HomeMy WebLinkAboutDECEMBER 21,1976_2
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 2l, 1976
The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in regular session
on Tuesday, December 21, 1976 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber
of the Arcadia City Hall.
Rev. Margaret Stevens, Santa Anita Church
Councilman Jack Saelid
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
On MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Margett and
carried unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of December 7
were APPROVED.
Certificates of appreciation were presented to Jay Schellin and
Richard Crowell, members of the San Gabriel Valley Senior Babe Ruth
Championship Team.
Mayor Lauber presented a plaque to Russ Scharman in appreciation for
his efforts and accomplishments while a member of the Sister City
Commission. Mr. Scharman responded and expressed pride in the work of
the Commission and in the City itself.
Councilman Gilb, as President of the Arcadia Tournament of Roses,
made the following report and presentation:
"On behalf of the Tournament of Roses Association it is my pleasure
tonight to make a presentation. In 1974 the City of Arcadia contributed
$3000 to the Tournament of Roses Float; in 1975, $4000 and for 1976,
$2500. It waS necessary to receive this money ahead of time in order
to make a down payment on our float. This year the float for the City
of Arcadia will cost some $l5,500. We have tried to do the best we
could in building the float. We have at the same time paid our $500
entry fee to the Tournament of Roses Association. We have paid $lOO
a month, which is new this year, to the Chamber of Commerce for their
services besides the printing of postage which will cost us some $2,300.
This year the key to our success has been the doubling of our community
membership from 200 to 400 members. This year the Tournament of Roses
Association will have an extremely fine representation in the parade -
and if anyone would like to see the float we will be there from 3
o'clock of the morning of the parade until it takes off at 8:l5. We
are the l8th float in the unit. If anyone is not doing anything about
2:30 that morning you can come by and visit. The Tournament of Roses
Association Board feels very grateful about the help and support we
received from the City. We are extremely proud of the efforts of the
community, the businesses and our Board in some of the events we have
had this year. I will relate just a couple of them. The Las Vegas night
brought us $2873; the infield picnic brought us $724; the Wine Shed
Mixer at the Race Track brought $1700; the Auto Show $3l00; the
Coronation Ball $1365 and the Workout Breakfast $1,414
(last year it was $600). 'We received some '$10,000 in
membership dues. Arid" it with a great'deal of pleasure
that I at this time officially announce that the Tournament
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APPOINTMENT
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Parking Place
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of Roses Association is no longer on the City dole for funds. We
hope to be self sufficient and we would like to present this $2500
check in return for your contribution to be put back in the City
Treasury. Thank you very much."
Mayor Lauber accepted the check on behalf of the City and congratulated
the Association wishing it continued success. The check was then turned
over to the Finance Director. Councilman Saelid commended Councilman
GLlb for his leadership this year in his capacity of President and said
it has been his desire for some time to see the Tournament of Roses self-
supporting and noted the increase in costs; that to be in a position to
turn back some funds to the City is outstanding.
The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Dr. James Chinn I
newly appointed to the Parking Place Commission. This term will expire
June 30, 1979.
H, R. Stoke, 1040 Hampton Road, expressed interest in any Council action
for a soccer field on the north parking lot area of the City Hall. He
hoped it could become a reality by September 1977. He was adviaed
that soccer will not be discussed at this meeting but will receive
Council attention at the time the Capital budget is being reviewed.
Consideration of the lease proposals for city~owned property at 230 N.
Second Avenue was continued from November l6 to this date and staff
recommended that these proposals be rejected and authorization be
granted staff to solicit new proposals with the inclusion of a 30 day
cancellation clause. This clause had not been required previously.
