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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAUGUST 19,1975_2 21:8852 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK I INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL RECOGNITION RESOLUTION NO. 4519 ADOPTED '. )~p ij\J ./ I ( , M I NUT E S CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING AUGUST 19, 1975 The City Council of Tuesday, August 19, Arcadia City Hall. the City of Arcadia, met in regular session on 1975 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the / George Watts, Assistant City Manager Councilman Jack Saelid PRESENT: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Scott, Saelid, Gilb Council Member Helms On MOTION by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried unanimously Councilman Helms was excused. On MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Scott and carried the minutes of the regular meeting of July 15 were approved. Councilwoman Lauber abstained as she was absent at that time. On MOTION by Councilman Scott,.,seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried the minutes of the regular meeting of August 5 were approved. Councilman Saelid abstained from voting as he was absent at that time. On behalf of Council Mayor Gilb presented to John A. Grivich a Resolution of Appreciation. Mr. Grivich is retiring as Manager of the Water Department. On MOTION by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried the following resolution was ADOPTED. "WHEREAS, we the members of th.e City Counci 1 of th.e City of Arcadia regretfully learn that John A. Grivich is taking a disability retirement after twenty-six years of serving the City of Arcadia; and WHEREAS, during this service and his sixteen years as Water Manager the Arcadia Water Department has been brought to a standard of service almost unparalleled in Southern California; and WHEREAS, during this period Arcadia water service has changed from one in which the water supply was so insufficient that rationing was required and the City was virtually out of water to one of the fifteen water systems found by the State Department of Health to be outstanding in the State; and WHEREAS, this has been accomplished under the leadership of John Grivich without the use of bonded indebtedness and with one of the lo~est water rate systems in the area; and WHEREAS, all of us have enjoyed and appreciated working with John during this service and have never ceased to be amazed at the wealth of information he has concerning water service; and WHEREAS, we can only reconcile ourselves to John's departure by accepting the fact that this disability retirement is best for his health and future well-being: NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Arcadia that it unanimously commends John Grivich for his excellent service, wishes him the best of health and happiness in the future, and expresses the appreciation of the entire community for outstanding service rendered.1I 8-19-75 - 1 - TRACT NO. 26166 TENTATIVE MAP APPROVED /' e'V:~\ Jf... ) . '--.,) ,\ ' I. .,.P .111 'hl" , T TRACT NO. 26248 TENTATIVE MAP APPROVED p" Su 6])\" l r '! Ij ,: -I ,/,"\ . \ \' ,\ I 21 : 8853 Councilwoman Lauber then presented Mr. Grivich with a plaque in appreciation of his service from July 20, 1949 to June 6, 1975. A Certificate of Commendation was also presented to Mr. Grivich by Mayor GUb. Mr. Grivich explored a little of the background of the department, some of the problems encountered in building the department to its present status and accepted the presentations on behalf of past and present personnel of the Department. George Forman, 224 W. Orange Grove Avenue, expressed appreciation for the efforts and accomplishments of Mr. Grivich and also to Mrs. Grivich for her many endeavors especially in the field of President of the Arboretum Foundation. I The Planning Commission recommended approval of the tentative map of Tract No. 26166 which would create a 10 unit condominium at ]31-741 Fairview Avenue. The proposed condominium is consistent with the R-3 density regulations and with the General Plan. Eight units will be single story and two will be located over the garages, It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Scott and carried on roll call vote as follows that the tentative map be approved, subject to all conditions specified in the report dated August 12 and that Council determines this project would not have a substantial adverse impact on the environment. