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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 2, 1975
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The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in adjourned
regular session on Tuesday, December 2, 1975 at 7 p.m, in
the Conference Room,
ROLL CALL
pRESENT:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
Councilman Scott
The City Manager explored the agenda items for the regular
meeting to convene at 7:30 p,m, this date,
At 7:30 p.m. the meeting adjourned sine die.
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Christine Van Maanen
City Clerk
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CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTE
APPROVAL
HEARINGS
SCHEDULED
HEARING
CONTINUED TO
DECEMBER 16
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 2, 1975
The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in regular session on
Tuesday, December 2, 1975 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the
Arcadia City Hall.
Father Robert Folbricht, Church of Holy Angels
Councilman James R, Helms, Jr.
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
Councilman Scott
On MOTION by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Saelid and
carried unanimously Councilman Scott was excused.
On MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried
unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of November 18, 1975 were
APPROVED.
Hearings on the following matters were scheduled for DECEMBER 16, 1975.
Planning Commission Resolution 917 recommending a zone change from R-2 to
R-l on property located at 360 W. Duarte Road (portion of Holly Avenue
School).
Planning Commission Resolution 918 recommending a pre-zoning designation of
R-l (7500) for Annexation No. 44 (Mayflower area)
Planning Commission Resolution 919 recommending a zone change from R-2 to
C-2 on property at 609 E. Live Oak Avenue,
Housing and Community Development Act and Housing Assistance Plan, This
hearing was continued to this date from November 18 to allow time for
additional public input before Council makes its decision as to whether or
not to participate with the County in the program next year,
I Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Dr" stated in part that she would like
to see monies such as available under this Plan earmarked for a municipal
auditorium and suggested including some type of questionnaire in the City
Newsletter as to the citizen wants and needs of the community.
Joe Sargis, 1611 Highland Oaks Drive, stated in part that there just has
not been sufficient time for everyone to become informed with respect to
the interpretations which have not yet been documented. He referred to the
results of the survey which overwhelmingly rejects public housing but
which is less adamant with respect to loans and grants to upgrading private
homes and that any rationalization as to using the money for some other
purpose would be a dishonest rationalization and he would not want to be
a party to that. He submitted that if Council feels there is merit in the
program the citizens should be asked if they want to use the funds for
upgrading private houses. His personal recommendation was that Council
apply but strictly for the purpose of determining whether or not the
citizens want the money for the purposes intended by the Act,
No one else desired to be heard at this time and the hearing was continued
to December 16,
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HEARING
(Consolidated
Lighting Dist.
Annexation
No.5)
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4536
ADOPTED
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TRACT
NO. 32584
FINAL MAP
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This being the time and place scheduled for hearing objections to the
Consolidated Lighting District (Annexation No.5), Mayor Gilb declared
the hearing open and Mrs. Barbara McMeen, 483 W. Las Tunas Drive, spoke
in opposition to the manner in which the residents received notices of
this project and in particular of this hearing on the assessment to be
placed against each property owner on the annual maintenance and upkeep
of the light standards. It was noted that notices were posted on light
standards and Mrs.McMeen said it was quite by accident that she became
aware of the contents of the notice. She is glad the lights are there
but felt there are too many, She said further in part that the residents
were not all aware that they would be assessed when the project first
came to their attention. She was still concerned that her request for
an extra turn around between Baldwin and Bradford was not granted. She
also submitted the attitude of a neighbor, Mrs. Cerbone. It was noted
that Mrs. McMeen's assessment will be $12.39 per year for the maintenance.
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Alfred Lehine, 331 W, Las Tunas Drive, agreed with Mrs. McMeen as to the
method of notice and recalled that at an earlier hearing before Council
the residents had been promised that they, would be individually notified
in the future, In response to a question he was advised that he will'
not be assessed for any landscaping or maintenance of the median strip
itse If.
The Director of Public Works explored the project from its inception,
and the Streets and Highways Code legal requirements for notification,
and stated that if Council so directs notices could be mailed to each
resident on every project,
Roy McMeen, 483 W. Las Tunas Drive, agreed with what Mrs. McMeen had
submitted and asked that the record reflect that in his opinion and
experience thus far there is an existing traffic hazard for those living,
on the north side of Las Tunas between Bradford and Baldwin when making
a V-turn.
