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HomeMy WebLinkAboutOCTOBER 1,1974_2 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 21 :3633 A I "N"'''''' PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE I APPROVAL I PRESENrATIONS EL MONTE./ AIRPORT 0 ~\ HEARING (Fashion Park Opening) APPROVED '; I' . _, ' /. 1:/ r' IHEARING (SIGNS FOR YARD SALE) APPROVED ~) e,Sll'l PROCEDURE MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 1, 1974 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, met in regular session on Tuesday, October 1, 1974 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall. Rev. Margaret Stevens, Santa Anita Church Mayor Alton E. Scott PRESENT: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None Councilman Saelid asked that the minutes of September 17 be amended to correctly reflect the name of Mrs. Joseph Culverwell (Page 1 Line 30) and as thus amended he MOVED.for the approval of the minutes of June 24, September 17 and September 23. Motion seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously. On behalf of the City Council Mayor Scott presented plaques in appreciation of the efforts and accomplishments rendered to the City by former Planning Commissioners Norman Erickson and Miles Perlis. Ron Cipriani, representing the Aviation Committee of the El Monte Chamber of Commerce, presented invitations to the Council to participate in a City Official Air Tour. Purpose being to acquaint officials with the functions of the:El Monte Airport.' Request of the Associate Auxiliaries of the Methodist Hospital for permission to conduct a benefit Grand Opening of Santa Anita Fashion Park on October 12. Mayor Scott declared the hearing open and Gary L. Cooper, Promotion Director of Santa Anita, introduced himself. No one desiring to speak the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously. It was further MOVED by Councilman Hel~s, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried that the request be and it is hereby granted, Application of Mrs. Stella Ross for permission to display signs to advertise a backyard sale at 355 W. Longden Avenue for the benefit of the Boys' Christian League. Mayor Scott declared the hearing open and Mrs, Ross explained the fund raising project and exhibited the type and size of sign she would like to place on park~ays of private residences. She' said she would supply the addresses. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously. It was further MOVED by Counc ilman He lms, seconded. by Counc ilwoman Lauber and carried that the request be and it is hereby granted subjectto the addresses for the signs being filed prior to the date of the sale. Council requested staff to seek some modification to the procedure required by applicants for events such as the above, i. e., the requirements' for fingerprints and photographs. 10-1-74 - 1 - HEARING (Assessment Charges) APPROVED f /Zll RESOLUTION NO. 4458 ADOPTED r 1/)1 RESOLUTION NO. 4459 ADOPTED f )311 ./ CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RATIFIED . -:( / (~ LIBRARY BOARD Equipment Purchase APPROVED , I- , L. I -).- 21:8634 Council received the assessment charges in connection with the con- struction of sidewalk and driveway aprons abutting private properties at various multiple residential and commercial locations. This is part of the Sidewalk Program Phase VIII (short form of the 1911 Assessment District Act). Mayor Scott declared the hearing open and no one desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried. Whereupon the City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4458 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA CONFIRMING THE COST OF CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALKS AND DRIVEWAYS AND ASSESSING THE COST AGAINST THE ADJACENT PROPERTY PURSUANT TO THE IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1911 (VARIOUS LOCATIONS). It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None The City Attorney further presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4459, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DETERMINING THAT THE PAYMENT OF CERTAIN ASSESSMENTS UNDER THE IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 1911 MAY BE MADE IN ANNUAL INSTALLMENTS (VARIOUS LOCATIONS). It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None Planning Commission Resolution No. 863 granting a conditional use permit for an outdoor eating establishment at 31 E. Huntington Drive was RATIFIED on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried unanimously subject to all conditions set forth in said resolution. _Request for purchase and installation of 3M Electronic Book and Periodical Detection System to deter the costly loss of library books through theft. The Librarian explained in detail the proposed system which is very unique and far superior to other equipment tested during the last two years. Furthermore it was predesigned into the Library Building. He submitted a cost of $12,201.50 without annual maintenance which he estimated at $280 for this specialized equipment. The Library Board has asked that the provision for the bidding process (AMC Section 2842,1) be waived in this one instance. It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the bidding process set forth in AMC Section 2842.1 be WAIVED. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None It was then MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Library Board be AUTHORIZED to purchase the 3M equipment for security protection, cost not to exceed $12,500 from budgeted funds. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None 10-1-74 - 2 - PLANNING DEPARTMENT EQUIPMENT PURCHASE APPROVED , / v( I Y-',V,; f-i o r ,.I 1 TITLE SEARCH AUTHORIZED 1, I 1 ? ~I\ -I '. ," " :,. REFUND AUTHORIZED ~ CUrJJJ) r /J;. FEDERAL AID URBAN FUNDS Program 1""':0';' I" JJ ,j'f' WORK ACCEPTANCE \' . \ 'I ',I l. I 21:8635 The Planning Director requested authority to purchase a General Radio Sound Level Meter Measurement Set which would include a sound level meter and a sound level calibrator at a cost of $815. It was noted in the September 23 communication that the equipment has a direct need in the successful completion of the noise element and enforcement of the noise ordinance. It could also be used by the Police and Building Departments. It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that said equipment be purchased from funds in the Capital Improvement Projects Account (Seismic, Safety and Noise Studies.) AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None The City Manager requested authorization to have a title search on the northerly and southerly portions of Indiana Street between First Avenue and Huntington Drive. This is necessary for evaluation of street vacation proposals and for proposed developments which would use the vacated portions for parking purposes - set forth in the communication dated September 27. It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote that staff be AUTHORIZED to conduct the said title search at a cost not to exceed $650 - from Council Contingency Funds. Because this street has been designated as being within the redevelop- ment area should eRA come to pass Councilman Saelid commented that he did not want to see any action taken in terms of implicating CRA until the subject has been discussed by Council. Mayor Scott felt Council is obligated to soon take a position on CRA. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: CouncilMembers Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None On recommendation of staff it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that a refund be authorized to the 20th Century Fox Corporation in the amount of $75 which is the unused portion of the business permit fee - pursuant to AMC Section 6214.5.3 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None Council received the August 26 communication from the League of California Cities Federal Aid Urban Committee Chairman requesting approval of the proposed Federal Aid Urban Process. It represents a compromise between the several agencies which must agree on the local cooperative process which is for the development of the procedure to handle allocation requests and not for allocation of specific funds. This matter had been before Council on August 6. Following discussion on the function of the committee it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that the proposed Federal Aid Urban Process for Los Angeles County be APPROVED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None Staff advised that the work performed by J. B. Crosby Company, in the improvement of Colorado and Second Avenue (Job Nos." 388 has been satisfactorily completed and recommended acceptance. Inc. , and 423) Whereupon 10-1-74 - 3 - I ANIMAL CONTROL CONTINUED TO OCT. 15 REFUSE COLLECTION AGREEMENT ~ ,~ ( I' ' . -, I r BALLOT V PROPOSITIONS ORDINANCE NO. 1512 I ADOPTED V ORDINANCE NO. 1518 INTRODUCED x ORDINANCE NO. 1519 CARRIED OVER I( 21 :8636 it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that the work be ACCEPTED and that final payment be AUTHORIZED in accordance with the terms of contract. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None The request of the Los Angeles County Department of Animal Control for an ordinance change with respect to dog license fees was continued to October 15. . Discussion held on the facilities and quality of service being rendered. During the interim Council will visit facilities in question. I On recommendation of staff it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that the agreement with Best Disposal Company for residential refuse collection be extended to November 6. Staff will present a proposed contract to Council for its consideration on October 15. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None Council received communication from the League of Women Voters various Propositions which will appear on the November ballot. will come back to Council at the October 15 meeting. concerning This The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1512, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTING THE UNIFORM FIRE CODE AND AMENDING CHAPTER 1 OF ARTICLE III OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO FIRE PREVENTION." It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text of Ordinance No. 1512 be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the tit le of Ordinance No. 1518 ent it led: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1380 AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE IN COMMUNITY ANTENNA TELEVISION. RATES. " It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text of Ordinance No. 1518 be WAIVED and that the same be INTRODUCED. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None Prior to the October 15 meeting staff will meet with the company representatives to discuss the rates contained in this ordinance. Will be on the agenda for the October 15 meeting. 10-1-74 - 4 - ORDINANCE NO. 1520 'INTRODUCED 1 ORDINANCE NO. 1521 INTRODUCED 'I RESOLUTION NO. 4457 ADOPTED ~ Ih: 21: 8637 The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1520 entitled: "AMENDING .