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms Council received the revised ~entative map of Tract No. 26248 which would create a 12 lot subdivision at 420-430 W. Foothill Boulevard. The Planning Commission recommended approval subject to conditions outlined in a staff report and with the following additional conditions: 1. Prior to the issuance of a grading permit the developer shall submit grading plans to the Planning Commission for its review, and 2. A six foot block wall shall be installed along the easterly and westerly boundary lines of the subject property. During the discussion it was noted by the Planning Director that the subject property has been zoned R-l (minimum lot size of 7500 sq. ft.) for approximately 20 years and the development essentially meets the code requirements. It would be a 320 ft. cul de sac street with a 50 ft. right-of-way with 5 ft. easements for planting and sidewalk on each side. The density of 4.4 dwelling units per acre would conform with the General Plan. One lot (No.3) is deficient in depth and one (No.4) is deficient in depth as well as width..however they both exceed the minimu~ lot size requirement. I Some reference was made to adjacent property owner opposition to this subdivision due to the size of the lots, however, it was pointed out that the present zoning for 7500 sq, ft. has been in existence for a long time without any requests being made for larger lots, at least not until the subject development came into being. The City Attorney advised that the matter before Council at this time is not consideration of a zone change .. only the tentative map of the proposed subdivision. The name of the new street was designated as Arbolada Drive which was intended to be an extension of the present street by that name, however Council felt it would be confusing to have a north/south street suddenly become east/west and eventually took action that staff and the developer submit new names. 8-19-75 - 2 - I HEARING SCHEDULED / ARCADIA / BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION RECESS IRECONVENE AUDIENCE / / ; ~ 'I I' ';,' l' " 21:8854 Council concurred that the subject development is not the most desirable for Foothill Boulevard which has not developed as Council would have preferred. The street carries heavy fast traffic and greater density would only compound the traffic situation. It was agreed that larger lots would have been much more acceptable, however, at this point the developer has proceeded with his plans with the knowledge that the land was zoned for 7500 sq. ft. lots. . It was noted that only 5 lots remain which could be developed in th~ future and at this time there is not much which could be done. Grading was discussed and Council expressed strong concern for the privacy of the residents and the City Attorney advised that an ordinance is in the making which would require landscaping as part of the conditions of approval. During this proceeding the developer, Gordon Maddock, answered questions and explained his endeavors to acquire the adjacent properties and he still has hopes of developing the remaining lots. It was MOVED by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that the revised tentative map of Tract No. 26248 be APPROVED subject to all conditions in the staff report of August 12 and the two additional conditions indicated in the report dated August 19; that the Director of Public Works, in conjunction with the developer, submit new names for the street and that Council determines the project would not have a substantial adverse impact"on the environment. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms Council reiterated its disappointment at the size of the lots but agreed there is little which could be done now... .especially in view of the fact that the property owners did not file for a change of zone although they had been advised they could if they so desired. The Planning Director submitted in part that it is always possible that an approved tract may never be developed. A developer could probably obtain an extension for additional time, but he might also decide he did not want to go ahead for one reason or another. September 2 and 16 were scheduled for public hearings on Planning Commission recommendation concerning a Public Safety Element to the General Plan (Resolution No. 906). Recommendation concerning outside storage of merchandise was referred to staff for input. Mrs. Lois Patnou represented the Commission. Council will soon have a study session on this. Council recessed in order to act as the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Council reconvened. PARTICIPATION Ed Passmore, 1109 Columbia Road,stated in part that a real estate broker on the Antioch Redevelopment Agency had been called before the Fair Political Practices Commission, which Commission had made some strong comments regarding conflict of interest but had not yet rendered an opinion. An attorney, according to Mr. Passmore, was of the opinion that a real estate person is automatically in violation if he makes a redevelopment agency decision. In response to a question the City Attorney submitted that it is difficult to ascertain the validity of the statement without the facts of the particular case but merely to 8-19-75 - 3 - WORK ACCEPTANCE ~~ 11" r', l~ ') STREET LIGHTS ALTURA TERRACE CONTRACT AWARDED Q ~ y\ EASEMENT (DAINES DRIVE) SEPTEMBER 2 ASSESSED VALUATION & / TAX RATE V ORDINANCE NO. 1542 TAX RATES ADOPTED ./ ANOAKIA ANNEXATION (FEES) AUTHORIZED I~P~ \: .