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HomeMy WebLinkAboutJULY 1,1975_2 21:8825 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK' I ,"'''',,'W, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL SCOTT EXCUSED MINUTE APPROVAL PRESENTATION BICENTENNIAL i'\S~ HEARING Lot Split CONTINUED (SEPTEMBER 2) j HEARING ILot Split (OCTOBER 7) I MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING JULY 1, 1975 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, met in regular session on Tuesday, July 1, 1975 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall. Rev. Walton W. Doering, Our Savior Lutheran Church Honorable John Rousselot, Congressman PRESENT: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb Councilman Scott On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously Councilman Scott was excused from this meeting. On MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of June 17, 1975 were APPROVED, Congressman Rousselot presented to the City Council and Arcadia Bicentennial Commission Chairman, Paul Johenk, a Patriotic Rendering depicting the Spirit of '76 in honor of the City meeting all of the official requirements for Bicentennial participation. APPEAL from the decision of the Planning Commission for denial of an application to create two lots from two lots by realignment of lot lines at 238-40 W. LeRoy. It was the consensus of Council that this matter should be considered when all Councilmen are present. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that this appeal be scheduled for September 2. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott APPEAL from the decision of the Planning Commission for denial of an application to create two lots from one lot at 633 W. Norman Avenue including removal of the existing house. The Planning Director explained that the majority of the lots in the area are sub-standard in width due to land divisions which occurred many years ago. The Commission was of the opinion that further divisions of existing conforming lots into new sub-standard lots would not provide for an appropriate improvemEnt of the site or prevent an unreasonable hardship. The property in question is approximately 304' deep with 131' width. The two lots as requested would be 65.7' wide instead of the 75' as required. Mayor Gilb declared the hearing open and the applicant, Michael D'Agata, stated in part that he has owned the property for about one year and would like to use one of the lots to build his own home; that all of the lots on the streets are less than the required 75' width. He said he could undeistand if it were a new subdivision but the existing lot dimensions could not change in the future and asked for favorable con- sideration of his request. 7-1-75 - 1 - HEARING ZONE CHANGE APPROVED '~ ('"" '2 ,1\l.... ,. j\l\.\I.(\'" AGENDA ITEM DEFERRED o~ CONDITIONAL \ USE PERMIT (Eaton's Restaurant) Referred 21:8826 Communication from Mr. and Mrs. P. H. Kellogg, 623 W. Norman Avenue, supporting the lot split request, was made part of the record. William Watts, 659 W. Norman Avenue, stated in part that he has lived at that address for six years. His lot is 60' wide. He said in part that the residents like the street the way it is and asked Council to deny the request. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried unani- mously. Discussion ensued and Councilman Helms submitted that the recommendation appears sound and comes to Council with the unanimous vote of the Planning Commission.. the properties which are less than 75' were divided before the establishment of the current regulations. He expressed sympathy for the property owners who find themselves in I ' this situation, but the ordinance was in effect at the time Mr. D'Agata purchased the property. He MOVED that the appeal be denied and the decision of the Commission be SUSTAINED. Motion seconded by Councilman Sae lid. Councilwoman Lauber submitted in part that it appears to her that the subject property is landlocked and that no other lot on the street is over 65' except one... that it seems strange to her to take this one parcel and discriminate against it. What would remain would be one very large unsightly piece of land in the middle of a developed neighborhood. Councilman Saelid felt that by splitting the lot there would be more of a problem than presently exists with two extremely 'long narrow lots. Roll call was then taken on the MOTION to DENY the appeal. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: CQuncil Membera Saelid, Helms, Gilb Councilwoman Lauber Councilman Scott NOTE: Council later in this meeting voted to reconsider this action and a public hearing was rescheduled for October 7, 1975. Planning Commission recommendation to change the zoning of the ,downtown, CC (Community Commercial) D imd H' properties ,to Zone C-2 (General CO[llmercial). and H. (Resolution. No.. 894) The Planni~g Dir~ctor explained that the ar~a under" consideration is a triangular parcel containing about 25 acres bounded on the south by Huntington Drive, on the west by Santa Anita and on the northeast by the railroad. It is currently developed with a variety of office, commercial and light industrial. The recommended zoning would be consistent with the General Plan. In response to a question he noted that the D-overlay would be removed...all of the conditions of the D Overlay have been superseded by amendments in the zoning ordinance. Mayor Gilb declared the hearing open and no one desiring to speak the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously. ' It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, I seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation be APPROVED, that Council finds this would not have a substantial impact on the environment and that the City Attorney prepare the appropriate ordinance. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott The agenda item on the modification request filed by Anita Associates was considered later in this meeting. See Page 9. Planning Commission Resolution No. 895 granting a conditional use permit for a restaurant and coffee shop at 1150 W. Colorado Blvd. (Eaton's Restaurant). It was noted that the applicant has prepared revised plans. Matter referred back to the Commission for consideration of said plans. 7 -1-7 5 - 2 - ~ <~ CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (Restaurant) RATIFIED HEARINGS SCHEDULED Irll'~'.J,..:.\ RACT O. 32334 Final Map APPROVED I {:I- II . . YOUTH COMMISSION BY-LAWS REVISED ". :..~, ,. . . ., ~ '.,,~ - ".' ~ 21 :8827 Planning Commission Resolution No. 896 granting a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 158 W. Las Tunas in the Market-Towne Shopping Center. Conditions of approval set forth in the resolution. It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that the action of the Planning Commission be and it is hereby ratified. Planning Commission Resolution No. 895 relating to a Recreation Element for the General Plan. JULY 15, 1975 Planning Commission Resolution No. 898 relating to the emission or creation of noise beyond certain levels and at specific times. SEPTEMBER 2, 1975. Final map of Tract No. 32334 (720-728 W. Lemon Avenue and 1821-1827 S. Baldwin Avenue). The Planning Director explained that one of the conditions of approval had not been complied with, i.e., the developer was to submit a plot plan indicating the location of all existing trees with a diameter larger than six inches which were to be removed --- this was to be done prior to the issuance of a grading or building permit. However all of the trees (15) were removed and staff has determined that nine of these could have been saved. The recommended conditions for approval provided for the subdivider to replace the nine trees on a two for one basis with 24" box trees of a species to be approved by City staff. (See report dated July 1). The subdivider, Milt Bade, 63 Birchcroft, explained that the trees which he removed were over 20 years old and had not been taken care of during those years..that he always saves trees where possible. He questioned having to replace the trees because a new owner might not want the particular type or in a location he would choose. The matter of drainage was discussed at length. The City Engineer explained the drainage situation at this location noting that the water must drain into the street. Mr. Bade said he has discussed this with the adjacent residents and felt they were satisfied there would not be an engineering problem...that he tries to protect all residents and would not want to leave himself open for future litigation. Councilman Helms submitted in part that staff was correct in bringing the matter of trees to the attention of Council, however at this point he could not enforce the recommended condition of approval (replacement) and that in the future when Council i3 considering a new tract staff should advise that there might be a drainage problem and conditions could then be imposed. Councilwoman Lauber submitted in part that in the future if there are trees to be preserved Council should either have pictures or some notation from staff as to the condition..thdt she could not at this time force the developer to replace the trees on a two to one basis. Councilman Saelid agreed on the matter of trees and expressed the hope that other developers will abide by the regulation. .... that this is an exceptional instance. Councilwoman Lauber then MOVED to approve the final map of Tract No. 32334. Councilman Helms seconded the motion which was carried on roll call vote as fo llows : AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott Council received the revised By-Laws of the Youth Commission. This Commission was established to make recommendations to Council on matters relating to youth of the community and to provide leadership for the coordination of youth activities within the community. It was MOVED by 7 -1-7 5 - 3 - 21:8828 Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows that same be APPROVED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION ARCHITECT (COUNCIL CHAMBER PROJECT) , \ : J ;1 V tt "I l;f ,/ Michael D'Agata, 633 W. Norman Avenue, asked Council to reconsider its action in denying his request for permission to divide his property. He pointed out other locations where homes are constructed on less than 75' lots and asked for more time to prepare a further presentation for I Council review. Council was not adverse to granting his request and it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that Council reconsider its motion for denial of a lot split at 633 W. Norman Avenue. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, None . Councilman Scott Saelid, Helms, Gilb Councilman Helms further MOVED to reschedule and renotice a public hearing for OCTOBER 7 at which time it is anticipated a full Council will be present. Motion seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott . The City Manager submitted a proposed agreement for architectural services for the Council Chamber project including a new Council Chamber building with basement and remodeling of certain City Hall offices. It was noted in the report dated June 27 that the major financing will come from General Revenue Sharing funds and the remainder from Unexpended Capital Program funds with no use of General City tax revenue. Staff is preparing a press release which will incorporate a description of the project, justification of need, preliminary cost estimates and proposed financing. The preliminary plans and reports will be available for citizen inspection. Herb Fletcher, 175 W. Lemon Avenue, expressed his thinking on the proposed expenditure for this project. He felt this type of expenditure should be submitted to the electorate. That in his opinion the present accommodations are adequate; that the population of the City is not expanding and there isn't really a need at this time. Councilman Saelid stated in part that he would like to see a full disclosure of this proposed project... perhaps in the next City's Newsletter. He I would like to solicit citizen input to see if it has community support. Although there would not be a tax increase to the property owner the revenue sharing funds are from taxpayers nevertheless. If the citizens are willing to back this project he would support it completely. He agreed that improvements are needed in the Chamber and that more space is needed for some departments, still the general public has not been informed. This is something he would like to avoid in the future. Councilman Helms submitted in part that many of the citizens have no idea. as to the needs of city government and actually the Councilmen and staff are the most knowledgable in this area..that for the past seven and a half years he has shared with members of the Council the thought that the Chamber is woefully inadequate for the needs of the City. He would support the project with all fervor as a matter which is in the 7 -1-75 - 4 - --j,', . 21:8829 province of the Council to determine. This is not the type of project that results in a bond issue and it is not going to increase taxes.. funds are available by Congressional action at the direction of the . President, and if Council determines that it is desirable from the point of view of the City to have additional facilities for public meetings then this is the time to face up to it and use the funds that are available. I Councilwoman Lauber stated in pprt that Council was elected to do a job - it is a hard job ... .facts are studied and a great deal of time is spent in arriving at decisions. Looking at the community great strides are apparent and Councils have had to have the courage to move ahead. She felt the physical layout of the Chamber was ill designed and noted that at one time it was used as a Court. She continued in part that she would support the project and submitted that she would look into every detail as it progresses. Mayor Gilb stated in part that the need for space to accommodate various departments is great and the only way to do this is to utilize the Chamber and to place the Chamber elsewhere. He noted the crowded conditions of many departments. To refurbish the Chamber would not solve the problem. With reference to the thoughts of many of the citizens that there is need for an auditorium --- that is well and good --- but there isn't money enough for that - six or seven million dollars - but there are sufficient funds available for a new Chamber which would meet the needs of the City and at the same time provide additional office space. Consideration then ensued on the contents of the proposed agreement with the architects. Two changes were agreed upon. Article 9 Ownership of Documents will read "Drawings and Specifications shall become the property of the owner whether the Project for which they are made is executed or not." Article 14.6 wU'l read "Architect shall