No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried unanimously.
Council concurred that individual notices should have been mailed in
addition to the legally required notices and asked staff to submit a
report on how this could be accomplished along with any problems which
might be created by this procedure. ' '
Whereupon the City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the
title of Resolution No. 4539 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ORDERING THE ANNEXATION OF CERTAIN LANDS TO THE
ARCADIA CONSOLIDATED LIGHTING DISTRICT (ANNEXATION NO.5).
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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
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Planning Commission recommendation for the approval of the final map of
Tract No. 32584 proposing a 12 lot subdivision at 1030 N, Old Ranch Road,
The map has been reviewed by the various departments and it has been
determined that it substantially complies with the tentative map which
was approved February 11, 1975.
It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Helms and,
carried on roll call vote as follows that the final map be APPROVED.'
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
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TRACT Planning Commission recommendation for approval of the tentative map of
NO. 31316 Tract No. 31316 creating,a 20 unit condominium at 1014-1024 Fairview
TENTATIVE Avenue. Conditions for approval were outlined in the staff report dated
MAP APPROVED November 25 with the deletion of Conditions 4a and 4c. It was MOVED by
(I . j)\ 'J Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried on roll
.p( ,)I;.J:; "call vote as follows that Council determines the project will not have
V . '_I~J- a substantial adverse impact on the environment and that the tentative
) f ~,I I HI map of Tract No. 31316 be APPROVED subject to said conditions.
AYES: Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilman Scott
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PLANS
(Restaurants)
APPROVED
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PROPOSED
ANNEXATION
NO, 44
(Mayflower area)
LIBRARY
Equipment
and
carpeting
APPROVED
Council received a detailed plot plan for two restaurants proposed for
1150 W. Colorado Street, This was required in Resolution No. 902 which
granted a conditional use permit for the projects. Staff report dated
November 24 set forth details as to square footage, wall signs and the
free standing sign, all of which will comply with regulations. During this
deliberation George Steed, Projects Director for the Far West Services,
explained the type of restaurants -- one to be known as Reubens and the
other Coco's. Renderings of the exterior were reviewed.
It was ,MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Helms and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the plans be APPROVED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Coupcilwoman Lauber and
carried unanimously staff was authorized to file with the Local Agency
Formation Commission the annexation application for an area known as the
Mayflower Annexation No. 44 (Proposed).
On MOTION by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Saelid and
carried on roll call vote as follows authorization was given to purchase
shelving in the amount of $3,208 and a sound system in the amount of
$5,500 for the Children's Room of the Library - total expenditure for'
these two items $8,708.00. Funds in the Library Budget 1975-76.
AYES:
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INDEPENDENT
AUDITOR
RETAINED
FOR 1975-76
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Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
It was further MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman'
Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that staff advertise
for bids for the new carpet for the Library. This has been estimated
to cost approximately $7000 and is budgeted for 1975-76 and will also
be installed in the Children's Room.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
On recommendation of the Council Audit Committee (Helms and Saelid)
Lance, Soll & Lunghart were retained to conduct the independent audit,
of the City's financial operations during the current fiscal year at a
cost of $7000.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
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RECESS
RECONVENED
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Mayor Gilb called a recess at 9 p.m. in order for Council to convene as
the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency,
Council reconvened at 9:30 p.m,
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
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OPTION TO
PURCHASE LAND
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Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, suggested that Council give
some thought to providing some incentive to residents or builders who
install solar energy for swimming pool heating, air conditioning, etc,
Councilman Helms felt this has merit and said some communities are
providing this as an incentive program.