\y 21:8855 say that a real estate person could not make redevelopment decisions is nonsense. Councilman Scott expressed concern that implications of a conflict of interest should be made by hearsay and without foundation. On recommendation of the City Manager and the Director of Public Works the work performed by the Chamber-Mix Concrete, Inc., for the 1974-75 annual street maintenance program (Slurry Seal Job'No. 438) was accepted and final payment authorized in accordance with the terms of the contract on MOTION by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms I Council received a report relating to street light instal~tion on Altura Terrace (Tract No. 32493). Plans and specifications were prepared and informal bids received and opened August 13, The report indicated grading operations in the subdivision resulted in damage to two existing street light standards on Altura Road 'and at the.request of the contractor replacement standards were included in the project. The developer will pay and has deposited $735 to pay his share of the cost- and the grading contractor will pay $900, leaving $1915 to be appropri- ated, It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that the contract be awarded to the low bidder, A.E.C. of Eagle Rock in the amount of $3,550; that any informalities or irregularities in the bids or bidding process be waived and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the contract in form approved by the City Attorney_- that.$l,915 be appropriated from' Capital Improvement Project Funds. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms The request of Los Angeles County Road Department for jurisdiction and easement to construct Daines Drive pedestrian bridge will be placed on the September 2 agenda. Council received the rep~rt on the assessed valuations for the current fiscal year which reflect an increase of 7.3% or $11,713,913. Staff recommended the property tax rate be set at the same rate ($.9400) for the 1975-76 fiscal year. The City Attorney then presented, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1542, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE 'CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA FIXING THE RATES OF TAXES AND LEVYING TAXES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1975-1976." I It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Scott 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, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms The Government Code requires that the State Board of Equalization be paid the basic annexation fee and fees for withdrawal of the Anoakia area from special districts. The total fee is $220. It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll 8-19-75 - 4 - PARKING NEEDS I / ORDINANCE NO. 1539 ADOPTED v ./ v {vt1 ,/ . ORDINANCE / NO, 1540 V INTRODUCED 21 :8856 call vote as follows that the sum of $220 be appropriated from the General Contingency Account to cover the stated fees. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Counc ilman He lms Council received a petition and request that a Parking Authority be created to serve all of the City. The petition was signed by businessmen in the West Arcadia section. The specific area of concern is the block bounded by Duarte Road, Naomi Avenue, Baldwin and Lovell Avenue. Lyle Cunningham, with business offices at 630 W. Duarte Road, spoke in favor of the request. MOVED that the matter be pursued and that staff prepare a study therefor. Motion seconded by Councilman Scott and carried on roll' call 'vote as follows: AYES: :Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb ABSENT: Councilman Helms NOES: None The City Attorney presented for che second time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1539, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 1380, AS AMENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 1518, AUTHORIZING AN INCREASE IN COMMUNITY ANTENNA TELEVISION RATES," It was MOVED by Councilman Scott, 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, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1540, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE TO PERMIT ADVERTISING SIGN BOARDS IN ZONE M-l OR ANY, LESS RE- STRICTIVE ZONE ON A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT BASIS." It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Scott and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text be waived and that same be INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms I ORDINANCE NO. 1541 INTRODUCED The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content / and read the title of Ordinance No. 1541, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO DEPARTMENTAL ORGANIZATION." It was MOVED by Councilman Scott, 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 INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms This ordinance will remove the Building and Safety Division from the Department of Public Works to the Planning Department Division and the Water Department will become a Division under the Department of P~blic Works. It was noted that the State Law requires the Water Department to remain a separate entity as far as records and inventory are concerned. This is a change in organization only and no change is 8-19-75 - 5 - RESOLUTION NO. 4512 ADOPTED ( ~' J,A (" RESOLUTION NO. 4514 ADOPTED 'I fY \0 (" ') f' \ J 1 RESOLUTION NO, .4515 ADOPTED ~ -Ii RESOLUTION ~ NO. 4516 ADOPTED \ I ~ RESOLUTION \ ~O. 4518 , ,DOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 4517 ADOPTED "- WATER \ MANAGER 'l \ \". .; J 21 :8857 implied or planned on financial integrity and independence of the water system. Councilman Saelid submitted in part that there has been some concern expressed by residents that there might be commingling of funds and he hoped this would be made public. He would like to see Council evaluate the change on an annual basis. The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4512, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ELECTING TO PAY 50% OF THE 1975-1976 TAXES LEVIED UPON PROPERTY WITHIN T HE CITY BY THE METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA." 