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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJUNE 5,1979_2 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 1 INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL HEARING REVENUE SHARING BUDGET (JUNE 19) ( II, l- 1;"~ ~I ~\' ) <:I J; \ (" 1 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING JUNE 5, 1979 23:9789 -~" 'T' , The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California met in regular session on Tuesday, June 5, 1979 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall. Pastor Roger Sonnenberg, Our Savior Lutheran Church Councilman Saelid PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Silelid, Margett None On MOTION by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of May 15 were approved. Councilman Gilb abstained as he was absent on that date. CONTINUED -- Proposed use of Federal Revenue Sharing Funds for the fiscal year 1979-80. The City Manager submitted the following: Estimated Funds available July I, 1979 Estimated Revenues - Fiscal Year 1979-S0 Entitlements Interest Earnings Proposed Uses: Fire Dept. - Communication equipment, paramedic training equipment, building improvements l~ .:f . Police Dept. - Communication equipment, guns, patrol cars, building improvements Planning Dept. - Revised housing element for General Plan Finance Administration - Office equipment for Treasurer and Print Shop City Hall Refurbishing - Upper Level Hallway Council Chamber Basement - Storage Area R.O.Y. - (Help Our Youth Program) San Gabriel Valley Juvenile Diversion Program Dial-A-Ride Program Building Division - Compact vehicles for inspectors Arcadia Water System Improvements Balance Available - I - $210,000 $ 20S,000 14 ,000 222,000 $432,000 $ 20,450 141,044 40,000 16,3S0 5,800 . 7,700 7,500 5,109 25,700 20,000 95.000 384,683 $ 47.317 6-5-79 ,(. .. HEA RING r Capital Improvement Program (JUNE 19) ( "HEARING OPERATING GENERAL CITY BUDGET (JUNE 19) 23:9790 Councilman Saelid noted that the budget was prepared under the zero base method and that the rankings established by the City Council should be kept in mind; that some of the proposed uses may be pulled out of the revenue sharing budget if Council decides to use the monies elsewhere. Mayor Margett declared the hearing open and Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, suggested that the hearings on the budget be continued until the next regular meeting in order to await the outcome of the taxpayer's suit which is to be heard this week in Superior Court. She also felt some of the revenue sharing funds should be earmarked for a municipal and/or high school auditorium.. perhaps the balance of $47,317 could be so earmarked. Mrs. Carol Libby, 438 W. Norman Avenue spoke on behalf of ROY (Help our Youth) and asked the City Council to consider granting financial 1 assistance to HOY in the amount of $10,887.36 which is the annual rate for its facility. She referred to the $5,109 allocation reflected in the proposed budget for the San Gabriel Valley Juvenile Diversion Program and said she understood that this organization is no longer in existence, however, Councilman Saelid advised that is not correct. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that this hearing remain OPEN and CONTINUED to the regular meeting of June 19. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Margett None None Proposed Capital Improvement Program 1979-80 through 1983-84. The City Manager explored the 24 projects for the fiscal year 1979-80 and submitted that the Capital Fund would provide $442,096; State Gas Tax Fund $358,700; Parks and Recreation Fund $25,000; Water System Earnings $183,000 and the Water Replacement Fund $55,000. The differentials in these figures and those in the budget resulted from the fact that the budget did not take into account the State Bond Issue which the City petitioned and received fundings - also the funds which have been requested for park improvements through Senate Bill 174. A supplemental report will be prepared and sub- mitted to Council. Mayor Margett declared the hearing open and Herb Fletcher, 175 W. Lemon Avenue, was informed that the funding for the lighting and the bleachers for the multipurpose playfield would come from the Capital Outlay Fund and that funds will be requested from the State. Mr. Fletcher asked that these monies be used toward senior citizen housing in the City which he felt is more urgent. No one else desiring to speak at this time it was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried on roll call vote as follows that the hearing remain OPEN and CONTINUED to June 19. 1 AYES: NOES: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Margett None ABSENT: None The Finance Director explained in detail the proposed General City Operating Budget for the fiscal year 1979-80... including all departments, costs on retirement, debt service, water division, State and County Gas tax budgets, the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency budget which is financed from tax increment funds. The Budget reflects an increase of 10,2%; the estimate for the property taxes reflects an increase of 6.3%; sales tax estimated to increase about 7%; about a 4% increase in utility tax.. licenses and permits probably will remain about the same... and an ll% increase in motor vehicle license fees. Council propounded questions on estimated revenues to which the Finance Director responded at length. Mayor Margett declared the hearing open and Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, felt that Council should investigate the business license fees which have not been increased in many years. - 2 - 6-5-79 1 y ~RING (ZONE CHANGE) APPROVED HEARING (Conversion) APPEAL GRANTED () r" ~O~J} 1 23:9791 She did not think the homeowner should pay his share of the utility tax when the businessman pays a minimal license fee. She also expressed concern that redevelopment remains in the proposed budget and referred specifically to Page Nos. 7 and 15 and submitted that the voters should have an opportunity to vote on this. Councilman Saelid spoke to the ranking of the various decision packages and referred to one which is out of order - specifically on Pages 14 and 15.. which is shown as 107 should actually be 102. Staff will make this correction. No one else desiring to be heard at this time it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that the hearing remain OPEN and CONTINUED to June 19. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Margett None None Planning Commission Resolution No. 1100 recommending approval of a zone change from R-2 to R-3 for 807-809 W. Camino Real. It was noted that an application has been filed for this zone change which is consistent with the existing General Plan designation of Multiple Family Residential 7 + du/ac. The applicant desires to construct multiple family dwellings and the zone change would permit 9 units. Mayor Margett declared the hearing open and no one desiring to be heard the hearing was closed on MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried unanimously. It was then MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry 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 and that the City Attorney be and he is hereby directed to prepare the appropriate ordinance. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Margett None None Appeal from the decision of the Planning Commission for denial of Tentative Parcel Map 79-7 - a proposal to convert a three unit apartment into a condominium at 24 Diamond Street. The Commissioners felt that the requested modifications were not minor and would be in non-conformity with the Municipal Code. The Planning staff advised that this conversion would be consistent with the General Plan and the Zoning Ordinance. Mayor Margett declared the hearing open and Stanley Kirst, representing the applicants, said in part that the two modifications asked for and ' granted for the apartment are not major... that it would be more convenient for the trash pick-up to pull the container only 5' to the alley instead of the 10' and the landscaped buffer between the proposed driveway and the sideyard lot line is not of a tremendous need... he noted that the building permit was granted in'October 1978 and submitted that they are anxious to proceed with the project as a condominium. In response to an inquiry by Councilman Gilb the Planning Director said in part that this application was filed prior to the effective date of the moratorium. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unani- mously. Councilman Gilb referred to the Commission's statement - that the required modifications were not minor -- and that the proposed conversion could not comply with the intent and purpose of the Code. However, he felt he would have to support the appeal in this instance. 6-5-79 - 3 - HEARING SWIMMING POOL FENC mG Jwis ~L' o 'l(~'.) j : J:J 23:9792 Councilman Saelid said in part he had visited the site and was concerned because this was one that was being considered prior to the moratorium... and true it did not impress him as a condominium, but it has to be considered,that at the time the application was made for the conversion,the same requirements were placed on condominiums as were placed on apartments ... and in the interest of equity he felt Council has to go ahead with approval and that to him the modifications are minor. Councilman Parry agreed.. he had also visited the site... that he too would prefer to exact a higher requirement than presently for this type of development for condominium conversions - however - under the circumstances it does meet the requirements,.. He felt the modifications are minor and he could see no recourse other than to support the appeal. For the edification of those in attendance Mayor Margett explained 1 the reasons for the moratorium and commented in part that he still has concerns expressed at a previous meeting about establishment of criteria for condominiums versus those for apartments... The condominiums should have more open space and amenities for quality living. He would have to support the Commission's denial in this instance. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Negative Declaration be approved and filed; 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 from the tract will not result in a violation of the existing requirements set forth in the Water Code; that the appeal be granted and the modi- fications approved. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid Mayor Margett None Request of H. Randall Stoke for a variance from the Building Code to continue to use a self locking gate across his driveway to permit the construction of a jacuzzi in an existing swimming pool. The Arcadia Municipal Code now provides for variances to be granted from the fencing requirements for swimming pools. The subject pool was built in 1950 and has always been enclosed by the gated fence across the d~iveway. Staff was concerned that if the residence is sold at some future date there would be no way to insure that the garage would not be used for parking. The City Attorney referred to other instances where a covenant has been required in the event the property changed hands. Mayor Margett declared the hearing open and H. Randall Stoke, 1040 Hampton Road, explained the configuration of his residence and the pool - that there is no way the pool can be seen or noticed from the street.. there are pools on both sides of his home, owners of which support the request. He submitted that the gate is securely locked at all times except when the trash trucks come once a week. He noted the differences in elevations both to the house and to the back.. it is a unique situation. Mr. Stoke expressed willingness to execute a covenant. 