AprilS, 1983 the Agency gave an exclusive right to negotiate to
Halferty Development Company until April 28, 1983 for the First and
Huntington site. This matter was to have been discussed at the May 3
meeting but was continued to this date. On April 28 Mr. Halferty
requested an extension of the negotiating period for 30 days, and
asked for a reduction in the purchase price. However, the Agency
received a subsequent communication dated May 17 from Mr. Halferty
withdrawing negotiations with the Agency for the subject property.
Following discussion, it was MOVED by Member Dring, seconded by Member
Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows that the bidding pro-
cess be reopened for a period of ninety (90) days with no minimum bid.
AYES
NOES :
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT :
Members Dring, Haltom Lojeski
None
Member Hannah (who did not participate in these proceedings)
Member Pellegrino
In order to hear from a representative of the American Savings and
Loan Company the provisions of the Procedural Ordinance were WAIVED
on MOTION by Member Dring, seconded by Chairman Lojeski and carried.
Member Hannah was excused from the Chamber.as he could not partici-
pate in the discussion anyway.
Tom Suttner, attorney at 15 N. First Ave., representing the American
Savings and Loan Company, stated in part that they have been interested
in the subject location since 1978, at which time an offer and deposit
were made; however, due to 1 itigation it was not possible to pursue the
purchase. He asked the Agency to consider a period of.60 days for them
to have an MAl appraisal and then have the opportunity to discuss it
with the Agency. However, he was advised that the Agency will be
accepting proposals for 90 days and staff would be glad to provide him
with any brochures or information which is available.
The State of California Department of Housing and Community Development
requested additional information to be included in the Agency's 1981-82
Annual State Report. This additional information pertains to number of
households displaced during fiscal year covered by the Annual Report
and"estimated number of households to be displaced during present
fiscal year broken down by elderly and racial groups and by income.
This report is in accordance with Health and Safety Code Section 33080
et seq., and is to be made a part of the original Arcadia Redevelopment
Agency's 1981-82 Annual State Report.
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CONTINUED
JUNf '7
Sf. APPRA I SAL
5th and
Huntlngton
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It was MOVED by Member Dring, seconded by Member Haltom and carried on
roll call vote as follows that said information be made part of the
original Arcadia Redevelopment Agency's 1981-82 Annual State Report,
(Exhibit "B") and transmitted to the State Department of Housing and
Community Development.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Members Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Member Pellegrino
This item was continued to June 7 to allow time for staff to research
the compatability of current State Law and Arcadia's Project Area
Committee's Rules and Regulations.
Staff advised that there is one privately owned landlocked parcel
remaining to be acquired on the Fifth and Huntington site. The
Agency is actively seeking development proposals for the site; how-
ever, sale of the site and its development could be delayed especla1ly
if negotiations on this.one parcel are difflcult. Staff recommended
that a lot book report be obtained identifying the legal owner and
appraisal s at a total of $1,540. Member Dring was advised that noth-
ing was done about the subject site during his absence. Member
Haltom said in part that he could see little sense in getting an
appraisal and purchasing the property when it is obvious the Agency
is having a problem in disposing of any property even at lower prices,
Investing in additional property would be irresponsible in his
view and he would not vote for it. THIS ITEM DROPPED FOR LACK OF A
MOTION.
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The Agency ADJOURNED to a Closed Session at close of this meeting,
after which it will ADJOURN to 5:30 p.m. May 31, 1983.
Council reconvened.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Ray Brockus, 1309 Standish, was advised that Council has not had an
opportunity to review a proposed ordinance Mr. Brockus submitted at
the last meeting.
Larry Lewis, 318 E. Forest, referred to the cost of $50 per sign which
the City is proposing for Neighborhood Watch Signs, noting that some
other cities are not charging. Staff advised in detail how the price
was determined,... Following extensive consideration it was MOVED by
Councilman Haltom, seconded by Mayor Lojeski and carried on roll call
vote as follows that if 51% of the area residents attend the initial
meeting on a'neighborhood watch program by the Police Department and
51% sign a petition requesting the signs. that the signs be provided
free of charge.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
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Larry Lewis, 318 E. Forest, referred to the proposed improvement of
Eisenhower Park which would include handball courts. 'He said in part
that the residents had not been notified; however, he knew of one
small sign posted quite high which he felt was insufficient.
