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PLEDGE OF
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ROLL CALL
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APPROVAL
HEARING
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 5, 1972
The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, met in regular
session on Tuesday, December 5, 1972 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council
Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall.
Mrs. Mildred Free, First Church of Christ Scientist
Mayor Don W. Hage
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Hage
None
On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried
unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of November 21 were
APPROVED. Councilman Butterworth abstained from voting as he was on an
excused absence.
Time scheduled to hear objections to the proposed Consolidated Lighting
District. The City Engineer had previously submitted his report
pursuant to the provisions of the Street Lighting Act of 1919 and
Resolution No. 4299 declared intention to annex certain lands to said
District. The City Engineer explained the areas to be included and
the method of spreading the costs. Whereupon the hearing was declared
open and Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, read in full her
communication submitted to Council on this date expressing concern about
environmental impact statements and in particular with reference to the
proposed lighting district. She was informed that annexation of new
territory is not part and parcel of the subject matter, however,
Council expressed appreciation for her interest in ecologYQ No one
else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously.
(RESOLUTION NO. 4310 adopted later in this meeting.)
This matter had been continued from the regular meeting of November 21
&t which time Council was divided on action to be taken. It was noted
that this had come to Council's attention through an appeal filed by
the applicant from the decision of the Planning Commission for denial
of a request for permission to install a lighter-box type of sign in a
Standard Service Station at 186 E. Duarte Road. The Commission felt
there should be adequate lighting of service stations, however, it
adhered to the sign regulations in this instance and denied the appli-
Qation as additional glaring signs should not be permitted. During
the previous deliberations it was brought out that two other Standard
Stations had received permission to install the subject signs. The
Planning Director stated that the sign does not fall into the existing
sign definitions.
Mayor Hage indicated his position as stated previously - that he could
~ee no objection to the sign, however, it was his thought that the
matter should be referred back to the Commission for a final determi-
nation as to whether or not it is an exception to the regulations.
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FASHION PARK
Traffic
Element
APPROVED
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Councilman Scott stated in substance that his position is the same as
expressed at the last meeti~g - that in his opinion it is inconceiva-
ble that with three stations all dispensing the same service that two
would be permitted to have the sign and the third would not. He
would like to see the applicant allowed the lighter-box sign at this
time and then the City make a determination as to whether or not the
signs are in keeping with the ordinance. If they are not then within
a reasonable period of time all would have to be removed.
Councilman Helms submitted in part that there were actually four
Standard Stations interested in displaying such signs - that two were
denied (including the one before Council at this time) and the other
two were approved. He said he was not aware of the type of sign in I
question at the time the two were approved however was aware of the
type of sign in those instances of denial. He favored the entire
matter being referred back to the Commission for a study on whether.or .'
not this type of interior lighting sign is compatible with the total,
sign ordinance.
Councilman Butterworth stated in part that it appears to him that
equity is involved in this case - that of treating similar businesses
in like manner - that he would feel differently if the location were
close to a residential district; that the business has to be competitive
and he would be inclined to allow the sign. He did agree that clari"
fication of the sign ordinance is needed with perhaps an eventual code
amendment.
Councilman Scott then MOVED that the appeal be granted, that the
applicant be allowed to have the sign; that the entire matter of service
station lighting be reviewed by the Commission with a report back to
Council within six months at which time Council may take action rela-
tive to non-conforming signs on service stations. Motion seconded by
Councilman Butterworth and carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
,NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Scott, Hage
Councilman Helms
Councilman Arth (due to his business affiliation)
None
On August 15 Council approved the preli minary site plan for the
development of Fashion Park. .It deferred approval of the traffic
element pending solution of the requirement that Santa Anita irrevo-
cably offer for dedication a 20 ft. strip of property to permit the
northerly improvement of Baldwin Avenue. The traffic element was
resubmitted to Council on November 7 at which time the matter was
continued until this date to enable staff to work with Santa Anita
and the County Arboretum on the traffic plan. In a report dated
December 1 staff advised that four meetings and numerous telephone
conversations had taken place. The progress was noted therein as well
as some of the unresolved problems which require more time. It was I
the recommendation of staff that, inasmuch as Santa Anita had agreed
to the 20 ft. strip dedication, the traffic element now be approved
subject to conditions. .