endeavor to design the new Council Chamber building to complement the existing City Hall buildings. The Architect shall make sketches and recommendations for improving the exterior of the existing City Hall buildings and shall be compensated for such work as per paragraph 11.B of Page two of this Agreement." During this the Architect, Mr. Ruhnau, responded to questions and a reridering of a suggested exterior was reviewed. It was then MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber that the Mayor and City Clerk be AUTHORIZED to execute the agreement with the changes as indicated; that the Option be exercised and that the Ruhnau, Evans, Ruhnau Associates be instructed to proceed with the preliminary studies of the exterior of the existing building. Councilman Saelid referred to the Articles of the Agreement on Payment to the Architect and the termination of the agreement. The City Attorney suggested wording providing for the termination of the Agreement upon 15 days written notice. ..'this would give Council the opportunity to terminate the architectural services and also the architect an oppor- tunity to terminate without fault on either party. I As to compensation on termination, Article 8.2 should be deleted and Article 8.3 amended to read that termination expenses are defined as total compensation earned to termination based on reasonable value of services in accordance with the schedule set forth in Section 6.1.2. Councilman Helms AMENDED his MOTION to include the suggested amendments to Article 8, which was accepted by Councilwoman Lauber who had seconded the motion. Roll call vote was then taken on the Motion as amended. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Helms, Gilb Councilman Saelid Councilman Scott Staff will make a full report of this project in the next City's News letter. 7 -1-7 5 - 5 - CONTRACT AWARD Street Maintenance Slurry Seal ~ " L\ L "r " I,;; ,-. ,~ : DIAL-A-RIDE PROGRAM /. I .f r). () I ')u I' _s' '\~\,\\'\ \L> TRAFFIC COLORADO OAKS AREA \ \ ,-. >,\ \ \ \ \ WARNING DEVICE 21: 8830 Council received the following results of bids received and recommendation for award o~ contract for the 1974-75 annual street maintenance program - slurry seal - Job No. 438; Chamber Mix Concrete, Inc. Flex-Paving Engineering Pavement Coatings Co. Bay Slurry Seal Co. ./ $13,110.15 13,667.50 13,809.50 14,178.70 It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried-on roll call vote as follows that the contract be awarded to Chamber-Mix Concrete, Inc. in the amount of $13,110.15, that all informalities or irregularities in the bids or bidding process be waived and the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the contract in form approved by the City Attorney - $16,000 was appropri- ated from State Gas Tax Funds for said project. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott Council received the proposed Dial-A-Ride Agreement for the fiscal year 1975-76. Included therein was a provision for a 25~ discount fare for senior citizens 65 years of age and over and for handicapped persons. It was recommended that the hours remain 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. for the time being and if the need presents itself the agreement could be amended at such time. Councilman Helms stated in part that the program has met the needs of those who do not have any way to keep doctor appointments, get to the grocery store and the like; that it has been especially successful in those areas and he does not see any point in disturbing it until Council has a firm basis of statistical information to change the format and MOVED to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement in form approved by the City Attorney. Councilman Lauber seconded the motion. Some discussion held on the cost of the program.... and a rough figure was submitted: $126,000 (approximately one third from fares, one third from Federal funds and one third from City subsidy.) It was noted that a clause is in the agreement providing for a 30 day option termination if at some point a decision has to be made. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott Council received the report on traffic problems in the Colorado Oaks area. This was first presented to Council on June 3 and during the interim the Director of Public Works has met with the Rancho Santa Anita Residents' Association. The report concluded that based on the present and past studies and comparison of traffic count and accident statistics there is no. strong justification for drastic corrective action directed toward the permanent changing of traffic patterns in the Colorado-Oaks residential area. I Gerald Murray, 481 Stanford:Drive spoke to a number of concerns relating to traffic problems and safety in the immediate area of Harvard and Stanford. He will incorporate these in a communication and submit for consideration as to alternate solutions. The parking problem incurred by visitors to the Arboretum and the race track was also touched upon. In a subsequent report staff will include findings on other locations of concern including traffic problem on Holly. Avenue. Council received the report concerning a warning device at the inter- section of First Avenue and Genoa. A recommendation was submitted from the Battalion Chief and the Director of Public Works which would conform to the restrictions of the Vehicle Code relative to traffic controls as well as regulatory and warning signs. It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, 7 -1-7 5 - 6 - (:\('-~\ \ \ '.'