Walter Baum, 214 E. Forest, supported Mr. Lewis' contention about the
notices. He also felt handball courts would endanger small children
in the playground area. Staff noted that an item for approval of
plans and specifications and authorization to advertise for bids is
before Council at this meeting. The State Department of Recreation
would have to approve the project because it is to be funded with
State funds.
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In order for complete notification it was decided to hold a P4blic
hearing before Council, to repost the area and to publish a formal
notice. Whereupon it was. MOVED by Councilman Haltom, seconded by
Mayor Lojeski and carried on roll call vote that a public hearing be
scheduled for June 21 ~nd that all avenues of notice be followed.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
Art Lujan, 1626 Beverly Blvd., Coordinator of the Los Angeles County
Building Trades Union Organizing Committee, referred to the construc-
tion taking place for the Granada Royale Hotel at Second Avenue and
Huntington Drive, within the City's redevelopment area, and spoke in
opposition to the builder's use of subcontractors whose workers are
not union members. He spoke at length and in part submitted that
they are voicing their displeasure with the deteriorating condition
on the project as well as to serve notice on the Agency that they
will be scrutinizing this project as well as others within the County
to insure that the working men and women of the County are protected.
Herb Fletcher, 175 W. Lemon Ave., commented on the success of the
Neighborhood Watch Program and felt Council should look at the pro-
gram seriously before erecting 2,400 signs throughout the City. Mr,
Fletcher once again referred to the possibility that the City is not
receiving its fair share of the property tax and suggested Council
endeavor to determine this. The Finance Director explained the com-
plex task of auditing the records of the County Auditor-Controller
and the Assessor... what with all the different tax code areas, etc.
... that in the end the amount probably would not be material and
could be less than the City is currently receiving.
Jim Steinmetz, representing Pipefitters Local Union 250, and one of
the participants in a demonstration taking place this evening, was
told in response to his question, that Federal or State monies are
not involved or allotted for redevelopment. He expressed concern
about the quality of workmanship going into the Granada Royale Hotel
project. He said in part that the structure should be constructed
with qualified craftsmen receiving the prevailing wages. He asked
Council to consider the comments made by Mr. Lujan and himself.
Cliff Goodrich, Vice President of the Los Angeles Turf Club, referred
to Ordinance No. 1775 relating to Admissions Tax and the Olympic Games
and submitted in part that Santa Anita should participate in discussing
this and asked that this matter be continued to a future meeting.
(NOTE: THE ORDINANCE WAS INTRODUCED AT THIS MEETING AND STAFF WILL
MEET WITH SANTA ANITA OFFICIALS PRIOR TO THE NEXT MEETING.)
CONSENT ITEMS
APPROVED plans and specifications and AUTHORIZED the City Clerk to
advertise for bid to replace existing transit water main with new PVC
, pipe and replace existing backflow devices on Santa Anita Ave. from
V Camino Real to Live Oak, Job No. 539; and replace hydraul ic remote
control valves with electric remote control valves including new con-
trollers on Santa Anita Ave. from Foothill Blvd. to Orange Grove Ave.
(Job No. 542). This project will be financed from the Capital Outlay
Project Fund.
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ADVERTISE j APPROVED plans and specifications and AUTHORIZED the City Clerk to
FOR BIDS advertise for bids for an irrigation system modification at Bonita
Irrigation Park, Job No. 529. This project will be financed from the Parks and
System Recreation Facilities Fund.
Job 529
ADVERT!SE
FOR BIDS
Irrigation
Sy stem
Job Nos.
539 & 542
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PARK PROJECT The item on the plans and specifications for Bonita and Eisenhower
HEARING Park Project, Job No. 532, was scheduled earlier in this meeting for
June 21 ( a public hearing on JUNE 21.
AWARD y,\'.Il AWARDED a contract with White's Landscape Service, Inc., in the amount
CONTRACT \J of $3,000 for furnishing and installint 4,000 sq. ft. of Tifway
Re?od Bermuda sod to refurbish the Civic Center Athletic Field. Funding
Athletic will be $2,000 from the Parks and Recreation Facilities Fund and
Field $1,000 from the Civic Center Trust Fund (donated by the AYSO Soccer
League) .