Ray M. Rogers, representing Santa Anita Consolidated, referred to
part of the City Engineer's report concerning financing of any possible
future signalization of the intersection of Baldwin and Harvard. He
stated in part that this particular intersection is a couple hundred
feet north of the Fashion Park property and would really not serve its
traffic - that it actually could restrict the traffic flow along
Baldwin Avenue to some extent - and felt that should it be installed
the cost should not be borne by Santa Anita. He said that in his
opinion it would seem proper for the County to bear the cost of
signalization, with the City bearing the cost of the street improvement
(Baldwin Avenue), and advised that Santa Anita had agreed to the full
dedication of the 20 ft. strip of property for the northerly im-
provement of Baldwin Avenue.
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MOTION
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TRACT
NO. 30441
(FINAL MAP
APPROVED)
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ACT
O. 31254
(Tentative
Map APPROVED)
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Dr. Francis Ching, Director of the County Arboretum, noted the
facility's willingness to relocate its main entrance which would
allow for full alignment with the north entrance to Fashion Park. He
expressed agreement with the traffic element.
During the deliberations it was brought out that it is not necessary
at this time to come to a decision about the signalization of Baldwin
and Harvard. Council reserved the right to consider this question in
the future.
It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried on roll call vote as follows:
that the offer of dedication of a 20 foot strip of property for
northerly improvements of Baldwin Avenue be ACCEPTED subject to the
City and Santa Anita Consolidated negotiating solutions to conditions
cited in Santa Anita's communication dated September 13, 1972;
that the traffic elements of Fashion Park as they relate to Baldwin
Avenue and Huntington Drive be APPROVED subject to all conditions
contained in the Director of Public Works' reports dated August 11
and November 3, 1972 and those contained in prior resolutions together
with the additional condition that Baldwin Avenue signals 'have a
direct interconnect and that the developer be responsible for the
design plans and construction of all Baldwin Avenue facilities to a
point lying 200 feet northerly of the north boundary of the
aforementioned park;
that Santa Anita Consolidated participate in the cost of traffic
signals at the entrance to the proposed Turf Club parking lot - the
extent of participation to be determined by the City after all
pertinent factors have been analyzed;
that the construction of any future signalization at Baldwin and
Harvard, and the nature and extent of participation, if any, by
Santa Anita Consolidated and Santa Anita Fashion Park, be reserved
for future decision by Council. It was noted that the Arboretum,
Santa Anita Consolidated and Santa Anita Fashion Park will have an
opportunity to participate in these considerations prior to a determi-
nation by Council.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Rage
None
None
Upon advice from staff that the final map of Tract No. 30441 is in
substantial compliance with the approved tentative map, it was MOVED
by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried
unanimously that same be approved. The location is 1210 and 1220 S.
Fourth Avenue for a six (6) lot subdivision.
Planning Commission recommendation for approval of the tentative map
of Tract No. 31254, located at 890 W. Foothill Boulevard and proposed
for a 12 lot subdivision. The area is zoned R-l and the lots are
10,000 sq. ft. Surrounding properties were indicated on projecturals.
Conditions attached to the recommendation were explored and itwas the
consensus that the traffic island as shown on the map be deleted.
Councilman Scott raised the question on Council policy concerning
sidewalks in general and some discussion held. It was then MOVED by
Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously
that the tentative map of Tract No. 31254 be APPROVED subject to all
conditions as presented with the exception of the requirement for the
traffic island - that this be deleted.
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TRACT
NO. 31255
(Tentative
Map APPROVED)
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TRACT
NO. 31290
(Tentative
Map APPROVED)
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CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT
(150 E. Duarte)
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SCHEDULED
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ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT STATEMENT
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Planning Commission recommendation .for approval of the tentative map
of Tract No. 31255 located at 920 - 930 W. Foothill Boulevard and
proposed for an 11 lot subdivision, subject to specified conditions.