1 Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, recited a similar situation at her home and felt children must be protected from pool accidents. She also submitted a location where the pool is right inside the gate which she has noticed is sometimes unlocked. No Ole else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unani- mously. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that the request for a variance from the Building Code be GRANTED and that a covenant be executed requiring the gate to be closed at all times, in form and content 6-5-79 - 4 - 1 HEARING STREET LIGHTING (LOGANRITA) APPROVED /# D 'j..; f " HEARING (Sidewalks Live Oak) DELETED () I~ ~t.- ~ I ' C. " \ I'r' (! 7 ~l,v /\ I;- G\) , 1 . j' " ;,. ,'" f..,- 23:9793 approved by the City Attorney, AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Margett None None Staff reported that the petition for street lighting on Loganrita Avenue between Camino Real and Jeffries Avenue has been reviewed and indicates that the annual cost for the necessary five lamps would be $376.85 at current rates. The area has recently been annexed to the City and is served by the Southern California Edison Company from power poles in the street - there is no lighting and the area is not in a lighting maintenance district. Mayor Margett declared the hearing open and no one desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously. It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call. vote as follows that staff be authorized to proceed with this installation, pursuant to staff's report, and to place the area in Zone B of the Consolidated Lighting District. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Margett None None The City Council received a petition against sidewalks on the north side of Live Oak Avenue which is part of Temple City's Live Oak street improvement project. This is a cooperative venture wherein Arcadia has agreed to pay the cost of the construction of curb, gutter, sidewalks and driveway aprons. It was noted in the staff report that the Arcadia Unified School District initiated the recommendation for the sidewalks on the north side. Mayor Margett declared the hearing open and Bob Slaby, 283 W. Live Oak Avenue, said in part that his property is one of two that faces Live Oak - that most of the others face on side streets... there are no children on Live Oak who would be using the sidewalk - and that there is no need to go to the expense.. sidewalks are not needed nor wanted. He would like curbs and gutters because the streets can't be swept adequately. James LeGros, 2811 Longley Way, reiterated that children would not be using the sidewalk to get to school---that they are not permitted to cross the street to the north side - they must walk on the south side 'to the corner where there is a crossing guard. Harvey Biggs, 2822 Caroline Way, said in part that it may be that a retaining wall will have to be constructed to prevent further erosion of his property and that his driveway approach will have to be changed - all at an expense for something he did not want, Howard Berkey, 2824 Holly Avenue (corner of Live Oak) noted that children would not use the sidewalk as they are to walk on the south side of the street. He would have to have his landscaping including sprinklers removed to make way for the sidewalks. He probably would have to struggle with the erosion problem allover again. He felt the money could be better spent elsewhere. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried unanimously. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino that the Director of Public Works be instructed to cause the sidewalks to be deleted and curbs and gutters constructed. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Margett None None 6-5-79 - 5 - 23:9794 AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION HEARINGS SCHEDULED ,) \! TRACT NO. 34457 DlAL-A-RIDE I ~,,'I /- y ~NSURANCE 'I rl ~:I FIREWORKS LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE 'L r ~\;~ RESOLUTION NO. 4830 ADOPTED (Bikeway Project) ~ r I () () .J I Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, asked the City Council to consider creating a local Energy Conservation Commission and/or a Solar Energy Commission. Mrs. Hofer also referred to an agenda item concerning sale of fireworks by the American Legion and expressed opposition to the sale of fireworks, however, she did feel the fireworks display in the County Park would be all right. v Rita Waldie, President of the West Arcadia Business & Professional Association, spoke to an agenda item concerning a request for the elimination of on-street parking on Duarte Road between Lovell and Baldwin Avenues, and the installation of a continuous left turn lane at Baldwin and Duarte by the installation of a directional left turn signalization. In response to a question Mrs Waldie said in part that the Association has 100 members; that she had support from about 25 members for the requests and no opposition had been received. Mrs. Waldie was advised that this matter will be before the City Council in public hearing proceedings on June 19. It was suggested that Mrs. Waldie notify the members of this date and the requests the association have presented to the City Council. I CONSENT ITEMS I Planning Commission Resolution 1103 recommending approval of a zone change from C-l to R-3 for the property at 9808 - 9828 W. Naomi and 1302-1320 S. Golden West Avenue - JUNE 19, 1979. IPlanning Commission Resolution 1102 making findings of fact and denying a conditional use permit for an addition to a restaurant at 116 E. Live Oak Avenue. APPEAL has been filed on this - JULY ~, 1979. I Request from the West Arcadia Business and Professional for elimination of on-street parking on Duarte Road and of a continuous left turn lane - JUNE 19, 1979. Association installation APPROVED final map of Tract 34457 for an eight-unit residential condominium at 18-26 Lucile Street. APPROVED an agreement between the City and Wilbur Smith and Associates for consultant services in connection with the Dial-a-Ride Program; and AUTHORIZED the Mayor and City Clerk to execute same in form approved by the City Attorney. APPROVED the excess coverage for workers compensation insurance (outlined in a report dated June I, 1979) and RENEWED the contract with Fred S. James and Company at an annual fee of $9,000 for the fiscal year 1979-80. ADOPTED the general liability insurance program (outlined in a report from the Huntington Associates, Inc., dated May 14, 1979). WAIVED the business license fee for the sale of fireworks by the American Legion Post 247 between July I and 4, 1979. 