Mayor Lauber declared the hearing open and no one desiring to speak the
hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by
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 all proposals be and they are hereby rejected and that
staff be authorized to solicit new proposals incorporating a 30 day
cancellation clause with a minimu~ acceptable rental figure of $200 per
month. Staff to submit recommendations on the new proposals.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
The Planning Commission by Resolution No. 965 recommended a General
Plan designation of Commercial for Annexation No. 46 (Uninhabited)
(3905-5l Huntington Drive). Staff advised on the procedure which
must be followed prior to the time the Local Agency Formation
Commission considers the matter. The Agency has decided the area
in question is within Arcadia's Sphere of Influence. Mayor Lauber
declared the hearing open and no one desiring to be heard the hearing
waS CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid
and carried unanimously. Councilman Gilb MOVED to approve the
annexation and file the Negative Declaration; that Council finds the
project will not have a substantial adverse impact on the environment.
Motion seconded by Councilman Margett and carried unanimously.
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Whereupon the City Attorney presented, explained the content and read
the title of Resolution No. 4599 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTABLISHING A GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATION
OF COMMERCIAL FOR ANNEXATION NO. 46 (3905-3951 HUNTINGTON DRIVE)."
It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Margett and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text
,be waived and that same be ADOPTED.
AYES: Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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Council received a draft of a proposed ordinance on the legalization
of bingo in the City. It was noted that June 9, 1976 was the effective
date allowing cities the local option to legalize bingo for charity.
Mayor Lauber declared the hearing open and Jerry Bernstein, President
of the Foothill Jewish Temple Center Mens Club, who had previously
petitioned Council to legalize bingo for qualifying religious organi-
zations reiterated his statement that many churches are havirig
trouble raising funds. He asked Council to favorably consider this as
they would like to open its doors for bingo subject to all rules and
regulations imposed by the City. He explained the operation of the
game as it would be run by the Mens' Club of which there are about 75
members. In response to a question he said the Board of Directors
would be willing to file a complete financial report as required by
the proposed ordinance; that all funds would be kept separate as
required by State; that they would not be opposed to operating on a
one year basis after which Council could re-evaluate the situation...
that they would abide by whatever restrictions the City sees fit to
impose.
John Hurley, Manager of Elks Lodge No. 2025, 27 W. Huntington Drive,
asked Council to look favorably on permitting bingo as the revenue
derived therefrom would assist in the charitable work carried on by
that organization.
Leon Mott, Financial Secretary of the local Knights of Columbus, spoke
in favor of bingo and noted that all members would like to play bingo
for charitable purposes and the Board of Directors would be willing to
file financial statements.
The City Attorney advised on the content of the proposed ordinance and
the requirement that organizations, churches and the like would have to
qualify for exemptions through the State Franchise Tax Board and the
Internal Revenue Service. .this could be worked out at a later time. The
matter before Council at this time is whether or not to permit bingo under
specific rules and regulations. It was also noted in particular that
under the law the public would have to be admitted to the games.. not
just the members of an organization... all those appearing before
Council said they were aware of this.
The problems encountered by other cities were explored to some extent
and it was the consensus of Council that the proposed ordinance should
be re-evaluated and that the organization representatives review the
proposed ordinance with the City Attorney in an endeavor to protect the
City and its citizens and still allow bingo by bona fide charitable
organizations. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman
Saelid and carried unanimously that the hearing be continued to
FEBRUARY l5, 1977; that the Mayor appoint an ad hoc committee to work with
the organizations and the City Attorney; that the ordinance be redrawn
and submitted to the Council on that date.
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A public hearing was scheduled for January 4, 1977 on the appeal
filed from some of the conditions of approval imposed by the
Planning Commission on a lot split at 201 and 205 W. Orange Grove
Avenue.
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A public hearing was scheduled for February l, 1977 on the appeal
filed from the denial of the Planning Commission for a conditional
use permit to allow a Sambo's Restaurant at 101 W. Huntington
Drive. The Planning Director noted that the plans are being
revised which the Commission will review at its first meeting in
January.
The Planning Commission by Resolution No. 967 granted a conditional use
permit for an automobile storage yard at 135-41 Wheeler Street. All
conditions were set forth in the resolution along with an additional
one "that the conditional use permit shall run concurrent with s valid
towing contract with the City for this property." This application had
been filed by the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. It was MOVED by
Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call
vore as follows that the action of the Commission be and it is hereby
RATIFIED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council
None
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NO. 31651
Final Map
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NO. 31656
Tentative Map
Ext. granted
HILLSIDE
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MORATORIUM
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NO. l582
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On MOTION by Councilman Margett, seconded by Councilman Parry and
carried unanimously the recommendation of the Planning Commission was
APPROVED in connection with the final map of Tract No. 3l65l. This
tract complies with the tentative map. The developer proposes to
construct a seven unit condominium at 343 Colorado Boulevard.
