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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMARCH 1,1977_2 22:9176 OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 1 ,",'CAn", PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL WORLD OLYMPICS for the deaf ,I', P IV ~ MINUTE APPROVAL HEARING (ANOAKIA AREA - ZONING) ) i' I /) l' , ... " ,,) r 1 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING MARCH 1, 1977 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in regular session on Tuesday, March 1, 1977 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall. Rev. Leslie G. Strathern, Arcadia Congregational Church Councilman David E. Parry PRESENT: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber None Phillip Clarkson explained the need for funds to help defray the cost of sending participants to the World Games - "Olympics for the Deaf" in Bucharest, Romania. Mr. Clarkson had previously met with Mayor Lauber and was following up at this time with a public presentation. On MOTION by Councilman Margett, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried the minutes of the regular meeting of February 15 were APPROVED. The Planning Commission by Resolution No. 972 recommended a zone change from R-l (7500) to R-O (30,000) for the Anoakia area by a vote of 5 to o with one member absent and one member abstaining inasmuch as he was not present during the public hearing proceedings. The area would en- compass the Anoakia School property, Anoakia Lane, Hampton Road and Fallen Leaf Road. It has a General Plan classification of single- family residential 0-2 dwelling urits per acre. When the Anoakia area was annexed in 1975 it was automatically classified as R-l (7500) pursuant to the Arcadia Municipal Code Section 9232.6. The recommended zone change to R-O (30,000) would be consistent with the General Plan and would permit development of approximately 1.4 dwelling units per acre. It was noted that if this is approved any property owner or interested party may file for a text amendment to establish a new zone classification which would be consistent with the General Plan. Pursuant to the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act the Planning Department prepared and filed a Negative Declaration, which has reference to a zone change, not a development project. Although the matter of development is not before Council at this time the Planning Director explored an application filed by Lowry McCaslin concerning his property (the Anoakia school portion). This was originally denied by the Commission and before it was brought before Council Mr. McCaslin withdrew the application. Prior to this a petition containing 314 signatures had been filed by adjacent property owners in which an R-O (30,000) zoning was requested. For the benefit of those present it was noted that there is no specific plan for the development of the Anoakia School property before any City body and is not a direct part of the City Council deliberations. Mayor Lauber declared the hearing open and Bruce Devlin, 850 W. Orange Grove, President of the Upper Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners' Association, referred to the General Plan which was developed by staff 3-1- 77 - 1 - 22:9177 and professionals and is the reason for the high level of development and the demand for homes in the area. Mr. Devlin submitted in part that any substantial change to that plan for the economic interest of an individual and against the desires of the homeowners and the re- commendation of the Planning Commission would be untenable. Mr. Devlin asked Council to sustain the Commission's action and rezone the property to R-O (30,000). Julie Hopf, 275 W. Foothill, referred to an artist's renderings of a development for the school property which were on display in the Council Chamber and submitted that this is not the primary issue..the issue is whether Or not the subject area should be brought into conformance with the General Plan. She was in favor of the R-O (30,000) zoning because this would at least set a base for further discussions. She noted the average size of the lots in the various areas of the Upper Santa Anita Rancho area. I Helen Hauser, 1910 Highland Oaks, spoke as a realtor in part that quality homes on an estate size lot are in demand and would sell for over $200,000; and if the prp.s~nt economic trend continues there will not be another house sold in the Upper Rancho on the inside streets for less than that amount. Ed Daniells, 777 Anoakia Lane, spoke in support of the prov~s~ons of the General Plan; while it calls for R-O (30,000) it does not preclude a property owner or future developer from applying for a change of zone to perhaps 22,25,28,000 sq. ft., Nhich he felt the Planning Commission and the City Council would give consideration. Oliver Northcote, 830 W. Orange Grove, explored the past endeavors of the owner of the Anoakia property to change the zoning when the property was in the County and, the more recent application for development which was considered and denied by the City Planning Comnission and was with- drawn by the applicant before it came to Council. Reference was made to an article in the press which he hoped would not influence the Council in its deliberations. Mr. Northcote concluded by stating in part that only the zoning issue is up for decision before Council at this time. Graham Ritchie, attorney representing the owner of the Anoakia property (Lowry MCCaslin) spoke at length urging the Council to reject the recommendation of the Planning Commission and refer the matter back to the Commission with