1 AUTHORIZED the City Manager to execute an agreement in form approved by the City Attorney with White's Landscape Service, Inc., in the amount of $145 per month to maintain the landscaping of the parking lot in Parking District No.2, as recommended by the Parking Place Commission. The City Attorqey presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4830 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR BIKEWAY FUNDS AUTHORIZED UNDER SB 821 AND DESIGNATING A BIKEWAY PROJECT." It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of the 6-5-79 - 6 - 1 ( " EQUIPMENT PURCHASE (Word Processing) INSURANCE REDUCTION REQUEST (JUNE 19) ", ~ () ~ 1 ~'. CHAMBER of COMMERCE SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER 23:9795 full text be waived and that the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Margett None None All of the Consent Items were APPROVED on MOTION by ,Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Margett None None On recommendation of the City Manager, and pursuant to a report dated May 20, it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried on roll call vote as follows that word processing equipment be purchased from Xerox Corporation in the amount of $19,970. (Funds in the Federal Revenue Sharing Program 1978-79). AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Margett None Councilman Saelid, due to this business affiliation None The Nu-Way Rubbish Company request for consideration of a reduction in the liability insurance requirements pursuant to AMC 6434.5 for refuse services (commercial pickup). Jim Mnoian, 1145 Valencia Way, spoke at length concerning the request and asked Council to require the same limit as other cities, or to reduce the amount to at least I million instead of the 2 million for each accident occurrence. He noted that the company does about five percent of its business in Arcadia and about 90% of that is from Santa Anita Race Track which is in operation only four months out of the year. He continued in part that the Arcadia requirement places a real burden on the Company and asked Council to consider the reduction. He submitted that he would be glad to submit to the City their loss history which has been excellent. He indicated contacts with about 20 insurance agencies have not revealed a company which would insure for the two million. Paul Mnoian, 501 Arbolada, noted in part that although there are five commercial rubbish haulers licensed in the City, only three are effectively operating in the City and submitted part of the history of commercial operators. The Finance Director said in part that he had discussed this with the City's insurance broker and was advised that this type of operation is consi.dered by the brokers as being a very high risk business. He said there are companies that write the type of insurance required in this instance and will impart this information to Mr. Mnoian. Also in response to an interest expressed by Councilman Saelid the Finance Director will check into the dollar impact on the City in terms of coverage by reducing the limit to one million dollars for all rubbish haulers. This will be on the JUNE 19 agenda. The Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce submitted an endorsement of a joint working proposal between the Chamber and the Senior Citizens Commission whereby the senior citizens would contribute their time working in various Chamber member businesses throughout the City and in return for their services the businesses would make a tax deductible donation toward a proposed Senior Citizen Center. 6-5-79 - 7 - ORDINANCE NO. 1678 ADOPTED ,/ ORDINANCE NO. 1679 INTRODUCED I- ORDINANCE NO. 1681 INTRODUCED { RESOLUTION NO. 4826 ADOPTED /' 23:9796 During this consideration Richard Closson, 1230 Oakwood Avenue, said in part that he would have to check this out with the Chamber officers and would endeavor to answer the concerns expressed by Council, i. e., liability and the like. The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No, 1678 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 5 TO ARTICLE IX OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING PROCEDURES FOR SURFACE MINING PERMITS AND FOR REVIEW OF RECLAMATION PLANS." It waS MOVED by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of the full text be waived and that the same be ADOPTED. 