On recommendation of the Planning Commission it was MOVEP by Councilman
Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously that a three
(3) mont.h extension be grated t.he develop'er of Tract No. 31656 (400-410
W. Foothill Boulevard).
Councilman Saelid had previously brought up the possibility of placing I
a moratorium for a specific period of time on hillside development and
Council referred the matter to the Planning Commission. The Commission
subsequently recommended a moratorium on such development and appointed
an ad hoc committee to draft the, regulations relating thereto.
Reference was made to communications from Al Coke, Meeker Development
Company, and Willimn Beckwith, asking that certain areas be excluded
from any moratorium. They were, however, in favor of the standards
being considered. It was pointed out that the development referred to
by Messrs. Coke and Beckwith would have to go through the same process
as when the tracts were denied which denial was based primarily on the
impact on the environment.
The City Attorney advised that under the State Law a moratorium would
initially be limited to four months and it can be extended. The
Director of Public Works explored the extent of work done on this
tract; that it could not be certain that the same conditions would
apply when the tract was resubmitted; that new conditions would have to
be considered.
Irvin Livingston, 1927 Highland Oaks Dr., representing the Highlands
Homeowners' Association, stated in part that the existing regulations
are no longer appropriate and that the Board of Directors is in hopes
some new regulations will be formulated.
John Haigh, 1250 Oakglen, was in favor of a moratorium without excluding
any area.
The individual Council members voiced their position on the moratorium
and it was unanimous, although Mayor Lauber felt that moratoriums have
a very negative effect on busin~ss and other elements, however, she was
affirmative along with the other Council members.
The City Attorney then read in full Ordinance No. 1582, entitled: "AN
URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA IMPOSING A MORATORIUM ON
DEVELOPMENT OF HILLSIDE AREAS, ADOPTING ZONING REGULATIONS FOR HILLSIDE
AREAS REQUIRING A LAND USE PERMIT PRIOR TO USES BEING UNDERTAKEN,
ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS OR APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE MAPS FOR ANY
DIVISION OF lAND, AFTER DECEMBER 20, 1976 AND DECLARING THE URGENCY
THEREFOR. "
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It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text
be waived and that same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council
None
Non€:
Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
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Council received the revised rules and regulations to govern Wilderness
Park. It was the consensus that these were far superior to the original
and exactly what was needed. The City Attorney then presented, explained
the content and read the ti.tle of Resolution No. 4588, entitled: "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTING REVISED
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"RULES ESTABLISHED FOR USE OF WILDERNESS PARK" AND APPROVING "POLICIES
ESTABLISHED FOR USE OF WILDERNESS PARK."
It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Par~y and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text
be waived and that same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
PROPOSITION Council was apprised of a priority plan of expenditures under the 1976
INO. 2 BOND ACT Proposition No. 2 Bond Act. Cities with a population of less than 3,275
FUNDS I fl ' would each receive $lO,OOO and the remaining funds would be equally
r I. t-{ I I ("distributed on a per capita basis to all cities. The monies to be used
. (<,./(11..for the acquis~tion and development of recreation areas. Arcadia could
, I, I, pr; recei ve approxLmately $l35, 000. Staff advised of the need to act
~u quickly by resolution.
RESOLUTION
NO. 4600
ADOPTE~
The City Attorney then presented, explained the content and read the
ti tie of Resolution No. 4600, enti tied: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CI TY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ENDORSING THE PRIORITY PLAN FOR
EXPENDITURE FOR JURISDICTIONS WITHIN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FROM
THE NEJEDLY-HART STATE, URBAN, AND COASTAL PARK BOND ACT OF 1976."
It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Parry and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text
be waived and that same be ADOPTED.
