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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
'DECEMBER 1, 1970
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City Council met in regular session in
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Rev. Walton Doering - Our Saviour Lutheran Church
Mayor Edward L. Butterworth
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms, Butterworth
None
On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Considine
and carried unanimously the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of
November 17, 1970, were APPROVED.
Application of Ellsworth T, Dahlgren, 921 Fallen Leaf Road, Arcadia,
for a business permit to conduct an indoor baseball clinic and golf
range at 21 Morlan Place. Mayor Butterworth declared the hearing
iopen and John Bertone, 151 E. La Sierra Avenue, stated in part that
at one time about two years ago, he had endeavored to establish a
baseball batting practice range in the city but was advised by the
Planning Department that property was not so zoned in the City; that
during the interim he had established the business in another city
and had encountered problems foreseen by the Department. However,
it was pointed out to Mr. Bertone that the present application is for
an indoor clinic whereas his was for an outdoor cage type.
The applicant then'explored his proposed operation and indicated that
he had invested approximately $210,000 thus far and intended to create
a recreation and instruction activity of a high level for youth inter-
ested in baseball and as a former major baseball player and coach felt
he was well qualified and could succeed in the endeavor. . "
No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unani-
mously. Councilman Hage then MOVED to approve the application; that
a business permit be issued pursuant to the issuance of a conditional
USe permit for which Mr. Dahlgren would immediately apply through the
Planning Department, Motion seconded by Councilman Considine and
carried unanimously.
Proposed Consolidated Lighting Maintenance District. It was noted
that all existing lighting maintenance districts will be consolidated
into a single district which will be divided into four different zones
as outlined in the Notice Resolution of Intention No. 4164 which
scheduled a public hearing for this date to hear objections to the
formation of said District,
Mayor Butterworth declared the hearing open and Merlin E. Auten,
lllS Golden West Avenue, expressed concern that taxes would be
increased by these proceedings and lodged a protest. Mr. Auten was
referred to the Ci~y Engineer's report dated ,October 30, 1970.
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APPROVED
ZONE CHANGE
(Hearing
Scheduled)
USE
CONTINUATION
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Scheduled)
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LIGHTING
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Hear ing
Scheduled
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William Gleason, 901 Monte Verde Drive, was advised on his cOhce.;r,n"
about whether or not for instance residents of the Rancho area would
be asked to underwrite the cost of improving the lighting district
for the remainder of the City - that the proposed district does not
take monies from any district and apply to any other portion of the
City - that it will simply combine nine districts into one.
James A.,Christenson, 2221 S. Santa Anita Avenue, was advised that
the,City funded the original cost of the lighting and the abutting
property ,owners will pay the full cost of maintenance - that the
landowners have been assessed 100 percent power and maintenance 1
costs on Live Oak between Santa Anita and Third Avenue. Mr. Christenson
then stated in part that if the City decides to install new lights
anyplace in the City the cost should be equally shared by all residents
,as it would benefit the total area. Aside from the subject issue he
referred to the lack of sidewalks on the west side of Santa Anita between
Longden and Live Oak and asked that consideration be given to construction
of sidewalks mainly for the children who must walk to school in that area.
No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously.
It was then MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Co uncilman Helms
and carried unanimously that the protests be overruled and that the
City Attorney be instructed to prepare a resolution ordering the
formation of the consolidated lighting maintenance district.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 718 recommending a change of zone
from PR-l, Automobile Parking zone - Second one- family zone to C-2,
General Commercial Zone which would permit the construction and
operation of a restaurant at 235 E. Foothill Boulevard. The matter
requiring a public hearing, same was scheduled for January 5, 1971, at
7 :30 p.m.
The Planning Director advised that the Commission, by Resolution No.
717, granted a conditional use permit to continue an existing riding
academy operation and residence on property at 11721 E. Clark Street
(Chicago Park area); that a termination date was not included in the
conditions outlined therein. Although not included in the resolution
it was noted that the applicant, Keith Davidson, has indicated that
any period less than five years would make it 'impossible for him to
retain the business operation. It was the consensus of Council that
the matter should be considered in public hearing proceedings. It was
MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Helms and carried
unanimously that same be scheduled for January 5, 1971, at 7:30 p.m.
On MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Helms and
carried unanimously the By-Laws of the Youth Commission were APPROVED.
The Commission was commended on its fine effort.
