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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
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ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
3EPTEMBER 16, 1980
REGULAR MEETING
The City Council of the City of Arc~dia, California met in a regular
session on September 16, 1980 at 7:30 p.m. in the Arcadia City Hall
Council Chamber.
Rev. Gladys Johnson, Victory Chapel
Fire Chief Gerald Gardner
PRESENT:
ABSENT :
Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino
None
On MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Dring and
carried the minutes of the Adjourned Regular meeting of August 19 were
APPROVED.
On behalf of the City Council Fire Chief Gardner presented a Citizens
Award to Dick Daugherty, owner of the David Copperfield restaurant and
explain~d how the fast action of Mr. Daugherty had saved the lif~ of
one of his patrons. Mr Daugherty responded in part and commended the
paramedics in their promptness and help in this instance and many others
when he has had occasion to call them.
Another presentation to Mrs. Ivan Neufield was scheduled. However, Mrs.
Neufield was not in attendance and this will be placed on a future agenda.
Planning Commission recommendation concerning the tentative map of Tract
No. 40558 proposed for a 6 unit condominium at 1107 - 1115 West Duarte
Road and 1159 Sunset Boulevard. The Planning Director explained that
the subject site is developed currently with two single family dwellings
and is zoned R-3. The development would be consistent with the General
Plan and Zoning Ordinance .. treexisting structures would be removed.
Conditions of approval were submitted (set forth in the staff report
dated August 26).
Mayor P~llegrino declared the hearing open and no one desiring to be
heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded ny
Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously.
It was then MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the Negative Declaration be
approved and filed and find that the project will not have a significant
effect On the environment; that the tract is consistent with the General
plan and that the waste discharge would not result in a violation of the
existing requirements set forth in the Water Code - and that the Direct-
or of Public Works be authorized to approve the subdivision agreement for
said tract.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino
None
None
At the City Council meeting of September 2 the request of the two local
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bowling alleys for removal of the restriction that no alcoholic beverages
be served on the concourse was considered. Pursuant to the motion made at
said meeting the City Attorney was to prepare the appropriate resolution
amending the permits of Bowling Square, Inc., and Santa Anita Lanes to
allow the serving of alcoholic beverages on the concourses as well as the
spectator section in the area of bowling itself. The City Attorney advis-
ed that the Resolution Nos. 4915 and 4916 have been presented to the City
Council for consideration.
Some discussion ensued and with the concurrence of the members of the
City Council Mayor Pellegrino advised that testimony would be received at
this time. First - those speaking in favor of removal of the restriction.
Mark Spiegel, one of the Corporate Officers of Santa
at 1415 Comstock Avenue, Los Angeles, stated in part
see the resolution to be considered at this meeting.
with a copy. Mr. Spiegel continued in part that he
tent had been passed and this was just to implement
been passed by a vote at the last meeting.
Anita Lanes, residing
that he would like to
He was presented
thought that the in-
that intent which had
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Councilman Dring said in part that he had made it clear at the last meet-
ing that his motion was not passing an ordinance or a resolution but rath-
er would be bringing back the resolution to the Council in two weeks and
would serve the same purpose as an open public hearing.
Mr. Spiegel then restated the arguments he raised previously - that they
are able by the license granted to them by the State, except for the re-
str~ction by the City Council, to serve hard liquor on the concourse and
the spectator area .. that the penality for allowing things to get out of
hand is extremely severe; that they have implemented what they consider to
be effective security at the bowling alley. He said they have not had any
significant problems at any of the other centers where they are permitted
to serve hard liquor on the lanes, however, speaking for Santa Anita Lanes
... when they purchased the lanes several years ago they felt they were in
fair competition with the other bowling alley because it had the same pro-
hibition. Now that two new centers have opened - one almost on Arcadia's
border, he felt they were at a disadvantage and patrons were equally af-
fected by having to go outside the City. He felt with the controls they
have and their record they should be permitted to operate the same as their
other centers.
Bonnie Shields, said she has worked with youth groups for twenty years and
is currently the juniors coach director for Bowling Square, Inc. - that the
junior bowlers are not affected by the issue before Council.. they are
governed by the American Junior Bowling Congress ,. no drinking on the lanes,
no smoking, no pin ball machines. She said she does not drink but she has
the option and that all adults should have the same opportunity. She noted
local restaurants, the race track - where the people have the option. She
did not think this affects any of the youth in the City.