AYES: '
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
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At this time the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency joined with the City_
Council in the following considerations.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Agency Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
ABSENT: None
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'APPROVAL
On MOTION by Member Margett, seconded by Member Gilb and carried
unanimously the minutes of the November 16 regular meeting were
approved.
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Mayor Lauber announced that the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency is meeting
with the City Council for the purpose of holding a joint public hearing
on the lease of 135-141 Wheeler Avenue (Redevelopment Agency property).
This is the property under consideration for lease to the G & STowing
Service for $300 per month for providing towing and impounding service
to the City and in addition to the lease fee they would provide free
towing service to the City within a radius of 30 miles. This contract
is cancellable within 30 days and the tenant has agreed to improvements.
Although Councilman Gilb had originally voted against granting the
towing contract to this firm he said he has made extensive inquiries
and finds it to be a very reputable firm.
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During the discussion it was noted that, this is Redevelopment Agency
property and something other than a towing service might come along
for the location and the Agency might sell. Hcwever, it was submitted
that G & S have agreed to the 30 day cancellation clause; that this is
part and parcel of the contract which has been signed.
Mayor Lauber then declared the hearings open and Mrs. Johanna Hofer,
875 Monte Verde, stated in part that it is sad that the matter of
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RESOLUTION
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redevelopment did not go before the electorate; that she objected to
the issue itself and asked Council to give it more thought.
Shelvy L. Day, dba G & S Towing Service, answered questions concerning
the charges and submitted the extent to which he has gone to obtain
suitable property within the radius requirement of the City; that the
subject location is the only one thus far which the City would approve.
No one else desiring to be heard the hearings were closed on MOTION by
Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call
vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council and Agency Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
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It was then MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and
carried on roll call vote as follows that all proposals for the lease
of l35-4l Wheeler Avenue be and they are hereby REJECTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council and Agency Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4601, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING THE LEASE OF l35-4l WHEELER AVENUE, CITY
OF ARCADIA, BY THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA TO
SHELVY L. DAY, DBA G & S TOWING SERVICE AND FIND THAT THE $300 PER
MONTH RENTAL PRICE IS NOT LESS THAN ITS FAIR VALUE."
It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text
be waived and that same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council and Agency Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
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The Attorney then presented, explained the content and read the title
of ARA Resolution No. 29, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING THE LEASE OF 135-141 WHEELER
AVENUE, ARCADIA TO SHELVY L. DAY, DBA G & S TOWING SERVICE AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE AGENCY TO EXECUTE THE SAME."
It was MOVED by Member Saelid, second by Member Gilb and carried on
roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text be waived
and that same be ADOPTED.
AYES: Council and Agency Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
NOES: None
ABSENT: None I
This is the Agency Agreement authorizing Raymond Link access to l30 E.
Santa Clara Street to make certain interior improvements to the structure
on the property. It was MOVED by Agency Member Gilb, seconded by Agency
Member Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that the
Executive Director of the Agency be authorized to execute the Agreement
authorizing Raymond Link access to l30 E. Santa Clara to make preliminary
internal work therein.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council and Agency Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
The Arcadia Redevelopment Agency portion of this joint meeting was then
ADJOURNED sine die.
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Herb Fletcher, l75 W. Lemon Avenue was concerned about accepting funds
under Proposition No. 2 Bond Act for recreation purposes and submitted
that a future City Council might decide to use the land for something
else.
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Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte verde, spoke concerning the need for a
community auditorium which she felt will not come about through service
organization donations... that such an amount of money would only be
possible by an increase in the admission tax or a hotel/motel tax.
Request for permission to hold a New Year's Eve Dance in the
cocktail lounge at the Santa Anita Lanes, 188 W. Las Tunas.
Regulations applicable for any dance permit will apply for this
one event. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman
Saelid and carried unanimously that this request be granted.