Some discussion held on the provision for the construction of a school
bus turnout on Foothill Boulevard and it was the consensus that it
remain in the conditions. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Helms,
seconded by Councilman Scott and carried unanimously that the tentative
map of Tract No. 31255 ,be APPROVED subject to all conditions including
the requirement for a school bus turnout.
Council concurred in Councilman Helms' observation about the excellent
manner in which Foothill Boulevard is being developed.
Planning Commission recommendation for approval of the tentative map I
of Tract No. 31290 located at 846-850 Arcadia Avenue where it is .
proposed to construct a 15 unit condominium. Conditions were specified.
It was MOVED by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried unanimously that the tentative map of Tract No. 31290 be
APPROVED subject to all specified conditions.
On MOTION by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Helms and
carried unanimously the action of the Planning Commission in granting
a conditional use permit for the use of property at 150 E. Duarte Road
as a restaurant was RATIFIED. The site is zoned.C-l & D and currently
developed with a planned commercial center. It was noted in Reso-
lution No. 794 that the applicant, John T. Mione, currently operates
a delicatessen adjacent to the subject site and plans to expand the
business to include the restaurant operation.
Planning Commission recommendation concerning amendments to the Zoning
Ordinance as set forth in Resolution Nos. 795 and 797 were scheduled
for public hearings on December 19, 1972.
On.MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried
unanimously the Environmental Impact Report for the improvements
proposed for the County Park were APPROVED. The Planning Commission
had concurred with the report's findings and submitted that the
improvements would not have any significant adverse environmental
effect and are consistent with the General Plan.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION:
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RESULTS
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DIRECTIONAL
SIGNS
Appropriation
Approved
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Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, referred once more to the
need for environmental impact statements. It was suggested t~at
Mrs. Hofer confer with the Planning Director.
The City Clerk advised that the Certificate of Election Results in
connection with the Special Municipal Election consolidated with the
Statewide General Election on November 7, 1972 had been received from
the County Registrar of Voters.
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Charter Amendment (Income Tax Levy)
Ordinance prohibiting throwaways
Yes
20,367
17,612
No
3,467
6,147
(NOTE: Resolution No. 4309 adopted later in this meeting.)
Council received staff report concerning the need for change in
existing signs to conform with provisions of the U. S. Department of
Transportation Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for streets
and highways. The change will replace many of the old legend signs
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UTILITY
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HEARING
SCHEDULE D
(Underground
Utilities
District lf6)
SUNSET BLVD.
(Environmental
Impact Study
Approved)
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and will aid recognition and understanding of warning, regulatory and
directional signs. It was recommended by staff that this be ac-
complished at the earliest possible date. It was MOVED by Councilman
Arth, seconded by Councilman Scott and carried on roll call vote as
follows that Gas Tax Funds be allocated for this replacement and that
$650 be appropriated from available monies for this purpose.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Hage
None
None
On March 7, 1972 Council adopted Resolution No. 4247 creating Underground
Utilities District #5 which would involve the undergrounding of existing
overhead utilities in the alley immediately north of Huntington Drive
between Santa Anita and First Avenue as well as those lines lying on
the west side of First Avenue north to Wheeler Street. As a result the
Southern California Edison Company is in ne~d of an overhead utilities
easement for the westerly 8 ft. of lot 30 block 75 of Santa Anita
Tract. 1.t was MOVED by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Arth
and carried unanimously that the Mayor and City Clerk be and they are
hereby authorized to execute a Grant of Easement to the Southern
California Edison Company in order to permit the undergrounding within
Underground Utilities District #5 if the existing poles are totally
within city property. If the existing poles are on the property line
the Edison Company will then be asked to accept a 4 ft. easement with
the balance to be obtained from the abutting owner to the west. The
Parking Place Commission will be asked to review the iocation of the
poles with relation to the redevelopment plans for the Parking District
property. The City Engineer was requested to encourage the relocation
of the pole immediately adjacent to the alley to eliminate the traffic
congestion at that point.