- LEFT TURN PHASING Santa Anita at Huntington & Dua rte I STREET IMPROVEMENT LAS TUNAS DRIVE JOB 434 I f', p~G. INSURANCE (LIABILITY) r . ~~ 0- ":" '-;:. .~-... ,. 21:8831 seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that an Emergency Vehicle Crossing sign be installed at this intersection. The sign to be internally illuminated in a flashing mode upon actuation by the Fire Department dispatcher. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber; Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott Council received the results of a staff study concerning left turn phasing at intersections of Santa Anita Avenue at Huntington Drive and at Duarte Road. Each intersection was analyzed and recommendations for improvement were submitted. Santa Anita Avenue at Duarte Road: The study indicated justification for a separate left turn phase, however, the narrow traffic lanes and inadequate length of left turn storage and transition lanes would aggravate existing conflict pruBlems during longer cycle lengths which would result from the addition of a left turn phase. It was recommended that if Council determines from the facts presented in the study that left turn phasing is desirable a concurrent approach improvement should be authorized and necessary parking restrictions implemented. The estimated cost for signal modification and pavement restriping is $40,000. Santa Anita Avenue at Huntington Drive: Huntington Drive is in the State Highway system and existing signals are coordinated for east-west progression. An additional phase, especially one on the Jlminor" street, would seriously affect the highway movement. The most effective means of correction would be modification of both signals and roadway. The estimated cost for signal modification would be $15,000 while roadway work is estimated at $25,000. Inasmuch as relinquishment is pending and should be accomplished within a year it was recommended that the signal modification plans be prepared for left turn phasing but actual work delayed until jurisdiction of Huntington Drive is returned to the City by the State at which time the signal work could be done. It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows that staff be directed to proceed with design plans and spetificati6ns 'for both' idtersecti6ns., AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott pursuant to Council instructions an investigation was made as to the feasibility of an additional opening in the Las Tunas Drive median between Baldwin and Bradford Avenues. Proposed openings for left U-turns are at Baldwin, Bradford, Winthrop, Holly, Caroline Way, Warren Way, Longley Way, Gilpin Way and El Monte - at a spacing of about 400' with the exception of Baldwin to Bradford which is 800'. It was noted in the report dated July 1 that for safety reasons and uniformity in policy it has been the City's practice to provide left turn pockets at street intersections and at major traffic generators. Midblock openings cause an unexpected slow-down in traffic as a result of vehicles making U-turns and can cause collisions. Based on safety and uniformity in policy it was submitted by staff that the opening would not serve a major traffic generator and considering the short length of the median it was recom- mended that an additional median opening not be allowed. The report was accepted with the consensus that the project proceed as originally designed. Council received a summarization of the results of the market search undertaken by the Arcadia Independent Insurance Agents Association on behalf of the City. This was submitted by the insurance analysts, Mund, McLaurin & Company, retained by the City to make this study of the comprehensive General Liability including automobile insurance. Recom- mendation was made for acceptance of one of the proposals. It was noted 7 -1-7 5 - 7 - 14: l ,,\ . ,I \ BLOCK PARTIES JULY 4 APPROVED ANNEXATION NO. 43 (Anoakill area) f.' .\ -;/) \)I PROCEDU!1.AL ORDINANCE WAIVED RESOLUTION NO. 4507 ADOPTED '\ f.: ,\)-' 21:8832 that only three insurance companies submitted annual premium quotations for $5,000,000 limits of protection. During the consideration,Councilman Helms stated in part that in his opinion there is no justification for the increase in premium - based on the City's experience which has been very low. He suggested seeking legislation whereby the insurance carriers in this field would be required to open up their books to inspection. He then MOVED to ACCEPT the proposal of the Harbor Insurance Company for 3 year $5,000,000 liability insurance coverage on a.