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HomeMy WebLinkAboutFEBRUARY 1,1977_2 22:9156 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK I ",,"'no, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL . PRESENTATION OATH OF OFFICE VISITORS WELCOMED MINUTES APPROVED PROCEDURAL ORDINANCE HEARING j (Sambo's) February 15 1 HEARING Modification ,\ ,. Appeal 1 rJ .\,\ ' ./ \ \" t MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 1977 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in regular session on Tuesday, February 1, 1977 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall. Rev. Michael DeVreis, Arcadia Christian Reformed Church Staff Member Jay Corey PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilman Gilb, Parry, Saelid Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber On MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber were excused. Mayor Protempore Saelid presented Warren Dunbar with a plaque expressing appreciation for his efforts and accomplishments while a member of the Parking Place Commission. The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Gifford Eastwood who will be a member of the Parking Place Commission to fill out the unexpired term of Mr. Dunbar. This term will expire June 30, 1980. The Boy Scout Troop 115 was welcomed and commended on its interest in city government. On MOTION by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried the minutes of January 4, 1977 were APPROVED. On MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried, the provisions of the Procedural Ordinance were waived in order to take the following actions. On MOTION by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried the hearing on the appeal filed by Sambo's Restaurant from the decision of the Planning Commission in its denial of an application for a conditional use permit to operate a restaurant at 101 W. Huntington Drive was re-set for February 15. j The agenda item concerning traffic and pedestrian signals at Rancho Road and Dexter at Foothill Boulevard was continued to March 15, 1977. V. A public hearing was scheduled for March 1 on Planning Commission's recommendation concerning a zone change from R-l (7,500) to R-O (30,000) for the Anoakia area property. An appeal was filed from the Planning Commission's approval of modi- fications for front and side yard setbacks for a proposed condominium at 480 W. Huntington Drive by adjacent property owners at 500 W. Huntington Drive (Vista de Montana Owners' Association). The appeal referred to the architectural design of the units and the four driveways exiting onto La Cadena Avenue, primarily the garage door 2-1-77 - 1 - 22:9157 openings and jecturals of garage areas the the and visual impact on the adjoining properties. proposed structure were reviewed including the plot plan. Pro- elevations, Mayor Protempore Saelid declared the hearing open and the following persons spoke in favor of the appeal: Ray McCarthy, 506 W. Huntington Drive, said in part that he is concerned about the traffic congestion which is already a hazard and the aesthetic view for those walking out the main entrance of the Vista de Montana Units at 502-504 and 506 La Cadena (across the street). He felt the garage doors will be unsightly and there is no regulation that they be kept closed. 1 Mrs. Clinton Brennan, 504 W. Huntington Drive, Unit 14, stated in part that the subject property is one of the loveliest. properties remaining in the City and that the corner should be improved in the most attractive manner possible; that by having the garages face the street anything could park in the driveway.. recreational vehicles and the like... that parking in the street is already congested. Mrs. Brennan read a communication from Mrs. Kenneth Catto~ 502 W. Huntington Drive, Unit 6, opposing the design of the proposed new condominium. Ross Morgan, Vice President of the Vista de Montana Association spoke in support of what has been said and added that there would be a danger in backing out of the garages into the busy narrow street (La Cadena). He asked that some new design be considered. Clinton Brennan, 504 W. Huntington Drive, Unit 14, agreed with what has been submitted thus far and referred to the possibility that garbage recepticles may be set outside the garage doors. He was interested in the aesthetics of the corner. Julius Valente, owner of units at 8l5~825 La Cadena spoke in opposition to the location of the garages and the view from the street when the garage doors are left open. He was in favor of improving the corner and felt something could be worked out by the architect to improve the garage location. Those against the appeal: James Pulliam, architect for the project and representing the owners of the property who reside at 1410 Oakmeadow Road, stated in part that although they could construct seven units only four are being con- templated; that much open and green space is being provided; that he has not been able to design an effective 3 bedroom unit unless the garages faced La Cadena. He said he was advised by City staff that the proposed plan was in conformance with all city regulations and had the approval of the Planning Commission in the setbacks. He noted space at the end of each unit for this purpose. He said the units would sell for between $80-$90,000 and that the plan represents the very best utilization of the property and asked Council to deny the appeal and sustain the recommendation of the Planning Commission. 1 Mayor Pro tempore Saelid announced that inasmuch as only three members of the City Council were present and if those three cannot agree on a particular position the matter will be carried over to the next meeting at which time the hearing could be reopened. It was MOVED by Council- man Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried unanimously that the hearing be CLOSED. Councilman Parry expressed concern about the ultimate appearance of the units with the garages facing La Cadena and also the safety factor.. He was informed by staff that a recent traffic count on La Cadena indicates some 1100 vehicles per day. He felt the entire Council should be present to make the decision and at this point in the pro- ceedings he would be in favor of the appeal. 