Request for a dance permit by Pepy's Station, a coffee shop, located
in the Santa Anita Lanes Building, 188 W. Las Tunas. It is
proposed to hold dances in the Banquet Room adjacent to the coffee
shop. The regulations applicable for any dance permit will also
apply. The dances would be on special occasions .. dinner dances...
not more than l2 per year. During this consideration Jubenal
Gonzales, owner of the coffee shop, stated in part that the Banquet
Room is separate from the cocktail lounge of the Bowling lanes. It
was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and
carried on roll call vote as follows that permission be granted
subject to all conditions specified in the report dated December 14,
1976.
AYES:
NOES:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
Councilman Saelid, was in opposition to issuing an annual
dance permit, but would be in favor of an event-by-event
permit .
None
ABSENT:
Council received the staff report recommending improvement of traffic
signals along Huntington Drive from Holly to Michillinda and that a
consultant be retained. The intersection of Huntington and Michillinda
is part city and part county and the Board of Supervisors have agreed
to share in the cost of upgrading and coordinating that intersection.
State gas tax funds are available for the necessary engineering and
modification work for the City-owned signals along Huntington Drive
between the above stated limits. The consultant would analyze the
problems currently being encountered and would submit a proposal which
would outline the necessary steps to be taken and equipment to be used
in achieving goals with the objective of b~ing engaged to perform neces-
sary engineering services in connection therewith.
Council agreed that the signals must be improved and it was MOVED by
Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call
vote as follows that staff be authorized to develop a Consultant's
Agreement to provide for the study of the traffic signal system on
Huntington Drive from Holly west to Michillinda and submit same to
Council for consideration.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
Council received the report on the Federal Water Pollution Control Act
PL 92-500 which requires costly installation of facilities to provide
secondary treatment for all sewage discharge into the ocean. Compre-
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hensive scientific studies conducted by the Southern California Coastal
Water Research Project have shown that alternative treatment systems
would result in environmental conditions just as satisfactory, and
perhaps preferable.
Whereupon the City Attorney presented, explained the content and read
the title of Resolution No. 4602, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA IN SUPPORT OF MODIFYING THE UNIFORM
SECONDARY TREATMENT REQUIREMENT OF PL 92-500."
Councilman
It was MOVED by/Saelid, seconded by Councilman Margett and carried on
roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text be waived
and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
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Certified copies of this resolution will be transmitted to the Los
Angeles County Sanitation District and the Environmental Protection
Agency.
The City Manager advised that the Board of Directors of the Los Angeles
County Division of the League of California Cities unanimously approved
the concept of joining with Los Angeles in the filing of an application
to require the County to set up a County Service area for its un-
incorporated areas receiving extended County services...this should
effect a substantial tax reduction in the County tax rate for those in
incorporated cities while increasing it in the unincorporated areas..
the area can be reduced in size after filing but cannot be increased.
Council reviewed the details of the application and it was MOVED by
Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously
that the application be APPROVED and be filed with the Local Agency
Formation Commission of the County.
The City Manager submitted a report on the mid-year salary adjustment
for non-represented employees and listed classifications which would
receive the increase effective January 1, 1977. The City Attorney then
presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution
No. 4597, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA ESTABLISHING MID-YEAR SALARY COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENT FOR
VARIOUS NON-REPRESENTED CITY EMPLOYEES EFFECTIVE JANUARY l, 1977."
It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text
be waived and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
Council received the communication from the Arcadia Board of Realtors
concerning violations of the Sign Ordinance. It was set forth therein
that the Board has been endeavoring for several years to assist the
City in enforcing the sign ordinance within its own membership and
has taken steps in this regard. Its cooperation and efforts will
continue. Council expressed appreciation and FILED the communication.
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The new owner of Bowling Square, Walter L. King, requested removal of
the alcoholic restriction presently applicable to its business license
and permits. Mr. King stated in part that he finds the present
restrictions place an economic hardship and competitive disadvantage in
the bowling market of today. He said he would have to discontinue the
business unless this restriction is removed; that his patrons would and
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do go to nearby cities where alcoholic beverages are permitted on the
concourse. He said he would serve only to adult leagues.