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. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4514, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AUTHORIZING THE PLANNING DIRECTOR TO SIGN THE CLAIM FORMS FOR BIKEWAY DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGNATING A BIKEWAY PROJECT." It was MOVED by Council.woman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Scott 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, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms r "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING WITHDRAWN FROM LONGDEN LIGHTING DISTRICT THAT PORTION OF SAID DISTRICT INCLUDED WITHIN THE CITY OF ARCADIA BY REASON OF ANNEXATION NO, 43 (ANOAKIA)." "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, 43." "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. 43." "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REQUESTING EXCLUSION FROM THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT INCLUDED WITHIN THE CITY OF ARCADIA BY REASON OF ANNEXATION NO. 43." I On MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows the'reading of the full content of Resolution Nos. 4515, 4516, 4517 and 4518 was WAIVED and same were ADOPTED, AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms Mayor Gilb introduced the new Water Manager, Robert Berlien,who assumed his new position July 30, 1975. 8-19-75 - 6 - -" <--" ~ --~. -, 21 :8858 APPOINTMENTS It was MOVED by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows that Dan Jones be reappointed for a full four year term on the Parking'Place Commission. / AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that Mts. Catherine Mundy be appointed for a full four year term on the Arcadia Beautiful Commission. / AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms I It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that Joseph Nocita be appointed to a full four year term on the Sister City Commission. /' Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms AYES: NOES: ABSENT: In response to an inquiry the Planning Director advised that the proposed new restaurants (The Plank House and Coco.'s) are progressing and that the land has now been cleared of the old Eaton's Restaurant structure. EATON PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT ANOAKIA ANNEXATION (EIR) Discussion held on the preparation of an environmental impact report which was brought about by a request of a property owner in the Anoakia area who has filed for a General Plan change for ultimate development of his property. Staff felt it would be in the best interest of obtaining the most objective report if an outside consultant prepared the EIR, ~It was MOVED by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber . f\ carried on roll call vote as follows that the provisions of the Procedural Ordinance be waived in order to consider this item. and r 11'0 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms It was then MOVED by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that the environmental impact report for the Anoakia property be prepared by other than City staff. I I Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None Councilman Helms AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Some discussion held on the parking situation at the Westerner. One of the adjacent property owners has asked for red curb painting. Mayor Gilb would like to review the area again before voting on the matter and Councilman Saelid felt something will eventually have 'to be done due to the inadequate parking for the restaurant. WESTERNER RESTAURANT j' 8-19-75 - 7 - AUTHORIZATION FOR CITY MANAGER ~{( ASSESSMENT (PROPERTY.) ~sJ BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION \~:/ SISTER CITY \,pf - ADJOURNMENT ",21: 8859 In order to consider the following item the provisions of the Procedural Ordinance were WAIVED on MOTION by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott,. 'Gilb None Councilman Helms On MOTION by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Scott and carried on roll call vote as follows the City Manager was granted permission to conduct a lecture course at Long Beach State College on Monday evenings for 16 weeks. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Scott, Gilb None . Councilman Helms I Brief comments w~re made' concerning a recent meeting by residents of San Marino concerning the reassessment of property by the County Assessor, Bob Margett recited the many events to be held in connection with the Bicentennial celebration to be held at the High School on October 12, Russ Scharman, member of the Sister City Commission, told of the recognition received by the City at the recent International Meeting in Rochester, N, Y., and expressed appreciation for the opportunity of attending. It worked out well as he was on a business trip to that city. At 9:35 p.m. the meeting adjourned to 7 p.m. September 2 in the Conference Room, Mayor ATTEST: &~AL-LdA~ I 8-19-75 - 8 -