the request that it take additional time and endeavor to find the highest and ~st use of the property as he does not believe the R-O (30,000) zoning designation is in fact the highest and the best use. Renderings had been put in place which he said were not to sell the Council on a particular project but as evidence as to what is the highest and best use of the property. He submitted that the owner is satisfied that the property cannot be marketed as R-O (30,000)., that it is not the same with the properties which are protected with inner streets. He noted surrounding zoning which is not all R-O (30,000). He further stated in part that it is true some homes can be and are being I sold for over $200,000 north of Foothill but 24 homes cannot be marketed at that price within any reasonable period of time - that there isn't the mass market for estate sized lots as existed at the time the subdivisions were created to the north. The owner agrees that the mansion is certainly worth saving and that the owner was not in any way making any kind of threat when he said he will ultimately sell the property as best he can...that the only market for the property in its present state appears to be to non-profit corporations which would take it for whatever tax advantage possible. Mr. Ritchie continued that the Code says the General Plan zoning shall be in conformity but it is not a mandate. He said Mr. McCaslin would like to Save the valuable trees on the property; would like to save the mansion which is surrounded by a wall giving it a unique kind of 3-1-77 - 2 - ~ ,';F .::., ,0 , . "., . \..' ~.. ,.' 22:9178 privacy and would like to preserve the rural atmosphere. In answer to questions Mr. Ritchie submitted that Mr. McCaslin would retain title to the home, refurbish it and maintain it. He has opened the home to private social functions and has invited persons and associations to see it..that there is no intention of operating it commercially. Herb Fletcher, 175 W. Lemon Avenue, spoke to the size of lots within the City and questioned whether or not those living on smaller lots are not as good neighbors and suggested another method for developing the subject property under which no one would be hurt. He asked Council to be fair with the owner of the property. 1 Sherwood Shellingworth, 251 E, Lake, Pasadena, the proposed developer of the so-called Anoakia property, felt if a park-like setting could be created with a unique subdivision it could satisfy the demands of those who desired such a setting and still not have to maintain half- acre lots with the larger homes. He felt tnere would not be sufficient buyers for 30,000 sq. ft. lots at a cost of about $40 - $50 a sq. ft. to build. He noted the difficult task of finding a loaning institution for homes in the $250,000 category. In response to a question he stated in part that the artist's renderings which were on exhibit had been done with some engineering concept involved with the thought toward maintaining all of the mature trees on the property with as little grading as possible to the natural contours; it would have 'a country estate atmosphere..the lots would not be all the same; tennis courts, putting area. The hom~s would sell in the ne!ghborhood of'about $160,000. He expressed concern also for the mansion and said Mr. McCaslin has certain feelings towa~d the mansion and toward providing an historical spot that the City can well be proud. Mark McCaslin, son of the owner of the property, spoke of his confidence in the desires of his father and his interest in the development. He noted on a map the various zoning in the subject area. He said perhaps his father was not aware of the public hearing when the zoning was changed to R-O 30,000 sq. ft., and the fact that his property is the only vacant land in the area he is the one who must bear the brunt of that zoning. He asked about reasons for imposing the 30,000 on the Anoakia property which would make unfeasible the most profitable development of the land. Russell Page, 701 W. Foothill Blvd., speaking as a builder said in part that if the property is zoned 30,000 sq. ft., the houses would have to sell for around $250,000 which he felt is a rather substantial figure to impose on any property considering that under normal fi- nancing conditions the people who purchase 'those homes would have to put about $75,000 down and with principle, interest and taxes it would run in the neighborhood of about $1900 to $2100 a month. He would also be sorry to see tpe mansion lost to the City. 1 Bill Gaspers, Jr., an appraiser for a State Chartered Savings and Loan Company, said in part that in his experience in appraising the general area he felt the highest and best use for the entire property would be in the neighborhood of 20,000 sq. ft., however the land immediately adjacent to Anoakia Lane could be 30,000 sq. ft, lots and this would not be detrimental to the rest of the project. In response to a question Mr. Caspers said his company is not working with Mr. McCaslin. Bernard Buller, 2421 Louise, said in part that although he has no interest in the subject area he felt Council should reject any temp- tation to placing a 30,000 sq. ft. zoning on the Anoakia area with the thought that it could always be changed later; that Council does not have any obligation to put a zoning on the property so it can maximize an owner's financial return but he felt the City should treat everyone equitably. He suggested a compromise in zoning which would bring about the highest and best use.,.that the interest of Mr. McCaslin and the City would be thus best served....and that