APPROVED the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency's 1981-82 Annual State
Report including the supplemental report and that same be forwarded
to the State Department of Housing and Community Development. (Re-
development law requires that the Annual Report be approved by Council.)
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CONTRACT ,'. ~AWARDED the contract for the installation of
AWARD k'\" six departments in City Hall to ABC Electric
City Hall Said amount appropriated from Capital Outlay
Imp rove.
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AWARDED contract for Thermoplastic Pavement Markings, Job No. 534, to
Traffic Appliance Corporation in the amount of $28,942.44; all other
bids were rejected; any and all informal ities or irregularities in
the bids or bidding process were waived. Following receipt of Caltrans
concurrence the Mayor and City Clerk were authorized to execute the
contract in form approved by the City Attorney. This project will be
totally funded with Federal Aid monies in the amount of $51,800 to
cover engineering, inspection and contingencies as well as the amount
of the contract.
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ceilings and lighting for
in the amount of $10,737.85.
Fund 1983-84.
SCHEDULED a public hearing for JUNE 21 on Planning Commission Resolu-
tion No. 1235 granting a variance to allow interior and exterior
structural alterations to a second dwelling unit on a single-family
lot at 1126-1130 S. Mayflower Ave. This item was considered separately.
7 i.?c UP WITHDRAWN - an item granting a conditional use permit to allow a church
Church at 1900 S, Santa Anita Ave. (Withdrawn by applicant.)
7j.Pc' UP APPROVED the Conditional Use Permit granted by Planning Commission
Preschool Resolution No. 1237 for the expansion of a preschool at 141 W.
yf' Las Tunas Dr. Conditions of approval set forth in said resolution.
7k. CUP ,1.'" APPROVED the Conditional Use Permit granted by Planning Commission
Eating Estab- Resolution No. 1238 for an eating establishment in Fashion Park, 400
lishment S. Baldwin Ave., Space #324, subject to conditions set forth in the
Fashion Park resolution,
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71. CUP O\~ APPROVED the Conditional Use Permit granted by Planning Commission
Granada " \ Resolution No. 1239 for 13 additional suites at the Granada Royale
Royale~' . '1 Hotel - 211-215 E. Huntington Dr., subject to conditions set forth
Hotel \- in the resolution.
7m. CDBG FUNDS
Notice of
Exemption
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APPROVED and FILED the Notice of Exemptions for the Energy Conserva-
tion Grant Program, the Business Revitalization Program, Handicapped
Access Project and Administration. The low income elderly housing is
covered by the Environmental Impact Report prepared for the project.
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ALL OF THE ABOVE ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY COUNCILMAN HALTOM,
SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN HANNAH AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
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AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom. Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
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Dial-A-Ride
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DISPOSAL
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Council received and considered the staff report for the purchase of
a microcomputer for the Dial-A-Ride Program. The Finance Director
responded to questions concerning the training and the need for this
additional microcomputer. Staff advised in detail about the responsi-
bilities of the Dial-A-Ride operators in connection with the paperwork
due to the requirement of County and UMTA, for additional information
related to weekly and quarterly operations. With respect to the County
funds - if they are not used in three years the funds would revert back
to the County. The Dial-A-Ride operators would come to City Hall in
the mornings for their input.
Councilman Dring felt that the essence of the staff recommendation is
that it is an effort to use the funds before they revert back to the
County; that authorizing $7,250 for this just doesn't make sense to
him and he could not support the expenditure. Councilman Haltom felt
the more the City computerizes the more need for a constant training
program. He was not adverse to the principle of purchasing the equip-
ment but felt the work should be done by Dial-A-Ride ... they are the
ones receiving the money and felt the City is doing them a service by
employing them.
Councilman Hannah submitted in part that it may take a few years until
the need for something like this - producing reports required by the
County and providing efficiency of vehicles - how many people use
them - this could be determined as a result of having this information
we may not have the money further down the road ... he would rather
get it in place now and have it functioning.