1 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Margett None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1679 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 6 TO ARTICLE I OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE MAKING SECTION 1094.6 OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE APPLICABLE TO JUDICIAL REVIEW OF ANY DECISION BY THE CITY COUNCIL, ANY COMMISSION, BOARD, OFFICER OR AGENT OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PURSUANT TO SECTION 1094 5 OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE." It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of the full text be waived and that the same be INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Parry, Pellegrino, 'Saelid, Margett None Councilman Gilb (as he felt the timing inappropriate). The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1681 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY REPEALING DIVISION 3 OF PART 3, CHAPTER 5 OF ARTICLE II ENTITLED WATER DEPARTMENT DEPRECIATION AND RESERVE FUND AND ADDING A NEW DIVISION 3 THERETO ENTITLED WATER FACILITIES REPLACEMENT FUND." Discussion ensued on this ordinance and Section 2 - 2533.2. SOURCE - was amended to read "The source of funding shall be general water revenues. Each fiscal year, beginning with the close of the 1978-79 fiscal year, an amount shall be transferred from the Water Fund to the Water Facilities Replacement Fund in accordance with Council directive. All interest accrued shall remain in the fund." It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance No. 1681, as amended, be INTRODUCED. 1 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Margett None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4826 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA MAKING SECTION 1094.6 OF THE CALIFORNIA CODE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE APPLICABLE TO JUDICIAL REVIEW OF ANY DECISION BY THE CITY COUNCIL, ANY COMMISSION, COMMITTEE, BOARD, OFFICER OR AGENT OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PURSUANT TO SECTION 1094.5 OF THE GAL IFORNIA CODE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE." 6-5-79 - 8 - 1 1 F ~LAlM REJECTED (Hurd) RECREATION I~~l APPOINTMENTS ,-f !\ ADJOURNMENT 5 p.m. June 19 / 23:9797 It was MOVED by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of the full text be waived and tpat the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Hargett Councilman Gilb None On MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and on recommendation of the City's Claim Adjuster and the City Attorney the claim of Kenneth and Stacey Hurd was rejected. Motion was carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Parry, Pellegrino, Saelid, Hargett None None The Superintendent of Parks and Recreation reported on statistics for the summer recreation activities and noted that in some instances registrations are over last year and the programs are indeed self supporting. In response to an inquiry he submitted that the department will be investigating other possibilities for camp sites. Some discussion held on forthcoming appointments to the Board and/or Commissions. An endeavor will be made by Council to make new appointments if possible by June 19, particularly for the Planning Commission on which there will be two vacancies, Councilman Saelid MOVED to ADJOURN the meeting to 5 p.m. June 19 in memory of four Arcadia residents who lost their lives in the recent DClO aiJ; crash. Allen Bryson Ross Pohlson Carl Entner Eugene Bugaj ski 844 San Simeon 2730 Longley Way 298 Sierra Oaks 1645 Perkins Drive The following statements were made for the official record. SAELlD: "Arcadia was hit hard. Four familites in this community were affected when that plane went down. Our people do a lot of traveling and we have many very fine people in this community. 1 didn't know any of these other than Allan Bryson whom 1 considered to be a good friend and I wish I had known him better. He was the kind of a person who enjoyed talking with you about city matters. He wasn't the kind who looked at you and thought "somehow I don't trust you - you're up there doing something against me." He wasn't that type at all. He put his confidence in you and he would let you know if he didn't agree with what was going on but he was a joy to know - he was a very active man in terms of his church which was the Temple City Baptist Church. 1 went to the services there this last week. He was active in his community. He was a quiet man - he wasn't the type who came on strong. He was sincere and a hard worker - he was an outstanding member of the ARCO Corporation. He was an MIT graduate. We tend to think of these people as scientists or engineers - they sometimes get into that category, but Allen was more than that. He was a very fine human being and 1 consider myself to be better for having known him and I think each one of us here would feel the same way had we had the opportunity. I wish 1 could say something about the others but 1 just did not know them. I would say I would like to think that we could close this meeting and keep the families of these men in our prayers because they are going through a very rough time now - all of them I understand left children." 6-5-79 - 9 - ADJOURNMENT 23:9798 PARRY: Noted that at a recent event Allen Bryson was present... "In fact 1 talked with him about 10 or 15 minutes - I think that was on the 20th and then of course the plane crash was the next week end. 1 also knew him personally. He was a very dedicated individual. I first met him when he came to a coffee in the City. I think he was very active in public affairs.. the Speakers' Bureau and ARCO." MARGETT: "1 can probably fill in a little hit of the character and personality of Dave Pohlson. He was a neighb~r of mine and was very active in the West Arcadia Little League when our children were playing baseball. He was a very fine competent electrical engineer with the Pacific Telephone Company and just really getting to the point where he was going up the corporate ladder, Dave was typified by a very mild manner - very efficient type of a person... could get the job done quietly and efficiently... he had a very fine track record as far as working with youth and he was very active in his church." Meeting adjourned to 5 p.m, JUNE 19, 1979 in the Conference Room. Motion to adjourn seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried. ~A~cuZt Mayor (/ """', ? M~~)Jt~ City Clerk / ~ 6-5-79 - 10 - 1 1