the development as shown on the renderings would certainly bring far more property taxes than the property does at the present time. 3-1-77 - 3 - 22:9179 Jerome Selmer,55 E. Arthur, speaking as Secretary to the Arcadia Historical Society, expressed concern for what will happen to the mansion. and read a statement passed by the Board "that the City Council exert efforts to insure the preservation of the mansion for the benefit of the residents and posterity." George Bond, resident of Pasadena, stated in part that he has talked with many associates who live in Arcadia; their families are raised and they would like to live in a community such as that contemplated by Mr. McCaslin, Winston Foster, 619 Sharon Road, felt Council should move ahead with some good development other than the 30,000 sq. ft. zoning....that to zone it 30,000 makes it very difficult to bring about any realistic practical development for the property. Mr. Foster suggested sending the matter back to the Planning Commission for further study. I In response to questions Lowry McCaslin, owner of the Anoakia School property, stated in part that he intends to retain and maintain the mansion with landscaping all around the building, He referred to a new proposal which would come under the Planned Development provision. It would be his idea to create a country atmosphere, with winding streets, tennis courts and the like. He was willing to develop the property with 30,000 sq. ft. on the top tier adjacent to Anoakia Lane with a lesser sq. ft. for the balance of the property. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously Councilman Margett spoke to the issue at hand which is only the zoning issue, and submitted that at this time there are no drawings or concepts of a plan before Council....that in his own opinion if the Council in effect votes for the R-O 30,000 sq. ft. the owner of the property may apply for a text amendment. He felt that what has been submitted is at least worth considering. Councilman Saelid agreed in part with Councilman Margett in that Council probably should be talking about something less than 30,000 sq. ft., however Council is constrained at this point in what there is available in the way of zoning to bring the zoning into conformity with the General Plan. He felt the General Plan designation is proper for the area and if the owner of the Anoakia property could come in with a plan which can be looked at and analyzed in terms of its appropriateness Council should probably be looking at a text amendment to accommodate that. Councilman Parry did not participate in the discussion due to a conflict of interest. (Mrs. Parry has been a teacher at the Anoakia School,) Councilman Gilb spoke to some of the comments made by the audience participants and submitted that he is certain every member of Council would like to see the mansion preserved due to its historical value. I He expressed appreciation that it had been opened at various times for specific events, however, he felt it should'be understood that the building is privately owned and the decision for it remaining or being removed is up to the owner regardless of what type of residential zoning is placed on the property. He felt the' property should be fair in development to all concerned, including Mr. McCaslin; that Mr. McCaslin has a perfect right to get what he can for his own property and that Council's responsibility is to endeavor to protect the area and the property. He submitted that a plan is not before Council at this time; that before he could vote on a change he would have to see a definitive plan. He felt the property owners will have to make themselves available to any type of proposal and meet it square on with what is really fair.....that there is a choice at this time between 7500 sq. ft, and 30,000 sq. ft. and whatever is decided upon a text amendment may be applied for, in fact, would probably be expected. He expressed great interest in a quality development for the subject area. 3-1-77 - 4 - 1 HEARING ANNEXATI ON 46 Uninhabited C-O designation APPROVED 1'310 Y 1 HEARING (LIGHTING) SAN LUIS REY RD. 9 / Y I' 22: 9180 Mayor Lauber said in part that in her op1n10n the subject area is not the same as in the center of the Upper Rancho..that it has some significant differences and referred to the clover-leaf at the Freeway, the fact that the property is situated on a Boulevard with a 4-way traffic signal and a thoroughfare to Sierra Madre. She could not envision 30,000 sq. ft. lots b~t felt it certainly should be more than 7,500 sq. ft., and suggested something between 20,000 and 22,000 sq. ft. She would like to look for a more equitable solution at this time. Extensive discussion ensued on the appropriate approach at this time: whether to return the matter to the Planning Commission; the available alternates; the fact that there is no specific text amendment; the time involved in any of these solutions; to approve the 30,000 sq, ft.; to deny the recommendation; or to continue the hearing for three or four months to see what further steps can be taken toward an under- standing. The discussion resulted in a majority Council arriving at the conclusion that it would be more app"opriate at this time to approve the Commission's recommendation. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously that Council apFrove and file the Negative Declaration and find that the project would not have a sig- nificant impact on the environment. It was further MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Margett and carried on roll call. vote as follo#s that Council sustain the Planning Commission's recommendation as set forth in its Resolution No. 972 and rezone the so-called Anoakia area property to R-O (30,000 sq. ft.) AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Margett, Saelid Mayor Lauber Councilman Parry None Planning Commission Resolution No. 976 recommending a pre zoning designation of c-o (Professional Office zone) for proposed Annexation No. 46 (3905-3951 E.. Huntington Drive.) Mayor Lauber declared the hearing open and no one desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Coun~ilrnan Parry and carried unanimously. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried unanimously that the Negative Declaration be approved and filed, and that Council finds the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. It was then MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parr; and carried on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation of the Planning Commission be approved and that said proposed annexation be designated as c-o (Professional Office Zone). AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber None None Council received staff report concerning the petItion for street lights on San Luis Rey Road. This had been filed on February 1 and this public hearing is required. Mayor Lauber declared the hearing open and the following persons addressed Council. W. O. Magelssen, 315 San Luis Rey Road, stated in part that lights should be installed in the entire Santa Anita Gardens area not just on San Luis Rey Road in which case traffic would increase on that street due to the improved lighting. Jim Stumpf, 425 San Luis Rey Road, did not favor lights .. he could foresee an increase in taxes and felt they would not be a deterrent to crime. Lee Largent, 220 San Luis Rey Road, and Helen Sansui, 312 San Luis Rey Road, were in favor. 3-1-77 - 5 - HEARING (Baldwin Av. Improvements) / \( 1\ I \ \1,- ~--- 22:9181 No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried unanimously. The Director of Public Works explained in detail what would be necessary if the entire area were to be included. However, it was pointed out that what is before Council at this time is only the petition from residents on San Luis Rey Road. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Margett and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Director of Public Works be authorized to proceed with the preparation of plans and specifications for the subject installation. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber None None I Council received a staff report and other material related to a proposed median on Baldwin Avenue between Huntington Drive and Fairview Avenue. This material had been reviewed by Council on January 18 at which time this public hearing was scheduled. During the interim the Director of Public Works had met with the West Arcadia Business and Professional Association. The report included traffic volume and accident statistics for the subject roadway and the geometrics of the existing and proposed eight foot wide landscaped median. The feasi- bility and practicality of the elimination of on-street parking on the west side of Baldwin in order for a painted continuous left turn lane to be installed to improve the safety of left turns was explored. This would also keep the roadway open for emergency use and reversible traffic lane operations during peak traffic hours. Mayor Lauber declared the hearing open and Henry Hege, 550 W. Duarte Road, representing the West Arcadia Business & Pro: Assn. who felt the median would be detrimental to the businesses as it would prevent left turn ingress and egress to their respective businesses onto the one street where there is access and that these effects would be much greater than the benefits which would be derived. He noted in par- tiCular the problem which would occur relative to the annual West Arcadia Band Review. He was in favor of the continuous left turn in the middle of the street and submitted that the businesses on the west side of Baldwin would be willing to give up the parking on that side if the median were not installed and the painted left turn lane substituted. Other areas were submitted where this type of solution for left turns is being followed successfully. Others speaking included Ed Troy, representing the Sizzler, at 855 S, Baldwin, Chip Markle, Kentucky Fried Chicken, soon to be located adjacent to the Sizzler. Both spoke in opposition to the construction of a median and favored a continuous painted left turn lane which would be less expensive and would have positive results, Myron E. Smith, representing the Marie Callendar facility, agreed with the former speakers and suggested trying the suggestion for a couple of years. John Dean, representing the Great Western Savings & Loan spoke to the I inconvenience to the customers if a median should be installed and asked Council to take into consideration the investment being made in a new building. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously. Council expressed appreciation to the merchants in the subject area for their input and the suggested alternative which would not only be a considerable savings of City funds, but would be favorable to the businesses in terms of revenue which would in turn increase the sales ta~ to the City. It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Margett and carried on roll call vote as follows that Council finds the project will not have a substantial effect on the environment; that the Director of Public Works be authorized to proceed with the installation 3-1-77 - 6 - HEARING SCHEDULED 1 TRACT NO. 33372 Tentative Map APPROVED , 6:Y I I) v,s/\ ANNEXATION REQUEST r; r.1-- 11D I~AA"" SCHEDULED March 15 PROCEDURAL ORDINANCE WAIVED ~'.