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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDECEMBER 2,1975 (3) 2l:8912a MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 2, 1975 I 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. ~~~c3t~'L-- Christine Van Maanen City Clerk I 12-2-75 21: 8913 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 I MINUTES 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, 12-2-75 - 1 - HEARING (Consolidated Lighting Dist. Annexation No.5) r / \ S RESOLUTION NO. 4536 ADOPTED / ,- , .( " ' I> TRACT NO. 32584 FINAL MAP APPROVED J --' (\ l~ /\' ,\ 0. ..~ \ ?(' ...' \ . \\\.1 \\~ 21:8914 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. I 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). - 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 I 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 l2-2~75 - 2 - ,~T_' .. ~.." -::.5 ~ ...-.., ;.'.' . 21:8915 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 I DEVELOPMENT PLANS (Restaurants) APPROVED / ' 18e~... r f I !sJ., 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: f..... 1./77 I ,{NOES: , ABSENT: I INDEPENDENT AUDITOR RETAINED FOR 1975-76 " 3ui l-' 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 12-2-75 - 3 - RECESS RECONVENED 21:8916 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 ((l j\i ~ .'() EXTENSION OF OPTION TO PURCHASE LAND APPROVED , ! r \ STREET IMPROVEMENT AWARD OF CONTRACT y ~..': \ I ~" 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 I 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 12-2-75 - 4 - d~ LANDSCAPING .; CIVIC AREAS ADVERTISE FOR BIDS I POST OFFICE (TEMPORARY) FASHION PARK F /'1.2-'1 K QUITCLAIM EXCESS LAND SAIE AUTHORIZED f Jrr'l OC'.l nt'~ fl-O P , I (;; APPROVAL OF BY-LAWS SGV ASSOCIATION of CITIES ,I r3~ '( I , , ,.. , . ...:/,...."..; ~ " ,'- '~:", :: 21:8917 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 12-2-75 - 5 - CHRISTMAS TREE SALES FEE WAIVED JI f! b-" \l , , HUGO REID TENNIS COURT APPROVED Job No, 436 / ORDINANCE NO. 1532 ADOPTED /, ORDINAN CE NO. 1549 ADOPTED I 21: 8918 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 I 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.) I 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 Nong Cgun~ilm~ft ~~gtt 12-2-75 - 6 - ORDINANCE NO. 1550 ADOPTED v' I ORDINANCE NO. 1551 INTRODUCED RESOLUTION NO. 4535 ADOPTED f 1~r; I 21:8919 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." ~ 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. , CLAIM PAYMENT APPROVED el'OP ),,If.r~1/ ), ' AYES: 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 12-2-75 - 7 - SAELID ADJOURNED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION RECONVENE LITIGATION ADJOURNMENT 21: 8920 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: I 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. ~ ;Mayor ATTEST: tt:~~~ City Clerk I 12-2-75 - 8 -