Herb Fletcher, 175 W. Lemon Avenue, said in part that he felt in all fair-
ness the bowling alleys should have the right to serve hard liquor ... he
was not particularly in favor of the sale of liquor but every time this I
issue has come up over the years it has always seemed rather ridiculous to
him that one business is singled out to be the protector of the young people
and no one seemed concerned about all the other places that youth can go
where liquor is served. He suggested that perhaps the citizens should be
given the opportunity to vote on whether or not they would like to see it
diminished or just open it wide open .. he did not like to see two business-
es being unfairly penalized.
Walter King, owner and operator of Bowling Square, Inc., said he would like
to be treated on an equal basis with all the other businesses in the City.
The restrictions of the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board were recited i. e.,
a cocktail waitress can be fined $500 if she serves a minor so she has an
incentive not to do this ... the bowling center stands to lose its license
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also and the permit is worth $50,000 ... so there is a lot of incentive
other than the Arcadia Resolution to prohibit them from selling and in-
volving minors. He said they have a closed controlled atmosphere. Their
employees are constantly watching out for the problem. He felt the situ-
ation would improve rather than deteriorate.
David SpieRel, one of the owners of Santa Anita Lanes, explained what has
been done at the center during the last three or four years to upgrade the
facility.. they have tried to create an atmosphere for families, teen-
agers, etc. They have security guards every ni~ht. Its junior program
is growing. They are losing customers not to the point of going bankrupt
but its is a tougher battle than they have at any of their other centers.
Richard Goodhouse, 2800 Holly Avenue, Arcadia, said he finds the inability
to have a drink at the bowling alley an inconvenience .. that he does not
drink beer.... speaking as a parent he said in part that it is up to the
parents to teach their young not to abuse alcohol. It is not up to the
businessman to do that.
Roseanne Hines, daytime coordinator at Bowling Square, said in part that
the daytime League players do not drink in the daytime, but they do not
like being told they cannot.
Steven Glassman, 10100 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, attorney for
both bowling alleys, said in part that the establishments are family ori-
ented, also referred to a statement made by the Chief of Police in 1976
that he had contacted other cities regarding a similar regulations and
found at that time that Arcadia was the only city with such a restriction
and that in response to a question he (Chief of Police) said he would have
no opposition to the repeal of the resolution. Mr. Glassman then spoke to
the economic situation .., that two new bowling centers have opened up
very close to these two and made it a point to advertise that its customers
may have a drink on the lanes ... drinking is not the primary purpose ot
the bowling centers... it is recreation... family fun... relaxation
for the entire family... that at the times the young people are present
their interests are as guarded as they are when they are at home or when
they are in church.
Edward Bennett, Deputy Sheriff for the County of Los Angeles, said in
part that he is a regular bowler and during his twelve years in the police
department he has found that minors are more apt to come upon alcohol
through liquor stores and establishments that sell bottled liquor for take-
off-premises drinking.
Ken Moseley, 3964 E. Sycamore, Pasadena, Assistant Junior Coach at Bowling
Square, told of his experiences with the juniors during the various tourna-
ments throughout California and other States; that often the owner of Bowl-
ing Square accompanies them on these excursions. He has never seen the
young people being affected by liquor on the lanes ... that they are con-
stantly watched.
James W. Hagelganz, 1230 N. Santa Anita Avenue, Senior Pastor of the
Arcadia Presbyterian Church, but not speaking officially on behalf of the
church, said in part that they have a vital concern about the drug problem
in the community; that the alcohol problem is basically a drug problem and
one of the most serious facing the nation for adults and young people. He
no~ed there are between 30 to 40 people from one of their organizations
who bowl on a Saturday night, once a month, twelve months a year at Bowling
Square. They also have bowling parties for children .. they are not just
observers but in terms of how much money they spend at the bowling alley
it could be in the thousands considering everything.