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Residents and property owners on Norman Aven~e between Holly and El
Monte Avenues circulated a petition for improved street lighting,
and the Director of Public Works advised that the number of signers
of the petition represent 61.9 percent of th~' 42 parcels in the block
which is 2200' long with 11 wood power poles and the request is for a
2500 lumen light on each pole. The existing system posts the City
$11.25 per month and the new one would cost $39.95 per month but if
placed in a lighting maintenance district the city's 'cost would be
$18.97 per month - no installation costs would be involved in this
action. The matter requiring a public hearing, same was scheduled
for January 19, 1971.
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On MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried
unanimously a leave of absence was APPROVED for Eldon Frazier in the
Department of Public Works. Mr. Frazier has been recuperating from
an illness and his leave will be extended to January 1, 1971.
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CHRISTMAS On MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage, and
TREES carried unanimously the request of Big Tree Ranch Christmas Trees
STORAGE for permission to erect a 20' x 20' canopy for christmas tree flocking
APPROVED, purposes at 433 North First Avenue, was APPROVED stib"jei:"t to conditions
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COUNTY PARK
AGREEMENT
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4170
METROPOLITAN
WATER
DISTRICT
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PROCLAMATION
ADOPTED
The City Manager explained that the City Attorney and he had reviewed
the Joint Powers Agreement between the County and the City to create
,an agency to be known as the Los Angeles County - City of Arcadia
Regional Park Authority - purpose to improve the county park - and
recommended authorizing the execution thereof, Whereupon it was MOVED
by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously
that staff proceed with any further discussions on the matter.
On MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and
carried on roll call vote as follows, a refund in the amount of $74.40
was authorized to Willard Balding - Same being an erroneous weed abate-
ment charge for work on property at 205 W. Las Flores Avenue.
AYES:
NOES:
'ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms, Butterworth
None
None
On MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilma~ Considine and
carried on roll call vote as follows, the firm of Pyle, Lance,
Schlinger & SolI was appointed as the independent auditor for 1970-71
o~ the same terms and conditions as set forth in the previous agreement
including the fee of $4,400. Mayor and City Clerk authorized to execute
the agreement in form approved by the City Attorney.
'AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms, Butterworth
None
None
The City Attorney presented,' explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4170, entitled: "A RESOLUTION AND ORDER OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PAY 50% OF
THE 1971-72 METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT TAX."
It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage, and
carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full
body of Resolution No. 4170, be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.'
AYES:
NOES:
AB,SENT:
Councilmen Anti" Considine, Hage, Helms, Butterworth
None
None,
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On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Considine and
',carried unanimously, a Proclamation calling upon the Government of
N~rth Vietnam tq ~ccede to the Geneva Convention relative to prisoners
of war was APPROVED.
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RESOLUTION,
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NO. 4172
ADOPTED
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1416
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The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4172, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DESIGNATING THE POSITION OF SECRETARY IN THE
CITY CLERK'S OFFICE TO BE IN THE UNCLASSIFIED SERVICE."
It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage
and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the
full body of Resolution No, 4172 be WAIVED and that the same be
ADOPTED.
AYES,:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen
None
None
Arth, Considine, Rage, Helms, Butterworth
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The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the t it Ie of Ordinance No. 1416, ent it led: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADDING CHAPTER 6 TO ARTICLE
IV OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING NOISE CAUSED BY MECHANICAL
EQUIPMENT IN RESIDENTIAL DISTRICTS."
It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Helms and
carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full
body of Ordinance No. 1416 be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Considine, Rage, Helms, Butterworth
None
None
Continuation of the public hearing on the application of Santa Anita
Consolidated, Ltd., for a zone change from R-l to C-2 H & D on a
portion of its property at the northeast corner of Huntington Drive
and Baldwin Avenue.
NOTE: PRESENTATIONS ARE HEREINAFTER SUMMARIZED. FULL TEXT AND
TESTIMONY ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY
CLERK.
Don Ehr, 215 W. Pamela Road, assistant manager of Hinshaw's Department
Store in West Arcadia, spoke at length referring specifically to con-
tents of a report prepared by Larry Smith & Associates for the appli-
cant concerning the productive impact of Fashion Park on the community;
that with respect to its statements about the success of other fashion
centers he felt they were without substance; that he had investigated
the Stanford Center in Palo Alto which he finds was established in an
area which was almost without any shopping facilities within an area
of 30 miles - it did not open in an area which had been meeting the
needs of the community - the area was practically a vacuum and not at
all comparable to Arcadia. He then referred to the South Coast Plaza
Center in Orange County and its surroundings which now accommodates
about 14,000 new residents within l~ miles - a rapidly growing area -
and not comparable to Arcadia. He commented that, by and large,
regional shopping centers are not built in areas with a high degree
of retail activity already established - but rather in areas where
there are substantial vacuums.