It was MOVED by Councilman Hannah, seconded by Mayor Lojeski that a
maximum of $7,250 be authorized of Proposition A Local Return Funds
for the purchase of a microcomputer, computer software and miscel-
laneous supplies. (Staff to contact local computer vendors and
receive at least three bids prior to purchasing the equipment.) The
MOT!ON did not carryon the following roll call vote:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Hannah, Lojeski
Councilmen Dring, Hannah
Councilman Pellegrino
THIS MATTER WILL BE CONTINUED AUTOMATICALLY TO THE NEXT MEETING JUNE 7.
Council received the report and recommendation concerning residential
refuse disposal. It was noted therein that the agreement with Best
Disposal Company will expire on March 1, 1984. Said company has sub-
mitted a proposal to extend the existing contract until March 1, 1985.
Provisions contained in their proposal were set forth in the communica-
tion dated April 28, 1983 including a new rate structure.
Councilman Dring observed in part that raising the rates would not be
agreeable to him especially when Best has no idea what the receivables
are - and are not billing their receivables.... This is not a tenable
situation nor good representation to the people.
Councilman Haltom agreed and based on the report from Best, it appears
there is a lot to be desired.., i.e., how many trash loads they are
dumping, etc. It never hurts to put something out to bid '" Best
has been locked in too long, in his opinion.
Councilman Hannah expressed concern about Best's report indicating its
rates must be increased due to the dumping fees having been increased.
He submitted the possibility of several cities joining together to buy
a dump site and fill it up to the water level". that might eliminate
the excuse that maybe it's a monopoly that all operators have.... He
would like to see staff discuss this with other cities.... He would
have no objection to putting it out for bid.
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ORDINANCE The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
NO. 1771 and read the title of Ordinance No. 1771, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
ADOPTED 'If THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ARCADIA MUNICIPAL
V ~ 'V CODE SECT!ON 9233.8 TO RECLASSIFY PROPERTY AT 333-421 EAST HUNTINGTON
(/1, V DRIVE FROM .CPD-l & H (HIGH RISE OVERLAY) TO CPD-I."
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MOT ION
8b. WORD PRO-
CESSING
8e. CDBG FUNDS
1 983-84
ALLOCATION
City'~ Share
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MOT!ON
9a.
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9b. ORDINANCE
NO. 1773
INTRODUCED
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Mayor LOjeski had no objection to putting it out for bid either. He
noted his bills have increased a little over 15% from 1982-83, which
he finds a little unhealthy, particularly when fuel prices have stabil-
i zed or reduced ... the cos t of 1 i vi ng index has not gone up by 15%.
He would like to see bidding companies give thought to establishing
personal reclamation centers which aid in the reduction in fees to
homeowners. He felt Council should be trying to reduce rates rather
than seeing them go higher. He would have no problem with going to bid.
Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman
Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows that the agreement with
Best Disposal Company not be extended and that staff be directed to
submit Requests for Proposals for residential refuse service to quali-
fied refuse companies.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
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This agenda item was considered earlier in this meeting.
To remain in compl iance with the Community Development Block Grant
fair housing requirements for fiscal year 1983-84, the City must
ensure that residents within the CDBG jurisdiction are afforded equal
opportunities during the upcoming year. The City has a choice of
three options to meet the fair housing obligations:
1. Participation in the County Fair Housing Program.
2. Implement an Individual Fair Housing Program.
3. Joint Fair Housing Program.
Each of these options was explained fully in the staff report dated
May 17. The participation in the County Fair Housing Program (No.1
above) would be a continuation of what has been in effect this past
year and would ensure compliance with HUD's Fair Housing Program at
the least cost to the City in terms of both time and money.
Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman
Hannah and carried on roll call vote as follows that Council select
Alternative No.1 and that staff be AUTHORIZED to allocate funding
for the City's share of the Commission's contract (about $2,800).
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom
and carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1771 be
ADOPTED.
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AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Ordinance No. 1773, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCAD.IA
AMENDING SECTION 9276.2.1 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
BUILDING HEIGHT IN THE "H" (HIGH RISE) OVERLAY ZONE."
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9c.