Rev. Hagelganz continued in part that serving hard liquor would turn the
cen ters into huge taverns or coctail lounges which militates against the
enjoyment of the sport of bowling by families. He referred to articles in
the press concerning the moral issue and said further in part that the
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City Council does vote on moral issues .. either way it votes it is vot-
ing a form of morality... liquor has a narcotic effect on people ., there
seems to be a diffe~ence between beer and wine and hard liquor i. e., the
FCC permits the advertising of beer and wine on television but not hard
liquor. He referred to an article put out by the United States Department
of Transportation National Highway Traffic Safety Administration which says
"a 12 ounce can of beer, one ounce of one hundred proof liquor and a 6
ounce glass of wine are equal in their effect on the body."
He recited an instance where a family was forced away from the sport of
bowling because of rude and obscene behavior on the part of some young
men at the bowling alley. He felt the introduction of hard liquor would
increase these types of episodes and the use of the bowling lanes will be
seriously curtailed. He said there are already too few recreational facili-
ties in the City for the young people and for families. He was in favor of I
eliminating all alcoholic beverages on the concourse .. there is a cocktail
lounge a few feet away and those who want to drink may do so there. For
the benefit of those who enjoy bowling he asked Council to vote against
the repeal of restriction.
Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, spoke to this issue and said
in part that the adoption of the resolutions removing the restriction would
not be in the best interests of the citizens of the community. In response
to her questions the City Manager advised that the Chief of Police was not
consulted and no recommendation was rendered by him; that there is no way
of evaluating what impact the passing of the two resolutions would have on
traffic congestion; also as long as the use exists the covenant would govern;
that it is not expected to increase the police personnel. Mrs. Hofer sub-
mitted a copy of the Southern California Beverage Bulletin September issue
concerning liquor sales.
DeAnne B. Joy, 238 W. Naomi Avenue, read in full a communication signed by
herselr of the Pasadena Council, Jean B. Vandervoort of Pasadena Council -
Alcoholism and Mary C. A. Gilligan of Alcoholism Information Center con-
cerning alcoholism as one of the leading health and disease problems. She
supported Rev. Hagelganz in his opposition. She felt it unnecessary in a
place of recreation where there are many unsupervised young people.
Lee Pickering, 1608 S. Sixth Avenue, said that family-oriented recreation
and alcohol do not mix and young people drink because their parents drink
adults around them drink. She opposed removing the restriction.
Rev. Durell Butler, Pastor of the Arcadia Community Church, recited experi-
ences he has had at various bowling lanes in different parts of the country
when he took groups to bowl. He referred to abusive language and insults
to the young ladies by those who had been drinking too much. He would be
opposed to any kind of alcohol but at this time was expressing his opposi-
tion to hard liquor.
Gary Richman, 1126 El Sur, Youth Director at the Arcadia Presbysterian
Church, said in part that drug and alcoholism are on the upswing in the
City. He did not think people's rights would be infringed upon if they
have to walk a short distance for a drink. He asked why create a problem I
that needs to be policed .. this represents a small slippage of standards
but it is slippage nevertheless. That it doesn't matter what all the other
bowling alleys are doing but it does matter what kind of a standard is taken
in the City in which he lives. He felt it would be better to sustain the
restriction and not experience the slippage the removal would' present.
Edward L. Butterworth, 1145 Singing Wood Drive, said in part that he finds
it difficult to follow the logic or the reasoning that since beer and wine
can be served on the concourse, and since it is obvious that one can get
drunk on beer and wine, what useful purpose is served by prohibiting the
sale of hard liquor. He agreed that perhaps beer and wine should not be
served on the concourse, but it is irreversible. He explored the history
of this matter - that in 1959 there was some attempt made to compromise
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with the bowling alleys... not to be entirely hard-nosed about it and
to give them some degree of compromise. That he is unable to see the
logic of saying they are being discriminated against ... they have cocktail
bars and anyone who wants a hard drink may have it. As former Council-
man he recalled that on more than one occasion he had to change his mind ..
he commended Councilmen Gilb and Saelid on the position they took and sug-
gested that the other three Councilmen have the courage to change their vote
if they feel it would be in the best interest of the community.
Ed Passmore, 1109 Columbia Road, said in part that he can't think of an-
other recreational facility where children participate and where alcohol
is served. He submitted the problems of drug and alcohol abuse in the
community and recited an instance in which he is personally involved. He
felt if a community becomes weaker it becomes harder to fight the minds of
minors ... perhaps the problem of drinking and drug passing in the parking
lots of the two bowling alleys should be addressed.