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He submitted in evidence a Projection Map of the San Gabriel Valley
over which was drawn areas of an 8 mile circle indicating pictorially
major shopping districts, 1) Pasadena with its Lake Avenue and down-
town shopping areas, 2) Montgomery Ward Shopping Center at the San
Bernardino Freeway and Rosemead Boulevard, 3) Sears Center in El Monte
at the San Bernardino Freeway and Peck Road, 4) Sears Center in what is
referred to as the Hastings Ranch area just east of Pasadena...and in
addition there were the shopping centers of Arcadia, Monrovia, Temple
City and Sierra Madre,
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He noted further in part that the entire area depicted is no~ ~ol~d ,
with potential retail customers and felt that, considering t~e'pdp~l .
lation ~ithin the areas indicated, it is very adequately served by
substantial retaiiers. He also included the accessible shopping.
centers in West Covina and Covina; that with all the shopping centers
available the freeway will not, as purported, be an access route to
the proposed regional shopping center; that surface streets will be
used and in. his opinion the benefits will be small as far as the flow
of consumers from the freeway is concerned; that because Baldwin and
Michillinda Avenues will soon be extended, he estimated an almost
immediate return to the City of about two million dollars in retail
sales which does not include the proposed Fashion Park. He then
referred to some of the figures in the Larry Smith & Associates'
report which he said were inaccurate and submitted as evidence a
periodical called FOR (Financial and Operating Results of Department
and Specialty Stores of 1968). Accurate sales figures are reflected
therein. He noted instances where the figures differentiate from the
. Larry Smith & Associates' report which he stated in part are inflated
estimates in almost every instance.
Mr. Ehr continued that if Council accepts the report on face value it
would be making a serious mistake - that it would be difficult for him
to believe Council would move on the proposal without further study
including the expenditure of money for some totally unbiased analysis
not only of this area but also suggested that Council personally observe
activities in shopping centers outside the area. He then mentioned
other centers - Topanga Plaza - built in a rapidly growing area; that
any retail area which existed before Topanga Plaza has practically
disappeared now - that there is great concern in that area as to their
long range growth as another center is about to be developed there.
That he was also told about the South Coast Plaza center - that since
its opening the business section of Costa Mesa has steadily declined -
v that the new center in Newport Beach is less than fully successful. He
cited other instances where retail centers are not 100 percent productive.
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In response to a question, Mr. Ehr stated in part that he feels the
immenseness of the proposed project, the size of the stores, some of
which would be directly competitive with his, the newness, the unique-
ness, the one-stop shopping opportunity it presents - would bring about
a 25 percent sales loss to the Hub; that other smaller merchants would
probably sustain ,an equal or greater loss. That if Fashion Park is
"approved, West Arcadia will decline not only initially but will continue
to decline unless it can be anchored by a very major store; that a few
of the West Arcadia stores would probably move to the Center and under
those circumstances how could the landlord of those stores replace them
with stores of equal quality.
In conclusion he stated in part that. Hinshaw's have been very fortunate
to have prospered in the city but that if Fashion .Park becomes a reality
its prosperity will have ended; that although the proponent's report
indicates otherwise - they are completely separated by almost 3/4 of a
mile; that Fashion Park would not be contiguous to West Arcadia; that
also contrary tO'the report a center such as the West Arcadia Hub would
only continue to decline.. He urged disapproval of the application.
Frank Tyson, 803. San.Vicente" Santa Monica, Urban and Regional Planning
Expert .and Professor at the University of Southern California, appearing
on behalf of PLAN, stated in part that he is deeply interested in what
.is happening to. t.he..Southern California basin wherein an ecological
crisis is deve~opi~g; that last year the State air quality standards
were exceeded in Los Angeles County - .standards signify a tolerable
amount of ,pollution - and cited instances of smog alerts in areas
encompassing the City apd predictions that by 1975 there will be mass
mortality in the basin. . He felt the development of Fashion Park would
only heighten the problems of noise, air pollution, traffic congestion
". .and increase crime in the area. That Councill s decision is crucial he
felt because in fact they are considering the future. use of approximately
400 acres and the impact on environmental quality of the community.