Council scheduled a public hearing for December 19 on the proposed
Underground Utilities District #6. The area is basically bounded
between the limits of Santa Anita and Holly Avenues on Campus Drive.
(Resolution No. 4304 adopted later in this meeting.)
Council received a staff report concerning the improvement of Sunset
Boulevard between Duarte Road and Huntington Drive by the widening,
construction of sidewalks and the undergrounding or relocation of
existing utilities as well as a modern street lighting system. It is
anticipated that the work will be completed in mid-December. Council
had reviewed and approved the Environmental Impact Statement on July
18, 1972. However, inasmuch as the City granted jurisdiction to the
County of that section of Sunset Boulevard for widening purposes, it
was now necessary for Council to consider a supplemental environmental
impact statement which had been submitted by the County. This was due
to minor changes in work items that fluctuate in all roadway im-
provements of this nature, It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded
by Councilman Scott and carried on roll ca~l vote as follows that the
supplemental environmental impact statement be APPROVED and that staff
so notify the County Road Department, Construction-Division.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Scott, Hage
Councilman Helms
None
'It was noted that on June 29 Council had authorized negotiations for
the purchase of the north 50 feet of property immediately south of
the Water Department Baldwin Plant. This was contingent upon an
appraisal. The appraisal was made and the figure authorized by
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RACE TRACK
TRAFFIC
CONTROL .
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INTRODUCED
ORDINANCE
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Council was lower than the appraisal. When the development under
consideration did not materialize the opportunity to purchase at this
price was lost. Staff advised that a new development is now being
proposed and asked Council to consider authorizing the purchase at
the figure previously approvedo It was MOVED by Councilman Helms,
seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that staff be so
authorized to proceed at the same price.
Council received a request from staff concer~ing funds for control of
race track traffic during the forthcoming thoroughbred racing season.
It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried on roll call vote as follows that $99,931 be appropriated
from Admissions Taxes for said purpose.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen
None
None
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Arth, Butterworth, He Ims, Scott, ,Hage
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The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1469, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA RECLASSIFYING PROPERTY KNOWN
AS 400-480 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE AND 504-642 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE
FROM ZONE C-O & D TO R-3."
It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms
and carried o~ callclote as follows that the reading of the full
body of the ro ~6e WAIVED and that the same be INTRODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, ,Helms, Scott, Hage
None
None
The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1470, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL ,OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTABLISHING GENERAL NOISE
REGULATIONS AND THE REGULATION OF MOTOR VEHICLES 'ON PRIVATE PROPERTY."
It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Scott and
carried~..oll cal V vote as follows that the reading of the full body
of the re.o~~ be ~AIVED and that the same be INTRODUCED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Hage
None
None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title.
of Resolution No. 4303, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS TO RENEW THE
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES AND THE CITY OF ARCADIA
OF SEPTEMBER 18, 1968, RELATING TO ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES."
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It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
body of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Hage
None
None
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4304
ADOPrED
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4305
ADOPrED
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4306
ADOPrED
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4307
ADOPTED
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4308
ADOPrED
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The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4304, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA CALLING A PUBLIC HEARING TO.DETERMINE WHETHER
AN UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT SCHOULD BE ESTABLISHED IN. CERTAIN
AREAS ADJACENT TO CAMPUS DRIVE BETWEEN HOLLY AVENUE AND SANTA ANITA
AVENUE. "
It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body
of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPrED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Rage
None
None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4305, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REQUESTING EXCLUSION FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY LIBRARY DISTRICT INCLUDED WITHIN THE CITY OF ARCADIA BY REASON
OF ANNEXATION NO. 42."
It was MOVED by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
body of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPrED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Rage
None
None
The City Attorney ,presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4306, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REQUESTING EXCLUSION FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY SPECIAL ROAD DISTRICT NO. I INCLUDED WITHIN THE CITY OF ARCADIA
BY REASON OF ANNEXATION NO. 42."
It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
, body of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPrED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Hage
None
None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4307, entitled: "A RESOLUTION AND ORDER OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PAY 50% OF
THE 1973-74 METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT TAX."
