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Home My WebLink AboutFEBRUARY 18,1975_2 21 :8720 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK l~"oo PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL AGENDA ITEMS HEARING (Weeds) JJ;,~I D I CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Auto Body Shop Expansion APPROVED fl'.c.~f MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING' FEBRUARY 18, 1975 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, session on Tuesday, February 18, 1975 at Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall. California, met in regular 7:30 p.m. in the Council Rev. J. William Daum '\ Mayor Alton' E. Scott PRESENT: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott Councilman Saelid On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried unanimously Councilman Saelid was excused from attending this meeting. On MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of February 4, 1975 were APPROVED. Mayor Scott announced that the following two agenda items will be referred: 1. Variance request for installation of a composition roof at 848 Coronado Drive. Referred to the Planning Commission. 2. Text amendment relating to parking stall size marking and space requirements in the Community~Commercial (C-C) zone. Referred to the Parking Place Commission. This being the time and place scheduled by Resolution No. 4476 to hear objections to the proposed removal of weeds and rubbish Mayor Scott declared the hearing open. Mrs. Edith Dunn, 101 W. Palm Drive, was' advised on certain AMC sections relating to dumping and on the weed abatement program in general. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously. On further MOTION by. Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber' and carried unani- mously the Agricultu ral Commissioner of Los Angeles County was instructed to proceed with the abatement of weeds or dry grass, stubble, refuse or other flammable material upon and in front of certain private property in the City. Planning Commission Resolution No. 880 granting a conditional use permit to expand an auto body shop at 412 N. First Avenue. Council considered various aspects of the permit noting that the location is proper for the proposed use, there is adequate parking, loading, landscaping as required. All vehicles and work will be stored and repaired inside the building and the noise level shall conform to all performance standards of the M-l Planned Industrial District Zone. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that the proposed expansion will not have a substantial adverse impact on the environment and that the 2-l8-75 - 1 - - , , '( 'CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Restaurant Expans ion APPROVED TRACT NO. 32584 Tentative Map APPROVED .' ... ? ',':,i'[ ~/. ;. GENERAL PLAN DESIGNATIONS RESOLUTION NO. 4480 ADOPTED ~-t I' f. r f1-, HEARINGS SCHEDULED , /' 21:8721 conditional uSe permit be APPROVED subject to all conditions set forth in said resolution. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid Planning Commission Resolution No. 881 granting a conditional use permit to expand an existing restaurant at 226-230 N. First Avenue (Acapulco). Conditions were set forth in the resolution. It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the proposed expansion will not have a substantial adverse impact on the environment and that the conditional use permit be APPROVED subject to all conditions set forth in said resolution. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid Council received the Planning Commission recommendation for approval of the tentative map of Tract No. 32584 which would create a 12 lot subdivision at 1030 Old Ranch Road subject to conditions as set forth in its report dated February 18. Conditions were explored and clear films of the proposed tract Were reviewed. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows that Council determines the subdivision will not have a sub- stantial adverse impact on the environment and that the tentative map of Tract No. 32584 is hereby APPROVED subject to all conditions imposed by the Commission and staff (See report dated February 18.) AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Saelid None Councilman Saelid The City Attorney presented, explained in detail the contents and read the title of Resolution No. 4480 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN CLASSIFICATION FOR CERTAIN PROPERTY BETWEEN NAOMI AVENUE AND CAMINO REAL AVENUE WEST OF BALDWIN AVENUE." 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 be waived and that same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid I Planning Commission Resolution No. 882 (zone change from R-3 and M-l to R-l at 229-235 N. Fifth Avenue). MARCH 18, 1975 Planning Commission Resolution No. 883 (additions to the Arcadia Municipal Code relating to parking for regional shopping centers). MARCH 4, 1975 Planning Commission Resolution No. 884 (re certain amendments to the Land Use Element of the General Plan and Plan Map). MARCH 18, 1975 Planning Commission Resolution No. 885 (changes in the General Plan relating to property on Santa Anita Avenue and Tindalo Road south of Floral Avenue and north of the Foothill Freeway). MARCH 18, 1975. 2-18-75 - 2 - PAR-3 GOLF COURSE LEASE REVISED TO PERMIT BEER & WINE SALES 3/~/ 21:8722 At the regular meeting of February 4 Council referred to the Recreation Commission the petition requesting an amendment to the lease entered into by the City with the Par-3 Golf Course (John R. Piuma). The Commission recommends the revision of the lease to permit the sale of beer on the premises at 620 E. Live Oak Avenue. It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that the subject lease be revised to permit the sale of beer and wine. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman ,Saelid IUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Mrs. Edith Dunn, 101 W. Palm Drive, stated in part that she has not received an answer to her communication requesting a copy of the Council Packet in the City Library; also the lack of local transportation; ~f- holes in the street adjacent to her property which could result in ' injuries. She expressed concern as to who would be liable in such an event. ;t.\A if' " Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, expressed disappointment that the agenda does not reflect meetings attended by City officials. Also granting permission to sell beer at the Par-3 Golf Course" could result in accidents. The policy to charge for copies of public docu- ments seemed unfair to her. She felt avenues of public transportation in the City should be pursued other than the proposed Dial-a-ride program. She agreed with Mrs. Dunn that the packet should be placed in the City Library. WESTERNER Council received the staff report concerning the parking situation at RESTAURANT the Westerner Restaurant wherein it was submitted that it was felt the (Parking) requirement for a guard on duty on weekends to control the parking situation was no longer needed and noted the completion of the '1.'..D\ rL- installation of "no parking between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m." signs on ~I ~~ Santa Rosa. The guard has been paid by the owner-operator of the p~ restaurant. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by-Councilman Helms and carried unanimously that the guard be discontinued. Council considered the request of Councilman Saelid for the retention of the guard for an additional period of time, however, the majority of Council felt th~ guard requirement had served its purpose and with the completion'of' the signing the problem has been solved at least for the time being. lARK SITE EAST) .?Jlb = ~. .~ Pursuant to a request of Councilman Gilb a report will be submitted on the possibility of permitting parking on Colorado near the restaurant. Council received a progress report dated February 14 on the efforts of staff to locate a suitable property for a park in the East Central Arcadia area. One proposed site was submitted - 302 E. Second Avenue - approximately 153' x 190' (corner lot) and has been appraised. Mayor Scott expressed disappointment at this particular location. He was hoping for a location between Santa Anita and First Avenue particu- larly,as the need there is great due to the numbers of children playing in the street. He was advised on the method used by staff in locating suitable properties - primarily unimproved. Mayor Scott felt the need is sufficiently acute to consider condemnation of property if found necessary. It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that staff prepare and have an 2~18~75 - 3 - CITY STREETS (Federal Aid ,f Projects) l' WORK ACCEPTANCE Steiny & Co. =ju'J.'-I~ WATER,EASEMENT VACATION APPROVED f P', (;--; <.' /,1; :. ~ C/' 1(1 .\, (, ' jJ " :' (~, (.{ ',/ CHARGE FOR PUBLIC DOCUMENTS 9- : ~~C"''^'':t.) ;J:~ FINANCIAL 1/ REPORT RIO HONDO P T A SUPPORTED y'lS' f (~ :.+' ~ "'" \/ 21 :8723 Environmental Impact Report available prior to final decision; that the Planning Commission be asked for its opinion as to whether or not a park in the subject area would be consistent with the General Plan; that staff be authorized to negotiate an option so tha t the property will be available should Council decide to move ahead with the plan for a park at said location and that staff continue to look for additional park locations. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid Council received staff report on the requested functional classification of city streets - Federal Aid Projects. Some concern was expressed by Council and it was the consensus that the matter be held over pending the return of the Director of Public Works. I On recommendation of staff it was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows that the work performed by Steiny & Company in the modification of traffic signals system (Topics) and installation of Fashion Park traffic signals Job Nos. 408, 418 and 420 be ACCEPTED and that final payment be authorized in accordance with the terms of the contract. Any further modifications will be paid for by the developers of Fashion Park per Resolution No. 4185. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid Staff requested the abandonment of a water line easement pursuant to a request of the owner of 483 W. Las Tunas Drive. The Water Department advises that .it no longer requires the easement and does not intend to use the easement for its needs. It is legally described as a part of the E. J. Baldwin Addition No.1 to Santa Anita Colony. It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the City Attorney be instructed to prepare quitclaim deeds for the entire length of the easement between Las Tunas Drive and Woodruff Avenue to the property owners of the underlying fee; that the grantee hold the City harmless for any expense or claim due to removal of the abandoned water pipe presently located in the easement. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid Council received a report on charges for copies of public documents which would amend a previously approved policy. It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the policy be amended as set forth in the report dated February 14. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid Council received the financial report for the month of January. Council received the communication from the Executive Board of the Rio Hondo Elementary School PTA asking support in obtaining a pedestrian bridge and bikeway across Santa Anita Wash. It was the consensus of 2-18-75 - 4 - SOLAR ENERGY / IENATE BILL 12 SUPPORTED , A '{.t. ~o}O~'I , ORDINANCE NO. 1517 ADOPTED ( ORDINANCE NO. 1526 INTRODUCED I IRDINANCE O. 1527 NTROD~ED ORDINANCE NO. 1528 HELD OVER 21:8724 Council that the need is substantial and it was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously that a communication be directed to the County Board of Supervisors asking for inclusion of this project in the 1975-76 budget and that the project go forward at the earliest possible date. Copy of this letter to go to the Rio Hondo PTA;' Council received a communication from Mrs. Johanna Hofer concerning future use of solar energy. Mrs. Hofer spoke to this and explored meetings she had attended on the subject. In response to a request from the City of Sonoma it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried unani- mously that communications be directed to the State representatives in support of Senate Bill No. 312 which temporarily excludes any person employed in a work program pursuant to the Federal Emergency Jobs and Employment Assistance Act of 1974 from the State Retirement System. Copy of this letter to go to Sonoma. The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1517, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING PORTIONS OF ARTICLE V, CHAPTER I, AND ARTICLE VI, CHAPTER 4, PART 3, DIVISION 4 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO REFUSE AND THE COLLECTION THEREOF." 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 be waived and that same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council'Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the tit le of Ordinance No. 1526 entit led: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE RELATING TO PARKING SPACES REQUIRED IN COMMERCIAL ZONES." 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. 1526 be WAIVED and that the same be INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1527, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE BUSINESS LICENSE ORDINANCE TO PERMIT PARKING LOT SALES AND PROMOTIONAL ENTERTAINMENT EVENTS AND PROVIDING CONDITIONS THEREFOR." 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 Ordinance No. 1527 be WAIVED and that the same be INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid This ordinance will be submitted to Council at the next regular meeting. During the interim staff will prepare a report on the background of benches in the City. 2-18-75 - 5 - ORDINANCE NO. 1529 INTRODUCED ,/ RESOLUTION NO. 4479 ADOPTED ~, .- .sl ~; 1\ RESOLUTION NO. 4481 REFERRED & / HELD OVER V (March 18) CLAIM DENIED (BENDER) . +' ,...r ' r' ~ ,.~. J' ......1: '. !~ _1.{(lC. 1Jf.l ..; (C "'/,~ PROCEDURAL ORDINANCE WAIVED MASONIC TEMPLE Title Policy :;J- K ;;) , ,1\_ -tr BICENTENNIAL COMMISSION 21 : 8725 The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1529, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DELETING THE PROHIBITION OF "PIN GAMES", "MARBLE GAMES" AND RELATED AMUSEMENT GAMES." It was MOVED by Councilwoman Laube" seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as 'follows that the reading of the full text of Ordinance No. 1529 be WAIVED and that the same be INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title I of Resolution No. 4479, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDERING THE VACATION OF DEARBORN STREET BETWEEN PECK ROAD AND MYRTLE AVENUE." It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text be waived and that same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid This Resolution designates areas for earlier hours for collection of commercial refuse. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried unanimously that this resolution and maps of the areas in question be submitted to the commercial haulers and the Homeowners' Associations adjacent to said areas. The matter will be back on agenda for March 18. On recommendation of the City Attorney the claim of Elsie B. Bender was DENIED on MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried the provisions of the Procedural Ordinance were WAIVED. On recommendation of the Cit y Manager it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows I that $120 be appropriated from the General Contingency Account to pay the cost of a title policy to clear transfer of property sold to the Masonic Temple by the City. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid APPOINTMENTS: On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously the following appointments were made to the Bicentennial Commission: Mrs. Marguerite Appel Thomas E. Clarke Dr. Edward Pfeiffer Mrs. Donna Mills Arcadia Beautiful Commission Arcadia Planning Commission Historical Consultant Church of the Good Shepherd 2-18-75 - 6 - GIFT (Library) CITY MANAGER EXECUTIVE SESSION (CONVENE ICENTENNIAL COMMISSION COMMISSIONER IDENTIFICATION ADJOURNMENT I 21 :8726 A letter of appreciation will go to Hal Roach who donated a painting to the Library. It was noted that the City Manager has been appointed by the League of California Cities to the Municipal Training Service and Advisory Committee. At 9:15 p.m. Council adjourned to an executive session. At 10:10 p.m. Council reconvened in the Council Chamber. On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously Mrs. Bartling Anderegg was appointed to the Bicentennial Commission. On MOTION by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows appropriate pins and tie tacs will be obtained for presentation to the various Board and/or Commission members for identification purposes: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Gilb, Helms, Lauber, Scott None Councilman Saelid At 10:15 p.m., the meeting adjourned in memory of Rev. Monsignor Gerald M. O'Keeffe, Pastor Emeritus of the Church of the Holy Angels to Monday February 24 at 7 p.m. in the Conference Room. Christine Van Maanen City Clerk t/~u~ MAYOR ATTEST: e?~~~L~ CITY CLERK 2-18-75 - 7 -