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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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ANNEXATI ON
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C-O designation
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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.
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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
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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
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SCHEDULED
1 TRACT
NO. 33372
Tentative
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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.
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NO. 1584
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4613
LICENSE FEES
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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."
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
VOTING SYSTEM
(New Council
Chamber)
No Action
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ORANGE GROVE
WELL 2-a
Repair work
to be
authorized
March 15.
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OPENING
HEARING
SCHEDULED
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NO PARKING
SIGN TO BE
REMOVED
ORDINANCE
NO. 1585
ADOPTED
(PERS)
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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.
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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."
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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."
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4612
ADOPTED
(CUP)
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4614
ADOPTED
(ARA)
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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).
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APPOINTMENT
LIBRARY BOARD
(BUTTERWORTH)
LIBRARY BOARD
BREAKFAST
MEXICAN TOUR
ARA
EXECUTIVE
SESSION
RECONVENE AND
ADJOURNED
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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.
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MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
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City Clerk/ARA Secretary
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