Joe Sargis, 1611 Highland Oaks Drive, felt that perhaps because of sched-
uling Council acted on this without sufficient community input. He felt
it is evident now that it is not the pleasure of the community to remove
the restriction. He urged the three Councilmen who voted to do so to
take the opposite view.
Councilman Saelid commented that the actionilie Council took at the last
regular meeting was to direct the City Attorney to prepare a resolution
reflecting the action that was taken. He had made an attempt to continue
the public hearing to this evening and although Councilman Gilb supported
him the other members of Council did not. He hoped that the action of the
Council this evening in terms of accepting the testimony from the people,
would set that aside... that Council does want input from the community..
that it wants to reflect the thoughts of the community in actions it takes.
Bob Johnson, 121 Alta Street, Youth Director at the Arcadia Presbyterian
Church, specifically in the area of drug and alcohol abuse, said in part
that with due respect to the owners of the bowling alleys the bowling
alleys are centers for trafficking drugs and alcohol. He felt the Council
has a responsibility not only to the youth but to the citizens of the
community to try to put a hold on this ... to remove the restriction would
cause more chaos and increase the problems already existing.
Robert Bell, 110 W. Winnie Way, President of the Parent Alert Organization
which is concerned with the problem of substance abuse by adolescents in
the City said in part that to remove the restriction would only add to the
problem. He asked that the request be denied.
Linda Glenn, 21 W. Woodruff Avenue, said she graduated from Arcadia High
School in 1977 and in all those years she had every opportunity to buy
hard liquor or drugs on campus .. that during the 13 years she has been
going to Bowling Square never once has anyone asked her to buy drugs or
if she wanted a drink... she has never tried drugs and now that she is
21 she enjoys the pleasure of having a drink if she desires one ... that
she thinks if parents take the time and interest in their children when
they are raising them they will not be led astray. She said she has bowl-
ed at other bowling centers where hard liquor is allowed on the concourse
and there never has been a problem. She suggested people visit Bowling
Square to see the kind of a program that is being run... there are only
two bowling alleys in the State with such a restriction and she could not
understand the controversy.
Councilman Saelid then MOVED to halt the testimony. Councilman Gilb
seconded the motion which was carried unanimously.
The City Clerk then read a communication from Los Angeles County Sheriff,
Peter J. Pitchess, urging the Council to sustain the restiction noting
that hard liquor is readily available in the bar areas and separated from
the area of the actual bowling activity... experience has shown that
combining the consumption of alcohol with the excitement of sporting events
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frequently leads to problems necessitating police intervention.
Communications asking for denial of the request are hereby made part of
the record. ...
Mrs. May Battany
Mrs. Jack Bonura
Mrs. Robert A. Moore
Paul Friedman
Dycia Samuels
Fred Sommers
Margaret M. Stevens
2523 Doolittle Av., Arcadia
2620 S. Santa Anita Av., Arcadia
610 W. Wistaria Av., Arcadia
School Board Member
Public Relations Director Santa
651 Hampton Rd., Arcadia
Minister, Santa Anita Church
Anita
Church
Councilman Saelid said in part that the question before Council is whether
to continue to have bowling as a primary use of the facilities with an an- I
cilIary serving of liquor, or whether to change that and the facilities be-
come primarily a tavern with ancillary usage as bowling alleys. The li-
cense was granted for a bowling alley and it was made clear at the outset
what the conditions would be ... that since 1959 the question has come be-
fore the Council and each time the legislative body has continued to up-
hold the requirements of the licensing. He felt Council has a responsi-
bility to carry out what the community wants .. that this would be iust
one more chink in the armor that causes the City to be the tremendous
city it is - to live and raise the children in. He felt the operation of
the bowling alleys is fine and would like to see them continue in the same
manner. He could not support a change in the restriction.
Councilman Haltom said in part he has seen people become just as drunk
on beer and wine as hard liquor, however, the question before Council is
what do the people want .. when he campaigned for office he said he would
do what the people want and he is committed to that.