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He suggested that an in-depth study be made by a Commission or other
impartial body and in response to Mayor Butterworth as to whether or
not he thought a political body has the right to sterilize land, stated
in part that a use has to be provided and commented that if a study did
indicate it would be best left as open space, constructure alternatives
equitable to the property owners would have to be determined. That it
has never been determined just what it costs a community to develop an
area; that only potential income has been considered. He felt the
present use of the subject property has been relatively compatible
and suggested that a hasty decision not be made and thought Council
should seek those with expertise in the fie~d.
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Arthur Eaton, President of the West Arcadia Business & Professional
Association, stated in part that a survey was sent to all of its
members with pertinent questions concerning the pros and cons of the
proposed development. That not all of the members returned the
questionnaire, but he did recite percentages in favor and opposed
which indicated a majority in opposition to all or part of the devel-
opment as proposed. The questions propounded included reference to
the center itself, the inclusion of high rise office buildings, the
effect on their own businesses, foot and vehicle traffic generated
by the new center and the increased sales projections.
He also stated in part that three members of the association made
personal surveys of the three major shopping centers referred to in
Santa Anita's report as being of similar quality and style for the
proposed center; they were beautifully constructed with special
features, however, all three have drastically cut into the downtown
business areas surrounding them. He concluded by stating in part
that with the discussions and the survey the majority of the Board
of Directors feel they can do nothing but oppose Fashion Park at
this time and went on record to that effect.
(MCINTYRE) Mrs. Joan McIntyre, 370 W. Camino Real, expressed opposition to
the proposed development.
(WHITTINGHAM) Charles Whittingham, horse trainer, stated he was against Fashion
Park; that one cannot operate a first class race track without a
training track and stalls; that Santa Anita is one of the best
tracks in the country and he didn't see how a race track and a
fashion center could be operated simultaneously.
(LONGDEN) John Longden, 247 'd. Lemon Avenue, horse trainer, felt that if the
training track were lost at Santa Anita it would also lose good
horses; that it would tend to downgrade the track.
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Tom Pratt, horse trainer, felt it would be a first step in phasing
out racing at Santa Anita; that the subject 65 acres are necessary
to race meets and training; that it is a disadvantage to have to
transfer horses back and forth; that many trainers who live in the
city would have to locate elsewhere and asked for the denial of the
applicat ion.
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Charles Leavitt, 12787 McKinley, Chino, suggested that Council inquire
of the horsemen as to how they feel about shipping horses back and
forth - it is not good practice.
Dr. R. Lance Stirrett, 612 W. Duarte Road, referred to a newspaper
article indicating that a number of professional people in the area
were in favor of Fashion Park. He stated in part that in June he
submitted a petition signed by 57 physicians and employees from this
area in opposition; that they desired the city to remain as it is - a
city of homes. He continued in part that there were sufficient
commercially zoned 'areas and suggested, as an alternative to what is
contemplated, the zoning of the subject area for residential purposes.
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Jack Hardwick, 280 Arbolada, stated in part that a Citizens against
Santa Anita group was organized some two yea~s ago to combat additional
rac~ng days at Santa Anita; that they had appeared previously before
Counc~l'with facts and figures on increas~d crime and traffic if
add~tional racing days were approved and submitted events which point
out to him that if the city cannot be adequately policed now how could
the police handle problems which .Fashion Park would bring. That extra
policemen would be needed entailing increased expenditures. He felt
that the police department has been an advocate of the race track due
to . vast percentage of its personnel b~ing employed in their off-hours
by that facility.
He then referred in part to consultant Simon Eisner's report before
the Planning Commission that Fashion Park should not become a part of
the future development of the city, however, the Commission recommended
in favor of the proposal. That Council turned down the possibility of
placing the matter on the November General Election Ballot only to face
the possibility of an election by referendum at which it is difficult
to get voters out and compared limited campaign funds with those of
Santa Anita.
He concluded by stating in part that if Council approves Fashion Park
pet~tions will be made to the American Civil Liberties Union and the
Justice Department of the United States for relief.
Richard Young, 1104 Hugo Reid Drive, referred to comments made at
previous meetings concerning solutions to traffic problems in the Village
and Rancho area and his reasons for living in a community like Arcadia;
that he values the sanctity and peace of one's private home and appealed
to Council not to make the city a further drawing attraction for more
people and to consider the basic equity question and responsibility to
adjacent residential areas in connection with the requested rezoning from
R-l, He concluded by referring to the 1969 Annual Report of Santa Anita
and a Street Livability Study by the Planning Department of San Francisco
which portrayed problems living with masses of concrete structures.