Considerable discussion ensued with Councilman Gilb and Mayor Lauber
being in favor of removing the restriction. Mr. Gilb submitted in
part that Bowling Square has gained national prominence through
televising the tournaments conducted there and that it seemed to be
a hardship on the owner if bowlers go elsewhere. Mayor Lauber stated
she felt the owners would police the lanes which are under heavy
restriction by the Alcoholic Beverage Control Board. She suggested
trying it for one year and then reevaluate. Councilman Saelid questioned
whether or not Arcadia wanted the same problems encountered by other
cities and felt Council need not take this step.
It was then Moved by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Mayor Lauber that
the restriction be removed. Councilman Saelid MOVED to table the
MOTION pending a public hearing. This motion seconded by Councilman
Parry. Councilman Margett commented in part that to him it was
incongruous to serve drinks to persons participating in athletics.
Roll call vote was then taken on the MOTION TO TABLE pending a public
hearing to be held JANUARY 4, 1977.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Margett, Parry, Saelid
Council Members Gilb, Lauber
None
The City Attorney presented, explained' the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4598, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTING AMENDED REGULATIONS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL
DOCUMENTS PURSUANT TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT OF 1970."
It was MOVED by Councilman Margett, seconded by Councilman Gilb
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
text be waived and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the
content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1577, entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 9292.2.3 TO ALLOW
ADMINISTRATIVE MODIFICATION OF CERTAIN EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS
CONSTRUCTED PRIOR TO THE ENACTMENT OF THE PRESENT CODE IN ZONES
R-O, R-l AND R-2."
It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
text be waived and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the
content and read the title of Ordinance No. l580, entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO
RECLASSIFY PROPERTY AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF LAS TUNAS DRIVE AND
EL MONTE AVENUE AND l5l AND 159 LAS TUNAS DRIVE, CITY OF ARCADIA.
It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid
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and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
text be waived and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
The City Attorney read in full Ordinance No. l58l entitled: "AN
URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADDING CHAPTER 7 TO ARTICLE
III OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE IMPLEMENTING THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA ALQUIST-PRIOLO SPECIAL STUDIES ZONES ACT BY REQUIRING
GEOLOGICAL REPORTS FOR PROJECTS TO BE LOCATED IN SPECIAL STUDIES ZONES
UN) ER SPECIFIED CIRCUMSTANCES AND TO REQUIRE CITY RECOMMENDATION OF
PROJECT, APPROVAL OR CONDITIONAL APPROVAL PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF
DEVELOPMENT PERMITS FOR THE PROJECT,"
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It was MOVED Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Margett and
carried on roll call vote as follows that Urgency Ordinance No. 1581
be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
On recommendation of the City Manager it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb,
seconded by Councilman Margett and carried on roll call vote as
follows that the two employees working above their classification,
namely Wesley Norris and Fred Bailey, on the refacing of the Huntington
Drive monuments be granted a one-time bonus of $l,OOO and $200
respectively upon completion of the work.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
Discussion ensued on the alarming increase in daytime robberies,
shoplifting, automobile and bicycle thefts, etc., as indicated in the
latest police report. It was the consensus of Council that the Police
Chief should be encouraged to request additional personnel if he deems
it necessary.
The City Attorney was requested to prepare an appropriate resolution
supporting legislation imposing a life sentence without possibility of
parole for all persons presently under death sentence convictions and
for all future convictions for first degree murder, and also for
reimposing the death penalty for commission of murder under circum-
stances traditionally abhorred by society. This will be before Council
at its next regular meeting.
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The Director of Public Works will notify interested parties that the
Executive Board of the San Gabriel Valley Association of Cities is
considering the noise emanating from the Foothill Freeway. Some
discussion held on the responsibility for the audit of the
Association. The City Manager to handle this.
At 11:35 p.m. Council entered an executive session.
Council reconvened at ll:45 p.m. and on MOTION by Councilman Gilb,
seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows
staff was AUTHORIZED to negotiate for the purchase and/or option to
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purchase land for the purpose of extending a connecting street
between Newman and Colorado.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber
None
None
ADJOURNMENT
At ll:55 p.m. the meeting adjourned to 7 p.m. January 4, 1977 in
the Conference Room.
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City Clerk
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