$500 deductible basis at an annual premium of $59,333; also for an additional $5,000,000 at an annual premium of $1,250. Motion seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott I Councilman Helms further MOVED that a communication be directed to the Governor and to the Legislature with an appropriate preamble reciting the experience of the City with its liability insurance and recommending a public audit of the experience and financial records of the liability insurance carriers engaged in municipal protection. Motion seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously. On MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by, Councilwoman Lauber and carried unanimously permission was granted for the following block parties on July 4: Winnie Way - Holly Avenue to Lovell Avenue Wistaria Avenue - Holly Avenue to El Monte Avenue El Sereno Avenue - Longden Avenue to' Estrella Avenue The temporary closures were granted subject to conditions as listed in staff report dated July 1. Council was advised that written consent from all of the landbwners involved in the proposed annexation of the area referred to as Anoakia had given written consent and that it is no longer required to hold a public hearing or a special election in connection therewith. In order to consider the following items the prOV1Slons of the Procedural Ordinance were WAIVED on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott Whereupon the City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4507 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 4506 RELATING TO INTENTION TO CALL FOR A SPECIAL ANNEXATION ELECTION (ANOAKIA) AND FIXING A TIME AND PLACE FOR A HEARING BY PROPERTY OWNERS." I ,\ It was MOVED by Councilman,Saelid, 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 Lauber,Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott 7-1-75 - 8 - RESOLUTION NO. 4508 ADOPTED ;}-qs-ok I FJFUND (Business License) APPROVED FASHION PARK (Signs) APPROVED FJd-d-7H ;. - . .r~~"" {i', , ",,; '.'':'''.,.. 21: 8833 The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of R~solution No. 4508 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF THAT CERTAIN TERRITORY DESIGNATED AS ANNEXATION NO. 43 (ANOAKIA) TO THE CITY OF ARCADIA." It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Saelid 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 Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott On r~commendation of staff it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that a refund of $19.13 be authorized for Andrew Berkompas. This represents the unused portion of his business license fee and is provided for refund by AMC Section 6214.5.3. Mr. Berkompas has undergone heart surg~ry and will be unable to work during this year. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott One of the conditions of Resolution No. 4185 requtres that plans be sub- mitted in connection with development regulations governing Fashion Pk. Anita Associates filed a modification application providing for three additional free standing signs for the identification of three new restaurants. Ernie Weber, Anita Associates, explained the size, location and stated in part that only the name of the restaurants will be on the signs. The Commission recommended approval subject to the modi- fication of the resolution so as to eliminate the remaining free standing sign and allow the three signs as proposed and further prohibit any signing of the complex in any way other than the wall signs for J. C, Penney and Robinsons. Mr. Weber said he understood the provision and they would not be requesting any further signs. It was MOVED .by Coun~ilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows that the application be APPROVED subject to the stipu- lated condition. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott MINI-PARK Coun~il received and filed the communication from the Highlands HIGHLAND Homeowners' Association, Inc., concerning a mini-park on the southwest OAKS AREA corner of Highland Oaks and Highland Vista Drive. A resident of the A I J L ../!ljt:.j~area had requested consideration of the location for a mini-park. It . U" / was the view of the Association that such a development in the area of J~~ single family dwellings does not seem desirable at the present time. ~{!'