Mrs. Nancy Sciarra, 1900 Alta Oaks Drive reported on the reaction of the I
neighborhood to the installation of flashing lights at the intersection
of Santa Anita and Sierra Madre. The Director of Public Works explained
what has been done thus far to improve the traffic hazard and it was the
consensus of Council that these improvements be tried for about 30 days
and that staff report back at the January 6 meeting. The police will
patrol the area during the interim.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
Request of the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency for an extension of the
option to purchase city-owned property at the southwest corner of
Wheeler and First Avenues. Council approved this option on April 1,
1975 for a period of 180 days and provided at the time that the option
could be extended by mutual agreement. The additional time is needed
in order to complete the sale to Dr. Chinn and Associates (Arcadia
Medical Center). Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded
by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows that the
option be extended to January 31, 1976.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
Council received the recommendation of the Director of Public Works
concerning the award of contract for the improvement of Indiana Street
at HuntingtonDrive (Job No. 447). It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid,
seconded by Councilman Helms and carried on roll call vote as follows
that the contract be awarded to the low bidder, Crowell & Larson, in the
amount of $9,967,31; that all other bids be rejected; that any infor-
malities 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.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
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It was MOVED by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Helms and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the City Council loan $11,944
from Capital Outlay Fund to the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency for the
purposes of demolition, soil analysis, advertising and contract con-
struction costs in connection with the improvement of Indiana Street
and Huntington Drive.
AYES:
NOES:
Council Members Lauber, Helms, Gilb
Councilman Saelid (opposed to the cost of the site preparation
being borne by the City)
Councilman Scott
ABSENT:
It was then MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber
and carried unanimously that Council authorize the use of the services
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LANDSCAPING .;
CIVIC AREAS
ADVERTISE FOR
BIDS
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POST OFFICE
(TEMPORARY)
FASHION PARK
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QUITCLAIM
EXCESS LAND
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of the City to administer the Agency responsibilities under the
Participation Agreement for development of 159 E. Huntington Drive,
These services to be provided pursuant to the Agreement between the City
and the Agency Establishing Certain City-Agency Relationships adopted
October 19, 1975 and that the Mayor and/or City Manager be authorized
to execute any and all documents necessary for the implementation.
On MOTION by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Saelid and
carried unanimously the plans and specifications for maintenance of
City-owned landscaped areas were APPROVED and the City Clerk was
authorized to advertise for bids to be returned December 23. The current
contract with Environmental Care expires February 1, 1976.
Request from the United States Postal Service for permission to operate
a temporary post office in Fashion Park from December 8 to 25, 1975 was
APPROVED on MOTION by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman
Saelid and carried unanimously. Council decided the temporary use is
compatible and appropriate pursuant to Resolution No. 4185,
On MOTION by Councilwoman Lauber, seconded by Councilman Helms and
carried on roll call vote as follows the recommendations of the Land
Committee were accepted in connection with City-owned property: Declare
the 21 ft. wide parcel of City-owned land adjacent to the easterly
property line of 825 Winnie Way to be surplus and no longer needed for
any public purpose;
Approve the sale of the property to Duane D. Buchholz, the adjacent
property owner, for the sum of $600, and
that the City Attorney be authorized to prepare a Quitclaim Deed and
. authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute same on behalf of the City,
(See detailed report dated November 26, 1975).
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
Council received the By-Laws of the proposed San Gabriel Valley
Association of Cities, the primary purpose to provide more effective
and responsive governmental services to the people of the San Gabriel
Valley by establishing and promoting objectives of common ,interest and
concern. Councilman Helms, temporary Chairman of the group which has
been studying the feasibility, explained that the representatives have
determined that the need exists for a broader cooperative effort between
the Cities. The area being considered is from Claremont on the east and
Glendale on the west.
It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the By-Laws and the
Association's Organization Resolution be APPROVED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
It was further MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Lauber
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the sum of $350 be
AUTHORIZED to cover organizational costs and conduct operational activity
until June 30, 1976. Funds from Council Contingency Account.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
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CHRISTMAS
TREE SALES
FEE WAIVED
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HUGO REID
TENNIS COURT
APPROVED
Job No, 436
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1532
ADOPTED
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NO. 1549
ADOPTED
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Councilman Saelid MOVED, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and carried
unanimously that Councilman Helms and Mayor Gilb be appointed Delegate
and Alternate respectively to represent the City until April 1976,
Councilman Helms was commended on his leadership in this organization.
On MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried
on roll call vote as follows the business license fee was WAIVED for the
Arcadia High School Key Club which group will be selling Christmas trees
at 401 N. First Avenue.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
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Council received a plot plan of the proposed location of an additional
tennis court together with prior reports and minutes relating to this
project. The Coast Little League does not oppose this construction but
certain improvements were requested, See staff report dated December 2,
1975, It was estimated that the court will cost about $20,000 because
construction costs have escalated since a figure of $15,750 was included
in the 1974-75 Capital Improvement Projects Program,
It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and
carried unanimously that Council determines that the project will not
have a significant effect on the environment; that the plans and
specifications be approved and that the City Clerk be and she is hereby
authorized to advertise for bids immediately after the revision of
plans and specifications as necessary to provide for such improvements
as Council deems appropriate.
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No, 1532 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING DIVISION 7 OF ARTICLE VI,
CHAPTER 4, PART 3 DELETING THE SUNDAY CLOSING RULE FOR BARBER SHOPS AND
ADDING PATIO, GARAGE AND/OR BACK YARD SALE REQUIREMENTS."
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 ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
(In order to acquaint the residents with the requirements of this
ordinance it will be called to their attention through press releases
and the City's Newsletter.)
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The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No, 1549 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE
BY DELETING SECTION 6220.19, GAMES, ARCADE, RESULTING IN AMUSEMENT
GAMES TO BE LICENSED INDIVIDUALLY,"
It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, 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 Mewbers Lguber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1550
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NO. 1551
INTRODUCED
RESOLUTION
NO. 4535
ADOPTED
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The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1550 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 9262.4.3, EXCLUDING
NA1URAL FLORAL AND PLANT DISPLAYS FROM THE SIGN DEFINITION."
Discussion held on the intent of this ordinance, Councilman Helms felt
he could not support this ordinance or the next step which would probably
be the approval of the encroachment of a flower cart whereas kiddie
rides, for instance, are not permittedo He would just as soon see
Council disregard the entire matter.
It was MOVEO by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilwoman Lauber and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full text
be WAIVED,
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
It was further 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, Gilb
Councilman Helms
Councilman Scott
The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1551, entitled: "ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING PART 2 OF ARTICLE II,
CHAPTER 7 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO HOLIDAYS."
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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.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4535, entitled: "A RESOLUTION AND ORDER OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PAY 50% OF
THE 1976-77 METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT TAX."
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 ~embers Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
On recommendation of the City Attorney it was MOVED by Councilman Helms,
seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows
that the claim of Janet and James Hedlund-Interinsurance Exchange of the
Automobile Club of Southern California be approved and that payment be
/_ 'fDLfll (>.t5made as follows. This conditioned on the receipt of a general and total
<-- release.
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CLAIM PAYMENT
APPROVED
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NOES:
ABSENT:
$541.08 to Interinsurance Exchange of the Automobile
Club of Southern California
$100,00 to Janet and James Hedlund
Council Members Lauber, Saelid, Helms, Gilb
None
Councilman Scott
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SAELID
ADJOURNED
TO EXECUTIVE
SESSION
RECONVENE
LITIGATION
ADJOURNMENT
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Asked the City Attorney to prepare for Council consideration some type
of ordinance which would allow flower display providing they do not
encroach on the 5 ft, required clearance of a business establishment.
Councilman Helms commented that the City Attorney include a legal
opinion also with regard to the constitutional issues involved.
At 10:55 p.m, Council adjourned to an executive session.
At 11:00 p,m. Council reconvened and the prov~s~ons of the Procedural
Ordinance were waived on MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by
Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows:
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The City Attorney reported that a tentative settlement of the litigation
had been arrived at between the Attorneys in the condemnation matter of
the City of Arcadia vs. Kendall and recommended that Council approve the
settlement by agreeing to a fair market value for the property in the
amount of $121,000. Whereupon it was so MOVED by 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
At 11:05 p.m. Council adjourned to 7 p,m. December 16 in the Conference
Room.
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