ORDINANCE
NO. 1774
INTRODUCED
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9d. ORDINANCE
NO. '1775
INTRODUCED
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RESOLUT!ON
NO. 5096
ADOPTEi
9f. RESOLUT!ON
NO. 5097;
ADOPTED
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It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom
and carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1773 be
INTRODUCED.
AYES
NDES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Ordinance No. 1774, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
APPROVING TEXT AMENDMENT 83-2 AMENDING SECTION 9276.2.11 OF THE ARCADIA
MUNICIPAL CODE TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF OFF-STREET PARKING SPACES FOR
CERTAIN USES IN THE "H" (HIGH RISE) OVERLAY ZONE."
It was MOVED by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman Hannah
and carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1774 be
INTRODUCED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Ordinance No. 1775, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 6, PART 2 OF ARTICLE II OF THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE ADMISSIONS TAX." ,
Extensive discussion was held on the contents of this ordinance which
relates to the Olympic Games and other events to be held at the Santa
Anita Race Track. The document was amended thusly:
Page 2, SECTION 5, '2622.2 OTHER EVENTS - third line
the word "seating" was deleted; eleventh 1 ine -
after the word "amusement" add the words "or com-
petition." Page 4, SECTION 8. 2624.1 POSTING OF
BONDS. \ Add the words "Thi s requ i rement IT'ily be
waived by the City Council" at the end of the para-
graph.
It was MOVED by Counc i lman Dri ng, seconded by Counc il man Ha,1tom and
carried on roll ca 11 vote as foll ows that Ordinance No. '1775 be INTRO-
DUCED as amended.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Courcilmen Dring, Ha"tom, Lojeski
Councilman Hannah
Cou~cilman Pellegrino
Staff to meet with Santa Anita officials during the interim to discuss
the merits of this ordinance.
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 5096, entitled: "A RESOLUT!ON OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA GRANTING A CONDITION~L USE PERMIT FOR THE CON-
VERSION OF AN AUTOMOBILE SERVICE STATION INTO AN AUTOMOBILE SELF-
SERVICE STAT!ON AT 5 WEST FOOTHILL BOULEVARD."
It was MOVED by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman Dring
and carried on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5096 be
ADOPTED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 5097, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA IN OPPOSITION TO CALIFORNIA STATE SENATE BILL
965."
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9g. RESOLUTION
NO. 5098
ADOPTED
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RESIGNATION
Sawyer J
'CLOSED
SESS ION
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ATTEST:
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It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No. 5097 be
ADOPTED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 5098, entitled: "A RESOLUT!ON OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA URGING THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO GRANT PUENTE
HILLS CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT."
It was MOVED'by Councilman Dring;{ seconded by Councilman Haltom and
carried on roll call vote as foll'ows that Resolution No. 5098 be
ADOPTED.
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AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Hannah, Lojeski
None
Councilman Pellegrino
Council received with regret, advice from the City Manager that David
Sawyer of the Redevelopment Agency, will be leaving the City to join
the Rod Gunn Agency, consultants retained by the City. Some discussion
was held on the merits of such a move.
Council entered a CLOSED SESSION, reconvened and Mayor LOJeski
ADJOURNED the meeting in memory of a personal friend. A Memorial
Service will be held on Saturday, May 21 at 11 a.m. for Janie
Simpkins Swanson, 36, former resident of Arcadia, who passed away May 7
in Bosman, Montana. Mrs. Swanson, daughter of Ed and Bea Simpkins,
former Arcadians, now of San Clemente, was born in Alhambra. The family
moved to Arcadia when she was small; she graduated from Arcadia High
School in 1964. She had been a song leader and was Prom Queen in her
senior year. She graduated from Culver-Stockton College in Canton,
Missouri in 1968 and married Tim Swanson after graduation. She opera-
ted her own nursery school in Canton for several years. The family
moved to Bosman in 1980. In addition to her husband and her parents,
Mrs. Swanson is survived by two children, Eric and Natalie, one brother,
Ed, Jr. of Arcadia; a sister, Abby Daniel of Whittier, and a grand-
mother, Eileen Hudson of Duarte.
The meeting then ADJOURNED at 11:45 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. May 31,1983
in the Conference Room to conduct the business of the Council and
Agency and any Closed Session necessary to discuss personnel, litiga-
tion matters, and evaluation of properties.
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