<'.' ..J".- .,'. . '+." 22:9l82 of a continuous left turn lane conforming to the West Arcadia Business & Professional Association recommendation and that Council receive a report on the efficiency of this operation in approximately one year from the date of installation. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber None None Public Hearing scheduled for March 15 on the appeal filed concerning the operation of a general auto repair garage and towing service at 149 La Porte Street (Res, No, 977). The Planning Commission recommended approval of the tentative map of Tract No. 33372 which would create a six unit condominium at 810 Naomi Avenue subject to conditions. It was MOVED by Council~an Parry, seconded by Councilman Margett and carried unanimously that the Negative Declaration be approved and filed and that Council find the project will not have a significant effect on the environment. It was further MOVED by Councilman Parry, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously that the tentative map be and it is hereby APPROVED subject to all specified conditions. Council received the request from Sam J. Falzone for annexation to the City his property' 10,cat,ed nprth of Mohawk Street west of Michillinda, known as Tract No. 31978 - now in County territory. This is adjacent to property owned by the City of Monrovia on which a water pump and well are located. The City of Monrovia has also asked that this particular property be considered for annexation to Arcadia along with that of Mr, Falzone. Mr, Falzone advised that he is currently developing his property with single family residences and desired it to become part of Arcadia through annexation proceedings. He also requested water service to his subdivision from Arcadia. Council desired an economic and service ability analysis including this property and that to the north on Michillinda. Council was in favor of providing water to the subject tract, It was MOVED by Councilman Margett, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote that the proposed subdivision be permitted to receive water service from Arcadia. AYES: NOES: ABS TAIN : ABSENT: Council Members Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber None Councilman Gilb None As to the Monrovia Water property staff felt something might be worked out as that reservoir is much better located for Arcadia than Monrovia and it is possible an exchange of water properties could be arranged, Public hearings were scheduled for March 15 on the following: 1. Planning Commission recommendation for an extension of Urgency Ordinance No. 1582 (Hillside Development Moratorium) to December 21, 1977. 2. Planning Commission recommendation for an extension of Urgency Ordinance No. 1583 (area bounded by Fifth Avenue, Second Avenue, Santa Clara Street and Huntington Drive), In order to take items out of agenda sequence it was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unani- mously that the provisions of the Procedural Ordinance be waived. 3-1-77 - 7 - LIBRARY GROUNDS (CARNIVAL) ~ , .I I~ \l t' [\ 11. ~ ,1''/ f\ .,1' ~ \ I' " l \ ..J \. ORDINANCE NO. 1584 AbOPTED (BINGO) ) (" I / " RESOLUTION NO. 4613 LICENSE FEES (BINGO) I , r: \ , MINUTES APPROVED HEARING 'j, II 22: 9183 On MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried unanimously permission was granted the Arcadia Rainbow Girls to use the parking lot at the City Library for a carnival consisting of pony rides, food booths and the like on Saturday, June 18, 1977 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. subject to conditions as specified and the filing of an appropriate certificate of insurance. During this con-, sideration Beverly Ramsey, 5011 Baldwin Avenue, Temple City, explained the activities which will be primarily for the third and fourth grade children. The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1584 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADDING DIVISION 6 TO PART 1, CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE IV OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE ALLOWING NON-PROFIT CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS TO CONDUCT BINGO GAMES." I It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Parry and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading Ordinance No. 1584 be waived and that same be and it is hereby ADOPTEb. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4613, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTABLISHING A FEE FOR ISSUING BINGO LICENSES AND A FEE FOR RENEWAL OF BINGO LICENSES." In reviewing the content it was noted that the recommended license fee is $20 per date for the first three dates plus $6 for each additional date. Renewal fee would be the same with a maximum of $66 per year. During this consideration Angeline Iarossi of the Holy Angels Church Italian Catholic Federation, spoke to the amount of the fee and hoped it would not preclude the members from enjoying bingo. John Joseph submitted that processing the applications of groups such as the Senior Citizens and the Federation should not consume as much time for investigation as others and perhaps they could qualify for a waiver of fees. It was noted that the proposed resolution provides that the City Council may, at its descretion, authorize a refund of any license or renewal fee if the applicant requests such a refund on the application and if the applicant signs a sworn statement that all proceeds will be paid out in cash prizes to the participants of the game for which the proceeds are collected. It was then MOVED by Councilman Margett, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text of Resolution No. 4613 be waived and that same be adopted. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber None None I JOINT MEETING WITH THE ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY On MOTION by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Saelid and carried unani- mously the minutes of the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency for February 15 were APPROVED. Request for authority to acquire property known as 211 and 215-223 E. Huntington Drive and consideration of Disposition and Development Agreements for the sale and development of these properties, The total land area proposed to be acquired is approximately 162,945 sq. ft. The Economic Coordinator explained the benefits to be derived from 3-1-77 - 8 - I RESOLUTION NO. ARA-32 ADOPTED : ,;: , 1 l' 1')/ "/ /1- I WORK I AOO",,,,, , 11--1/1 J y/ ADJOURNMENT 22:9184 the proposed land assembly and submitted the acquisition costs and the potential disposition,. this latter figure would exceed the acquisition costs but the excess could be used to offset costs associated with the acquisition and clearance of the properties. The acquisition cost of 211 E. Huntington Drive would be $161,710 and 215-223 E. Huntington would be $197,120 .. total of $358,830, The Disposition and Development Agreement covers the terms and conditions for the sale and use of the parcel at 211 E. Huntington and prospective purchasers for the other two parcels have indicated the intent to develop these for industrial uses. The A. K. Financial Company would use approximately 59,000 sq. ft., and 103,945 sq. ft. would remain to be sold to and developed by other users. The assembly and land division of the other two parcels is similar to that proposed by the Majestic Realty Company application - which did not materialize. The staff report dated March 1 reflects the disposition and possible terms of purchase and also the assessed value of the proposed improvements and projected tax increments. The hearing was declared OPEN and no one desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Member Saelid, seconded by Member Parry and carried unanimously. Member, Saelid asked .if' there', is. ahythi.ng: legally which prevents a City from acquiring property within a re- development area and selling it without using the Disposition and Development process. The City Attorney advised in part that as long as a city acquires the property for public use and if that use can be established but for some reason there would not be sufficient funds available to develop the property for that particular use.. . eventually the City could dispose of the property. Mr. Saelid continued in part that he does not like to use the power of CRA unless absolutely neces- sary to control the improvements through the Agency, The City and Agency Counsel then presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. ARA-32 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS TO PURCHASE AN OPTION TO PURCHASE 211 EAST HUNTINGTON DRIVE FROM A. K. FINANCIAL; TO EXERCISE SAID OPTION BY PURCHASING SAID PROPERTY FROM LWJ INC. AND LAWRENCE W, JOHNSON, AUTHOR- IZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE ALL DOCUMENTS TO PURCHASE 215- 223 EAST HUNTINGTON DRIVE, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE A LOAN AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF ARCADIA." It was MOVED by Member Margett, seconded by Member 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: Members Gilb, Margett, Lauber Members Parry, Saelid None "-' Staff advised that 130 E. Santa Clara has now been cleared, however, in the process the contractor did some minor damage to the overhang of the remaining building which would cost appro~imately $250 to repair. ~ It was MOVED by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Saelid and carried /~on roll call vote as follows that the work performed by G. I. Engineers be ACCEPTED and that final payment be authorized with 10% withheld until the damage is repaired to the satisfaction to the Agency staff. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber None None The Joint Meeting was then adjourned and Council continued with its consideration of the regular agenda items. 3-1-77 - 9 - 22:9185 AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION VOTING SYSTEM (New Council Chamber) No Action . II tI ") I ( \, ORANGE GROVE WELL 2-a Repair work to be authorized March 15. - , 5"1 ~-" r) HUGO REID OPENING HEARING SCHEDULED ~} NO PARKING SIGN TO BE REMOVED ORDINANCE NO. 1585 ADOPTED (PERS) qP 13 \ 1. .' ORDINANCE NO. 1586 INTRODUCED (Parking) Herb Fletcher, 175 W, Lemon Avenue, spoke to the need for water conservation and he was advised that the City will soon send a communication to all the residents in this regard. Council carried over until this date the matter of installing a voting system in the new Council Chamber and received the estimated costs of the system and the cost of the print-out for use at the City Clerk's position. Councilman Gilb felt that in his opinion the system would not be complete without the print-out and MOVED to approve Alternate "A" with the print-out at a total cost for the complete unit and instal- lation of $9,282. This motion did not receive a second. It was the I consensus of the other members of Council that in return for what the system would accomplish the expenditure was not warranted. It was agreed that the conduit-wiring authorization was proper