Councilman Gilb referred to the communication received about two months
ago from Mr. Glassman asking for the removal of the restriction, at which
time Council requested the background information so that the two new
Councilmen could filmiliarize themselves with the situation. At that time
he moved, and it was approved by Council, that the matter be put on the
agenda for the second meeting in September, taking into consideration that
meetings held immediately after Labor Day are poorly attended. A misunder-
standing occurred and the City Clerk called the hearing for the first meet-
ing in September. At that time Councilman Saelid moved to continue the
hearing to this date - and he seconded the motion - until the community
could be apprised of the request by the bowling alleys. The fact that
there was no citizen participation was that the community did not know a-
bout it --- that now letters have been received and Council has heard
from interested citizens. He opposed it then and he will still vote against
it.
Councilman Dring said in part he is not concerned with the bowling busi-
ness's competitive standpoint, not their economics ... that is not the
issue in question .. that should never be a concern of a Council... the
Council's interest is vested toward the business community as a whole..
not a particular establishment. He felt the majority of the people in 1
the City really do not care one way or the other. That beer contains alcoho
and most of the drunks he has seen have gotten that way on beer. Parents
take their children to restaurants where they mayor may not order a drink..
..the fact that it has been a restriction for 25 years, and therefore
must be good, does not provide a good solid basis for making a decision.
The attitude of abstinence of alcohol by adult bowlers will somehow substi-
tute for the moral and ethical teachings of the parents and the church is
impossible. Bowling alleys would not risk their licenses - they have not
in the past - and he doesn't believe they would in the future. He submit-
ted that he did not think alcohol on the lanes would be a detriment to the
community but he is the people's representatave ... if they do not want it
.. he would support them.
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Mayor Pellegrino stated in part he was not elected to give his personal
opinion - he has to listen to the mandate ... he has made many telephone
calls ... received many... the result being nip and tuck actually.. the
majority did not seem to really care one way or the other. He referred to
those speaking for and against at this meeting - eleven in favor - eleven
opposed. He continued in part that he does not believe that liquor on the
lanes will be detrimental. He expressed respect for both Rev. Hagelganz
and Mr, Butterworh .. he had hoped to be in the position of being either
100% in favor or 100% opposed, but he could not stay in the middle of the
road -, he would have to listen to those with whom he had spoken during
the week and would vote in favor of the resolution to remove the restriction.
Coune ilman Dring sa id he was swayed by this argument and would vote "noli.
Councilman Saelid then MOVED that the City Council deny Resolution Nos.
4915 and 4916; that the City Council has, as in the past, accepted testi-
mony on the subject and have decided, in the interest of the community,
tha t it could not support the change in the present requ ;.rements. Council-
man Gilb seconded the motion which passed on the following roll call vote:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Gilb, Haltom, Saelid
Councilmen Dring, Pellegrino
None
The Personnel Board submitted class specification for the newly approved
position of Fire Prevention Specialist in the Fire Department. Tte Fire
Chief explained the primary responsibilities of this position -- which
would be for fire prevention and fire safety education. The required
knowledge will be highly technical and would be handled similar to the
paramedic and fire inspector assignments. Salary range - $1699 to $2065.
, It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation be APPROVED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino
None
None
The Personnel Board submitted class specifications for an approved posi-
tion in the Building Department. The position will be responsible for
handling questions from citizens, developers and builders. It is felt
this will improve the service being provided. Salary range - $1018 to
$1236.
It was MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation be APPROVED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino
None
None
The City Council recessed in order to act as the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT:
ABSENT :
Members Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino
None
The meeting adjourned to 7 p,m. October 7, 1980.
RECONVENED ---- AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, thanked the three Councilmen
who voted against serving hard liquor on the concourse at the bowling lanes.
She then read in full a communication she had sent to the press in connec-
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tion with this matter. She asked why was the Agenda packet not on file
at the Reference Desk at the Library at 12 noon August 30, 1980. She
then asked what effect the passing of Proposition A on the November bal-
lot would have On the Dial-a-Ride program. The Citj Manager responded in
part that it would have no affect on the program. Mrs. Hofer further ask-
ed if there was information on Proposition A which will be on the November
ballot concerning transportation and staff said in part that it is unknown
at this time as to what effect if any it would have on the City... that
it is primarily for the City of Los Angeles. She felt the matter should
be pursued by the City.