Mrs. Ingrid Sermin, 1739 Alta Oaks Drive, stated in part that some of
the properties indicated on a map presented by the Taxpayers for Fashion
Park organization, as favoring the development were incorrect. She
questioned the high quality stores which are supposed to become a part
of the center and submitted that it would not be long before the rest
of the property in question would be developed with high rise multiple
dwellings. She did not feel that the surrounding communities could
support or be financially able to shop in the facility as proposed and
referred to those working at Santa Anita now who might lose their jobs
and homes if the track should cease to exist.
James T. Rostrum, 422 Monte Vista, was advised that a communication he
had written had been received by Council. He commented further that he
was concerned about changing the present height limit as he felt it was
in keeping with the general character of the community of fine homes.
Robert Campbell, 316 Cabrillo Road, concurred with Don Ehr in some of
his earlier statements concerning the status of shopping centers in other
communities and cited examples which he has encountered which did not
indicate the success as represented by the proponents. He had previously
spoken to the tax situation and questioned if in fact it would create a
broader tax base as has been purported; that many times anticipated tax
advantages do not materialize.
Emil Steck, 831 San Simeon Road, stated in part that he had spoken on
the matter on behalf of PLAN at an earlier meeting, however, as an
individual he would direct his remarks at this time to legal matters
concerning zoning. That as a private citizen he believes completely
in the integrity of Council that it has not decided the application nor
intimated to anyone what its decision will be until all the evidence
is in.
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He then explored the history of the zoning of the race track starting
in 1926 when all of the property was placed in Zone A single family
residences; in 1932 when racing was thought to be a possibility an
election was held, a result of which was that some 210 acres were
zoned for horse racing (only this was later defeated). In 1934
Santa Anita purchased 210 acres which was placed in a Special Zone,
later restored to residential use. In 1937 Santa Anita purchased an
additional 137 acres subject to a Special Zone Variance which would
revert to residential use if they were not used for racing. Later
master zoning ordinances were adopted in present form which demonstrates
that there was never any business use intended for the subject property -
it was either racing or residential - he submitted that what Council is I
being asked to do is a bad principle of zoning, contradicting 44 years of
prior history and would establish a precedent for multiple use of busines
property. .
He continued in part that it has been said throughout the meetings that
racing would continue as long as economically feasible and that the
proposed development may make the operation economically feasible for
a longer period of time than if the property remains vacant. He said
it has been demonstrated that Santa Anita is not in financial need and
the remarks carry the suggestion, if not the threat, that if Fashion
Park is not approved racing will end in the city. That it is an unde-
sirable principle of zoning to grant an application on a suggestion or
threat.
Mr: Steck stated further in part that zoning is one of the most important
functions of the legislative body; its action is permanent and valid;
that once. a property is zoned it cannot be taken from the property owner
without his consent except through condemnation or some superior govern-
ment emergency action. That with the granting of the zone change it
would become increasingly difficult to turn down additional applications
for further business use of Santa Anita. That while Council is being
asked to take a permanent action the applicant has made no commitments;
there is no assurance that racing will continue if the zone change is
granted or if racing will remain under particular circumstances.
In conclusion he stated in part that the citizens are entitled to the
consideration of Council, to the fullest possible debate on this
important issue, and on behalf of those appearing in opposition expressed
gratitude for the opportunity to present their views in a complete and
orderly manner; that except for those who have troubled themselves to
oppose the application, much of what Council now knows about the situation
would never have come to light.
Gene Moscaret, 1125 Encanto Drive, stated in part that it is illogical
to him to hear it' said that this center would not have a ~rofound effect
on the economic development of the San Gabriel Valley - both positive
and negative. He referred to a study prepared for the City of Pasadena
by the Economic Research Development Association relative to a shopping
mall projected to open in the city about a year beyond the scheduled
opening date of Fashion Park. He said some very interesting things had
come to his attention about Pasadena's plan and urged Council to contact
the appropriate city officials in that city; that there is information
available which overlays the total pulling power and the economic
activity as projected by other Planners and Studies in the San Gabriel
Valley.
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Robert L. Caveney, 1100 Paloma Drive, stated in part that he now finds
it easy to take a position in opposition to Fashion Park because in
his opinion Santa Anita has not acted in good faith as evidenced by
sketches and overall plans for the race track property.
OPPOSITION TESTIMONY COMPLETED.
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Mayor Butterworth advised the applicant that Council would resume
deliberations on DECEMBER 15, 1970, at which time it would hear
rebuttal testimony. (Same place - same time).
At 10:30 p.m. Mayor Butterworth ADJOURNED the meeting sine die.
ATTEST:
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