\ I AGENDA ITEM WITHDRAWN V ORDINANCE NO. 1536/ ADOPTED An agenda item concerning use of city-owned property for temporary . construction storage was withdrawn at the. request of the contractor. The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content and lCead the title of Ordinance No. 1536, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 9266.2.3 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE MINIMUM LOT SIZE REGULATIONS OF THE M-l ZONE." It Was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text 7-1-75 - 9 - ORDINANCE NO. 1537 INTRODUCED SIGNS (Study Session) OUTSIDE DISPLAYS (Merchandise) (Study Session) PROCEDURAL ORDINANCE WAIVED APPOINTMENTS Planning Commission & Library Board V ANOAKIA AREA I'bf PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION IMPROVED NSp 21 :8834 be waived and that the same be ADOPTED, AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1537, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE TO RECLASSIFY PROPERTY AT 229-234 NORTH FIFTH AVENUE FROM R-3 AND M- 1 TO R- 1 . " It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text be waived and that same be INTRODUCED. I AYES: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb NOES: None ABSENT: Councilman Scott The second reading of this ordinance will be delayed pending a California Supreme Court decision. Council received the report on sign requirements in commercial zones (dated June 24). Same will be discussed during a forthcoming study session. Council received the report of the City Attorney on flower carts and other merchandise displayed outside of buildings (dated June 27). This matter will be discussed at a Study Session --- along with the proposed sign regulations in commercial zones. In order to consider the following the provisions of the Procedural Ordinance were WAIVED ~n MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows: A:tES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that Miles perlis be appointed to the Planning Commission for a full four year term ending June 30, 1979 and that Don Hage be appointed to the Library Board for a full four year term ending June 30, 1979. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott The Planning Director advised that an application of the owners in the subject area for a change in current designation is single family residential. I has been filed by one the General Plan. The Information only. The City Manager advised that endeavors for improved bus service for the City appear to be productive in that the County Board of Supervisors have just agreed to increase the number of buses and they should be in service by January 1976. Councilman Helms MOVED to give the City Manager a vote of confidence for his efforts in this regard. Mayor Gilb seconded the motion which was carried unanimously. 7 -1-7 5 - 10 - SAELlD I\lSP HELMS 1 rl<P ADJOURNMENT RECONVENE ~ 1"",-", 2L:8835 Spoke to a dangerous situation when a motorist attempts to enter Hugo Reid Drive from MichiLlinda Avenue and cited a recent incident. Spoke to the matter of an additional tennis court at the Hugo Reid site. Asked that staff request input from the Little League organization as to how the construction of a tennis court could ~ast affect its operation. He felt something could now be worked out. This matter will be placed on the agenda during October. Referred to his request of staff for information on the no-smoking ordinance in Los Angeles and felt Council should give serious consider- ation to prohibiting smoking in public places. He also noted that patrons are smoking in the theatres in Fashion Park. Acknowledged the report on the emergency services of the Paramedics at the golf course and felt it "a step in the right direction. Spoke to acquainting the general public with Council actions and suggested thought be given the possibility of having the minutes, or a summary thereof, published in the local press - at least to see if there is any reaction from the public. Staff will check into cost, etc. Referred to a meeting of San Gabriel VaLley Cities' representatives - at which was discussed the possibility of forming an Association of Cities of the San Gabriel Valley which wouLd give the cities an oppor- tunity of meeting together and discussing common problems -- and the possibility of forming a new County or reforming the present County structure...something to give a more efficient County representation to this Valley. Mayor Gilb appointed Councilman Helms to represent the City at the meetings to consider the formation of the Association and Councilman Saelid as alternate. At 10:50 p.m. it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously that the meeting adjourn to a date certain. It was subsequently MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that the meeting reconvene and that the provisions of the procedural Ordinance be WAIVED in order to take the foLlowing action. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb None Councilman Scott It was then MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unanimously that Thomas E. CLark be reappointed to the Planning Commission for a full four year term ending June 30, 1979. At 10:55 p.m. Councilman Helms MOVED to adjourn District Attorney, Joseph P. Busch, to July 15, Conference Room. Motion seconded by Councilman unanimously. in memory of the late 1975 at 7 p.m. in the Saelid and carried 6/::4i~ Mayor ATTEST: ~;4&AJ2 --U<11 ~~A~ City Clerk 7-1-75 - 1 L -