(IRTICLE VI OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE CREATING A BUSINESS PERMIT AND LICENSE REVIEW BOARD AND TRANSFERRING BUSINESS PERMIT FUNCTIONS TO SAID BOARD. " The Board to consist of the City Manager, Business License Officer and the Planning Director or their designates. Discussion held on the times when the top level administrators would not be available and decisions would be made by the designates and the applications might not receive the attention they deserve. Mayor Scott expressed concern that this procedure'would make the handling of the applications too routine and that in many instances'the applicants are members of the business and/or organizations of the community who should receive the attention of top management, except in instances when they are not available. Councilman Helms MOVED to introduce Ordinance 1520 as submitted. Motion seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid. Mayor Scott None The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the tit Ie of Ordinance No. 1521, ent it led: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ARTICLE VI OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SIDEWALK SALES AS A USE WHICH MAY BE ALLOWED BY PERMIT AND ESTABLISHING CONDITIONS THEREFOR." Councilman Helms MOVED to amend Section 6439.2 (3) to read "Only the goods, wares or merchandise of the tvpe normally sold on the premises may be offered for sale and such sale may only be conducted within the extended lot lines of the premises offering such goods for sale." And as thus amended he MOVED to introduce said ordinance. Motion seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb,. Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None Some discussion held on the provision in the Zoning Ordinance relative to parking lot use. Speaking to this were John McCarthy" President of the West Arcadia Business and Professional Association, Evelyn Jones, Secretary to said association and Dave Paradise, Vice President ?f the local Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Paradise was of the opinion that the proposed Review Board could handle parking lot sale applications without the necessity of changing the Zoning Ordinance. The City Attorney advised that in order to effect a change in the Zoning Ordinance to permit a business to use its parking lot or a portion thereof for a use other than parking it would be necessary to refer the matter to the Planning Commission. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows 'that the matter be placed on the Planning Commission agenda for discussion of parking lot sales. The City Attorney and the Planning Director to impart the thinking of Council to the Commission. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4457, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTING A FEE SCHEDULE FOR AMENDMENTS TO THE GENERAL PLAN." This ordinance provides for a fee of $300 if an application is filed to amend or change the general Plan. 10-1-74 - 5 - EMINENT DOMAIN ACTION ::}. IOo.b7 PROPOSITION "All ,/ SAELID ./' ----- /' GIL;y EXECUTIVE SESSION ADJOURNMENT TO.DATE CERTAIN 21:8638 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 of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid, Scott None None On recommendation of the City Attorney it was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the request of the City Attorney for authority to purchase Parcell in the amount of $6,976.64 and dismiss the party defendant. 'in the eminent domain action - City of Arcadia v. Raybuqr" et al, be granted. (This is in connection with the street widening of Colorado Blvd.) I AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Council. Members Gilb, Helms, ~auber, Saelid None Mayor Scott, due to his business affiliation None " ,,< The City Manager gave an oral report on this Propositfon.which the Southern California Rapid Transit District will have before the voters on November 5. If approved it would add a 1<;: sales tax 'for' the purpose of creating a transportation system. Discussion ensued on what could be expected by the local agencies and Councilwoman Lauber reported on her recent attendance attne Independent Cities' Seminar in this regard. The City Attorney and Manager will prepare a statement in support of the Proposition for Council consideration at the next regular meeting. Referred to the concern of the Planning Commission relative to CRA. He noted that the City Manager will attend the Commission's next meeting and explain just where Council stands at this time on CRA activities. He also noted that he has received ~ome calls from residents concerning the traffic problems being encountered"at the Westerner Restaurant. Articles written by Dick Lloyd (reporter for the Foothill Newspapers) concerning SCAG were referred to by Mr. Saelid. He submitted excerpts from other publications pointing out how local agencies could lose local governmental control and that these things should be kept in mind as greater authority is taken over by some of the regional agencies. He advised that the Youth Commission Workshop. will be held October 5 and invited those who could attend to do so. He also noted that in s'orne instances the Youtb Commission" is not taken serious ly' and suggested ways in which to show Council's interest and the function of the Commission. I At 10 p.m. Council entered an executive session in the Conference Room. At 10:30 p,m. Council reconvened and adjourned immediately thereafter to October 3 at 4 p.m. in the Council Chamber. ~~ ~xt:-~r- Mayor ATTEST: 10-1-74 f3fJ~0JL a4G ~~ - 6 -