2-1-77 - 2 - I / e DIJ' p:'J{I TRACT NO. 33337 Tentative Map APPROVED '0 ,p/ J p" - I(~ TRACT NO. 32817 Final Map APPROVED 22:9158 Councilman Gilb stated in part ,that he agreed with the observation of the Planning Commission in that the driveway situation is not the greatest but it does comply with the code. He noted that the property is not being developed to its ultimate as far as units are concerned and that the architect is highly recommended and constructs quality buildings; that he feels the structure would be first class. He would vote to deny the appeal and sustain the Planning Commission if and when the matter comes to a vote. Mayor Protempore Saelid observed that he was concerned at first when condominiums started being constructed in the City; that there hasn't always been the best experience with apartments although they tend to be somewhat above those in other communities, however, he is now very pleased with the condominiums. He does not like to see garages facing the street particularly adjacent to fine developments. He felt the Condominium could be redesigned to carry the residential structure over the garage and possibly then with an entrance to the garages from the east. Councilman Gilb then MOVED to REOPEN THE HEARING and continue the matter to the regular meeting of February 15. Motion seconded by Councilman Parry and carried unanimously. The transcript of this hearing will be made availab~e to Mayor Lauber and Councilman Margett prior to said meeting. The Planning Commission approved the tentative map of Tract No. 33337 which would create a four-unit condominium at 594 S. Third Avenue subject to conditions. The California Environmental Quality Act initial study did not disclose any substantial adverse change in any of the physical conditions within the affected area by this project and a Negative Declaration has been prepared and filed. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried unani- mously that the Negative Declaration be approved and filed and that the City Council finds the project will not have a significant effect on the environment and that the tentative map of Tract No. 33337-be APPROVED subject to all conditions. On recommendation of the Planning Commission it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried unanimously that the final map of Tract No. 32817 be approved. It had been submitted that the final complies substantially with the tentative map which was approved by the City Council on July 20, 1976. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION I VOTING MACHINE (COUNCIL CHAMBER) (February 15) y J) \? Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde, said in part that she anticipates the day when the citizens will vote Yes or No on Redevelopment. She suggested the use of colored flags to record the Council vote thereby saving the money which could be used toward the construction of an auditorium. She referred to the Hugo Reid closure and said she was not happy with the closure and submitted that now that the resi- dents cannot use Vaquero Road at Old Ranch Road it is difficult to move about the area with ease. She suggested a vote be taken of the residents in the area to ascertain what they want. The Assistant City Manager explained the various proposals received for a voting system in the new Council Chamber. These were submitted by Hannon Engineering, Otto K; Olson Company, California Sound Products and Fores Electronics of Pomona. Discussion ensued on the time element and it was suggested that the required conduit-wiring could be installed now while construction is still going on and Council could continue its study of the systems. Council evinced an initial interest in the proposal from Olson Company 2-1-77 - 3 - LOAN TO ARA AUTHORIZED (~\l )'1, t' BALDWIN AVENUE PAVEMENT RECONSTRUCTION y I, I c \ / --1 ~ 22:9159 and it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that the verbal proposal submitted by Olson Company, in the amount of $7,274 for the basic system, be put in writing; that the proposal include figures with and without the print-out at an estimated cost of $1,500, that same be brought back to Council at the next regular meeting at which time it can be approved or disapproved. Further that staff be authorized to proceed with the installation of the conduit-wiring. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Parry, Saelid None Councilman Margett and Mayor' Lauber 1 Pursuant to the request of the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency for funds to complete work required in the Participation Agreement with Winnaman & Link in connection with 130 E. Santa Clara Street, it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that $9,150 be appropriated from the Capital Outlay Fund to the Redevelopment Revolving Fund and loaned co the agency; the ex- penditure to be authorized by Council resolution. The City Attorney to pre- pare this resolution and an agreement for repayment of the authorized loan at 7% 'interest when the Agency money is available for repayment. Both docu" ments will be on the agenda for the next regular meeting (Feb. 15). AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Parry, Saelid None Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber Councilman Saelid stated for the record "I am voting yes on this matter but philosophically I oppose expenditures out of this fund for such things as curb improvements, driveway aprons.. things that normally would be a cost to the developer and which the City is paying in this instance, but we have made a commitment to the developer, who is working through the Agency, and I think it is only fair to proceed." Staff advised that the plans and specification for the reconstruction of the Baldwin Avenue pavement between Camino Real and Las Tunas Drive have been completed. The proposed improvement calls for removal of the existing asphaltic concrete pavement in the southbound roadway and replaced with concrete pavement. Two future projects will complete the remaining work within that portion of Baldwin Avenue. The first phase will follow the installation of a Flood Control District storm drain in the southbound lanes between Palm Drive and Naomi Avenue. In view of the proposed pavement reconstruction the District proposes to place a two-inch temporary pavement over the backfilled excavations and to credit the City with $10,700 (estimated value of the permanent patch). This amount would go toward payment of the reconstruction project. With respect to the reconstruction project the City Council has adopted a Negative EIR Declaration and the project has received a favorable field review by Caltrans and FHWA for inclusion in the Federal Aid program. 