as it would be in place if the system were ever needed. Appreciation was expressed for the amount of work which had gone into the staff reports. No action was taken. On recommendation of staff it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously that' I Council waive the formal bid procedures pursuant to Section 1212 of the City Charter, find that the work is of urgent necessity for life, health or property and that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare the appropriate resolution for action by Council at the next regular meeting. Council received and filed the report on the feasibility of opening the median at Baldwin and Hugo Reid Drive to permit access to Hugo Reid for northbound emergency vehicles. A public hearing was scheduled for March 15 on the proposed Capital Program. Council agreed to the request of W. W, Gregory for removal of the "No Parking" sign in front of his property at 463 Cambridge Drive. was noted that such signs are posted under police department super- vision and are considered temporary, nevertheless this one will be removed. It The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1585, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM." 1 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 the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber None None The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1586, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 3214.1 AND ADDING SECTION 3214.1.1 TO THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE, ADDING SECTION 11,9.1 TO ARTICLE XI OF THE UNIFORM TRAFFIC ORDINANCE PROHIBITING EARLY MORNING PARKING OF VEHICLES OF A CROSS WEIGHT IN EXCESS OF 6,000 POUNDS." 3-1-77 - 10 - 1 RESOLUTION NO. 4612 ADOPTED (CUP) aUr p~~ RESOLUTION NO. 4614 ADOPTED (ARA) I: ,-/ ( I ,) ,~ /./ r ' IT.J /)"") 1.1.- r;/ t 1- MAYOR LAUBER ( I 'mm"~ / PARRY COUNCILMAN GILB ./ 22:9186 It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Margett and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of fne fuIl text of Ordinance No. 1586 be waived and that same be INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Margett, Parry, Saelid, Lauber None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4612 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA GRANTING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A RESTAURANT AT 101 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE." 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 the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Margetu:,. Parry, SaeUd" Lauber None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4614 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROPRIATING AN AMOUNT NECESSARY TO CARRY OUT THE PROVISIONS OF ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY RESOLUTION ARA-32 TO THE REDEVELOPMENT REVOLVING FUND FROM THE CAPITAL OUTLAY FUND, APPROVING A LOAN OF SAID AMOUNT TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY TO PAY COSTS OF OPTION PURCHASE AND PURCHASE OF 21l AND 215-223 EAST HUNTINGTON DRIVE, AND APPROVING AND AUYrlORIZING EXECUTION OF A LOAN AGREEMENT PERTAINING THERETO. " It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, 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, Lauber Council Members Parry, Saelid None Advised of a forthcoming meeting in Sacramento with the Director of Caltrans, Adriana Gianturco, concerning noise emanating from the 210 Freeway. Suggested that all members of Council receive copies of communications received from members of the visitors from Newcastle, Australia, and then they would be passed on to the Sister City Commission. Briefly discussed the use of the north City Hall parking lot by the public on Saturday and Sunday during the racing season. Advised that the Parks and Recreation Commission will soon submit preliminary plans for s multi-purpose athletic field north of the City Hall parking lot and the Commission is also exploring the possibility of a baseball field on County Flood Control property adjacent to Wilderness Park. He suggested Council explore the area. Reference was also made to a recQromendation from the Commission that the City should not engage in construction of a skate board track.. .that it should be left to private enterprise. It also suggeste(j. tha't the, .City should set an example in conservation of water. Was advised that the Marianna Government is finalizing the purchase order for the Fire Department snorkel. (arrangements had been made for this some time ago). 3-1- 77 - 11 - APPOINTMENT LIBRARY BOARD (BUTTERWORTH) LIBRARY BOARD BREAKFAST MEXICAN TOUR ARA EXECUTIVE SESSION RECONVENE AND ADJOURNED 22: 9187 I t was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously that Mrs. Shirley Butt~rworth be appointed to the Library Board for a term ending June 30, 1977. This is the vacancy created by the resignation of Rev. James W. Hagelganz. Some discussion held on the March of Council and the Library Board. Hagelganz be invited. l6 breakfast meeting between members It was the consensus that Rev. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously that a resolution be adopted naming the Mexican tour group as Ambassadors of Goodwill. I At Councilman Saelid1s request the Economic Coordinator will prepare a conceptural plan concerning goals of the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Council entered an executive session at 12:40 a.m. Council reconvened at 1:10 a.m. March 2, 1977 and adjourned to March 9 for a review of the Capital Improvement Project. ?/~~ ,Y1.h--- MAYOR/CHAIRMAN ATTEST: ~~~~ City Clerk/ARA Secretary I 3-1-77 - 12 -