Herb Fletcher, 175 W. Lemon Avenue, said in part that he was pleased that
the City is moving ahead with plans for senior citizen housing and suggest-
ed that the City Council consider placing an advisory measure on the forth-
coming November ballot to ascertain whether or not the voters would like I
to have the City undertake a study to actually become involved in the con-
struction and operation of a senior housing facility by way of a bond issue.
CON S E N T
ITEMS
APPROVED the request of the Police Chief for a $35,645 appropriation to
provide for traffic control during the Oak Tree Meet (25 days).
FIESTA,. G: ","7 APPROVED the reduction of the fee from $30 to $5 per amusement machine
j-", ~ - f<.v at the Holy Angels Church Fiesta October 3, 4, 5, 1980. This is a fund
raising event held annually.
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AUTHORIZED the purchase of one 1-1/2 ton truck cab and chassis from Rey-
nolds Buick of West Covina in the amount of $13,098.11. This will include
a trade-in of a 1971 International truck #152 cab and chassis only. It
was noted that the tanks and bed will be transferred to the new vehicle
for the patch crew. Funds are in the Equipment Replacement Account
FY 1980-81.
THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED BY COUNCILMAN GILB, SECONDED BY
COUNCILMAN SAELID AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino
None
None
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At the City Council meeting of september 2 staff was requested to obtain
additional proposals from the three potential Dial-a-Ride operators based
upon 93 operating hours per week, a set number of vehicle hours per year
and the City providing vehicles and radios. In a separate report CTS'
one time start-up costs were reflected.
Councilman Gilb said in part that he and Mayor Pellegrino had visited all
three of the facilities and expressed strong interest in the proposal sub-
mitted by the Community Transit Service which operation they observed in
La Mirada. This has proven very successful in that City and offers a real I
transportation system in lieu of the present taxi-cab service ... there
would be vans serving the City... they carry 8 to 10 persons ... and would
be a great help to the children going to school.. a van may be rented if
for instance a group would like to go to the beach '" the vans would be
equipped for the handicapped. He felt the other two operators are also
dedicated but he felt this expanded service would be a tremendous credit
to the community.
During the ensuing discussion Bill Downing, Vice President in charge of
operations of CTS, responded to questions concerning the operation and
submitted what they would like to accomplish in the City if they are given
the contract.
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Peggy Beeks, Executive Director of the El Monte Yellow Cab Co. referred to
their proposal and said in part that they could provide the type of ser-
vice being contemplated and submitted statistics. In response to a ques-
tion she said they currently have two drivers who are familiar with the
streets in the City.
It was noted that this program will be subsidized substantially by State
and Federal funds with the City paying a portion.
Councilman Gilb then MOVED that staff be directed to negotiate a contract
with Community Transit Service to operate the Dial-a-Ride System in the
City and that same be submitted to the City Council for approval. Motion
seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino
None
None
It was the consensus of the City Council that extended hours can be con-
sidered after the system has been in operation and the needs have been
evalua ted.
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1710, en titled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA FIXING THE RATES OF TAXES AND LEVYING TAXES FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR 1980-1981 FOR THE USUAL CURRENT EXPENSES OF THE CITY OF
ARCAD IA. "
It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Haltom and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of the full
text of Ordinance No. 1710 be waived and ADOPTED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino
None
None
On MOTION by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried
on roll call vote as follows that the claim of Joyce Annette Moore be
DENIED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino
None
None
On suggestion of Councilman Saelid, concurred by the City Council, staff
will conduct a speed survey on San Carlos Road.
Councilman Saelid referred to accidents which occur during the July 4
festivities at the County Park every year and asked staff to submit some
suggestions in this regard. Council concurred.
Councilman Saelid advised of the passing of W. Howard Coke, M. D., and said
in part that he was a good friend of his and the City - he was a long time
resident of the City. He asked that the meeting be adjourned in Mr. Coke's
memory.
Councilman Gilb advised of the passing of Mrs. Mary Liberto, mother of the
City Attorney Charles Liberto. He said in part that Mrs. Liberto had been
a good friend of his family for many years and asked that the meeting be
adjourned in Mrs. Liberto's memory.
Council entered an executive
thereafter to October 7 at 7
Coke and Mrs. Liberto.
session, reconvened and adjourned immediately
p. m. in the Conference Room in memory of Mr.
a.u()ifl~
Mayor
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