1 It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that in connection with the con- struction bytne:District of the West Arcadia Storm Drain, the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are hereby AUTHORIZED to execute an agreement, in form approved by the City Attorney, with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District; that the plans and specifications for the reconstruction of the pavement in Baldwin Avenue be APPROVED and that staff be authorized to advertise for bids for this project upon receipt of approval from FHWA. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Parry, Saelid None Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber 2-1-77 - 4 - STREET LIGHTS San Luis Rey Road MARCH 1 11~1\ 1m CONNECTION APPROVED ~ Sf j ~ ~ \' LEASE - City Property I /? ~(r' \ 4-WAY STOP SIGN (La Cadena & Fairview) V (" F\~~ '") , i\~' , I\~' Dj' , 0\~f/ TRAFFIC SIGNAL STUDY Approved r. ( \{, ..{, ,I () S. s;~~vtr (, ~ -r. ..~ , ..' .., -, ;'. , ' 22:9160 A petition with 31 signatures was filed requesting street lights on San Luis Rey Road. Four of these names are not on the current assessment roll and the 27 verified names constitute 64 percent of the ownership within the area proposed to be improved with a lighting system. The staff report dated Fabruary 1 indicates it would be necessary to install ornamental street lights with underground con- ductors. The estimated cost would be $15,000. If City policy is followed the City would contribute 75 percent of the installation cost or about $11,250. The individual property owner's share would be about $90 each. All power amd maintenance costs would be at the expense of the property owners who would benefit from the improvement. Funds are available in the unexpended Capital Improvement Program account for undergrounding and street lighting projects. A public hearing would be necessary and on MOTION by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously same was scheduled for March 1, 1977. Staff advised that an initial study was prepared for the Metropolitan Water District Connection which will be located in the dedicated right- of-way on Santa Anita Avenue, approximately in the intersection of Elkins Avenue in the City of Sierra Madre. A Negative Declaration has been prepared and both the Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District and the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California have concurred with the finding. Posting and publication requirements have been complied with. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that Council APPROVE and FILE the Negative Declaration for the MWD Service Connection (USG-6); finds that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment and that payment be authorized for the balance of $135,000 construction deposit. Funds are available in the Water Division budget. It was noted that a design deposit of $30,000 was paid on October 21, 1976, making a total of $165,000 for the connection. An additional $25,000 will be included in the 1977-78 budget to construct the piping and flow control valve between the MWD Connection and the City system. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Parry, Saelid None Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber Councilman Gilb referred to publicity to be released concerning the water situation in the City in order for the residents to be completely informed. The City Manager advised that the only response to the Notice to Bidders for the lease of City-owned property at 230 N. Second Avenue was from the present lessee, Air Logistics Corporation, who advised that the short-term cancellation clause was not acceptable, however staff has since been informed that they would be interested in a cancellation clause of 90 days. Another inquiry concerning the property has also been received. It .was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried unanimously that staff be authorized to negotiate with anyone interested in leasing the property and bring back the proposals for Council consideration. Staff advised that the area around La Cadena and Fairview Avenues has rapidly developed with condominiums and apartments and that at present traffic on Fairview is required to stop at La Cadena while that on La Cadena is not required to stop. Staff recommended the installation of another stop sign on La Cadena at Fairview making the intersection a four way stop. It was MOVED by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously that a four-way stop be installed at said intersection. On December 21, 1976 Council approved a report concerning the improvement of traffic signal system along Huntington, Drive and authorized staff to develop a consultant's agreement for the em- 2-1-77 - 5 - LEAVE of ABSENCE (McGee) { ~ \' {J '5-~\ WORK ACCEPTANCE PARK - 6th & Longden D )tk \'\ ORDINANCE NO. 1583 ADOPTED j I \' ; o V ~ \ \:" ~ CLAIM DENIED (Drusen) 22:9161 ployment of Warren C. Sieke and Associates to prepare an initial study as well as a subsequent preparation of final plans and specifications for installation of improvements necessary by the study. Council received the agreement which requires completion of the initial study within 75 days after date of execution of the agreement in a lump sum fee of $6,800. The agreement further provides for plans and speci- fications at a rate of $1,100 to $1,800 per intersection. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vore as follows that the Mayor and City Clerk be AUTHORIZED to execute the agreement in form approved by the City Attorney. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Parry, Saelid None Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber 1 On recommendation of the City Manager a leave of absence until April 1977 was granted Benjamin McGee, street sweeper operator in the General Services Division of the Public Works Department. Mr. McGee was injured while playing softball and has utilized all of his accumulated sick leave time and most of his accumulated vacation time and in addition had been granted an administrative 30 day leave of absence. Any further time must be granted by the City Council. The MOTION to grant the further leave was made by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously. 11, Upon advice that E. C. Construction Corporation has substantially completed the park at Sixth and Longden Avenues (Job No. 445) it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that the work be accepted and final payment authorized in accordance with the terms of the contract. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Parry, Saelid None Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber This Park is the Bicentennial Park and dedication is scheduled for February l7.at 3:30 p.m. In the event of rain the ceremony will be postponed one week. The City Attorney presented for second reading and adoption as a regular ordinance Ordinance No. 1583 entitled: "AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA IMPOSING A MORATORIUM ON DEVELOPMENT OF THE AREA GENERALLY BOUNDED BY FIFTH AVENUE, SECOND AVENUE, SANTA CLARA STREET AND HUNTINGTON DRIVE, DECLARING A NEED FOR A STUDY TO BE CON- DUCTED FOR PURPOSES OF RECOMMENDING AMENDMENTS TO THE CIRCULATION ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN AND LAND USE REGULATIONS FOR SAID STUDY AREA, ADOPTING ZONING REGULATIONS FOR SAID AREA, REQUIRING A LAND USE PERMIT PRIOR TO USES BEING UNDERTAKEN, ISSUANCE OF BUILDING PERMITS OR APPROVAL OF TE~TIVE MAPS FOR ANY DIVISION OF LAND IN SAID STUDY AREA AFTER JANUARY 17, 1977, AND DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREFOR." I It was MOVED by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of Ordinance No. 1583 be waived and that same be and it is hereby ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Parry, Saelid None Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber (This ordinance was adopted as an urgency ordinance on January 18.) On recommendation of the City Attorney the claim of Inter-Insurance Exchange of the Automobile Club of Southern California, Subrogee of Boyce L. Drusen for his $50 deductible was DENIED on MOTION by 2-1-77 - 6 - CLAIM DENIED I (Hawthorne) j I''''''M """wm (General Telephone) I CLAIM APPROVED """'j SEATING (NEW COUNCIL CHAMBER) J I::::: "M,:;" LIBRARY BOARD & COUNClj JUVENILE DlVERSIONj PROGRAM 22: 9162 Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Parry, Saelid None Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber On recommendation of the City Attorney the claim of Donald Ray Hawthorne for personal damages was DENIED on MOTION by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Parry, Saelid None Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber On recommendation of the City Attorney it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that the claim of the General Telephone Company be APPROVED (amount of $93,69) on the condition that the claimant deliver to the Finance Director an executed and notarized City Liability Release, approved as to form by the City Attorney, within ten days of receipt of notice to claimant from the City Attorney's office of Council approval. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Parry, Saelid None Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber On recommendation of the City Attorney it was MOVED by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the claim of Inter-Insurance Exchange of the Automobile Club of Southern California, Subrogee of John H. Tarazi and John H. Tarazi for his $50 deductible be APPROVED on the condition that the claimants deliver to the Finance Director an executed and notarized City Liability Release, approved as to form by the City Attorney, within ten days of receipt of notice to claimant from the City Attorney's office of Council approval. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Parry, Saelid None Councilman Margett and Mayor Lauber Council discussed' the seating arrangement for the new Council Chamber. Foll'owing this consideration the arrangement referred to as "z" was decided upon. Councilman Saelid, as a member of Council serving on the Committee to study a proposed bingo ordinance, reported on the progress. He felt a study session with all members of Council and the other members of the Committee would be worthwhile. This joint study session was scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Monday February 7, in the Conference Room. Councilman Gilb referred to a matter reflected in the Library Board minutes and same will be placed on the Council agenda for the next regular meeting primarily for the purpose of scheduling a meeting between Council and the Library Board. Some discussion held on the status of the finances of the West San Gabriel Valley Juvenile Diversion Project, and the present and former 2-1-77 -.7 - MORATORIUM ON HILLSIDE DEVELOPMENT ADJOURNMENT 22:9163 Council liaison members, Parry and Saelid, will obtain all of the necessary information and report back to Council with a recommendation. The Planning Director advised that they are taking every possible step to complete building requirements for hillside development, however, the four month period will not be sufficient; that just through normal process it would be 180 days. Mayor Protempore Saelid felt this should be brought back to Council for an extension of time and during the interim staff should do everything possible to expedite the proces s. At 9:20 p.m. the meeting adjourned to 4:30 p.m. February 7 in the Conference Room to hold a study session on Bingo. 1 ~ Jr: ~ L--- Mayor ATTEST: Ut;dr~/~~ City Clerk' 1 2-1-77 - 8 -