It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
body of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPrED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Rage
None
None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4308, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING THAT CERTAIN DIRT, RUBBISH AND REFUSE
UPON CERTAIN PRIVATE PROPERTY IN THE CITY IS A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND
DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ABATE THE SAME.
It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Scott and
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4309
ADOPTED
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PROCEDURAL
v""ORDINANCE
WAIVED
RESOLUTION
NO. 4310
ADOPTED
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carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body
of the resolution be WAIVED and that ,the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Rage
None
N'one
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4309, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF'THE CITY COUNCIL,
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION ,HELD IN ,SAID CITY ON ,THE 7TH DAY OF NOVEMBER, 1972,
FOR THE PURPOSE O~ SUBMITTING TO.THE QUALIFIED VOTERS OF SAID CITY A
PROPOSITION'TO AMEND THE ARCADIA CITY CHARTER AND A PROPOSI~ION FOR
AN' INITIATIVE ORDINANCE RELATING TO, THROWAWAYS."
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It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
body of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPrED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arch, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Rage
None
None
In order to consider the following item the provisions of the Pro-
cedural Ordinance were 'WAIVED on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded
by Councilman Scott and carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Rage
None
None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution.No. 4310 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF:ARCADIA ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN LANDS TO
THE ARCADIA CONSOLIDATED LIGHTING DISTRICT (ANNEXATION NO.2)."
It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried on roll call vote as follows that. the reading of the full
body of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Helms, ~cottJ.Hage
None
None
Councilman Helms spoke of the wish of the Youth Commission that
residents purchase' Christmas trees in containers and plant them after
the holiday season.... all in furtherance of ecology.
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The City Clerk reminded Council of the forthcoming League of
California Cities' meeting.
Councilman Scott submitted the possibility of some bus service to and
from the City of'El Monte inasmuch as that city will soon have a fast
through service to Los Angeles. Staff reported on meetings.
Mayor Hage stated that revenue sharing will be discussed at the next
adjourned regular meeting.
Councilman Arth not.ed that the Arcadia High School Bank again won the
Sweepstakes Award at Long Beach (Western AII-St.ate Band Review.) It
was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Scott and carried
unanimously that a resolution be presented in this regard.
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NATIONAL,/
LEAGUE
OF CITIES
Mayor Hage summarized the recent National League of Cities'
Conference which was most productive. He urged continued attendance
at this particular conference.
LABOR
RELATIONS
(~)
Councilman Butterworth asked Council to take steps to adopt a reso-
lution which had previously been prepared and submitted to Council
for consideration. The thrust of which was to impose upon the city
staff an obligation to undertake specific procedures in labor matters.
It also imposed upon certain subordinate employees an obligation to
perform specific functions, i. e., maintain complete records of
proceedings during labor negotiations, to prohibit the execution of
any agreement with a bargaining unit without Council having had the
occasion to review the particular agreement, and certain other pro-
cedures relating to the subject matter. He stated in part that these
records are invaluable to the city and felt that records have not been
maintained to adequately protect the city.
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Councilman Butterworth then MOVED that the resolution ,be approved in
principle at this time. Motion seconded by Councilman Helms for
discussion purposes. During the ensuing discussion it was indicated
by the individual views of four councilmen that the objectives had
merit and were necessary but that a formal resolution was inappropri-
ate - that the objectives could and should be accomplished through
directives to staff. Roll call was then taken:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth
Councilmen Arth, Helms, Scott, Rage
None
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Councilman Scott will submit a memorandum to Council for its consider-
ation incorporating his proposed motion to the effect that it be the
intent of Council that Employer-Employee negotiations be commenced no
later than May 1 and completed before the last Tuesday in June.
The City Manager reported on the progress being made in the selection
of a new Fire Chief.
10 :50 P.M.
ADJOURNMENT
TO DATE'
CERTAIN
The meeting ADJOURNED to Monday December 11, 1972 at 7:30 p.m. in the
Conference Room. Under discussion will be Social Security and State
Retirement System, Revenue Sharing prospects, Spheres of influence
for eventual annexation possibilities and Community Redevelopment
Agency information.
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