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M I NUT E S
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
MAY 18, 1971
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The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in regular session on
Tuesday, May 18, 1971 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the
Arcadia City Hall.
INVOCATION
Monsignor Gerald M. O'Keeffe, Church of Holy Angels
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
Councilman Robert J. Considine
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
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MINUTE
APPROVAL
On MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth
and carried unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of May 4,
1971 were APPROVED. Councilman Considine abstained from voting as he
was absent from said meeting.
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On MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine
and carried unanimously the following results of the Special Election
held April 20, 1971, as certified by the Los Angeles County Registrar
of Voters, were ACCEPTED:
SPECIAL
ELECTION
RESULTS
PROPOSITION (Ordinance No. 1425 rezoning property at the northeast
corner of Huntington Drive and Baldwin Avenue)
Yes 8,798
No 7 , 684
Pursuant to Section 6 of Resolution No. 4180 Ordinance No. 1425 will go
into effect ten days from this date.
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HEARING Planning Commission Resolution No. 729 recommending the amendment of
(Code Sections 9255.2.1 and 9255.2.6 of the Municipal Code pertaining to
Amendment) building height and lot area requirements of the R-3 multiple family
.11.1' zone regulations. The Planning Director explained and reviewed .
P: 7'~~~i,~hypothetical situations under the proposed revised requirements. He
-' ;"'- noted that the primary purpose is to provide underground garages which
. would remove the parking areas from sight and for more greenery and
landscaping; that it would, however, permit greater density in popu-
lation and cited comparison figures as to building and landscaping
areas,
Mayor Helms declared the hearing open and Michael Card, 816 Victoria
Drive, stated in part that he was strongly opposed to the recommendation
as'it would only increase the density factor which would also bring
about an increase in the cost of city government; that it would benefit
only a few and not those who live in the city because of its low density
of .papulation.
Jack Saelid; 821 Balboa Drive, President of Plan, stated in part that
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the Board of Directors of Plan urged denial of the recommendation; that
it would be a detriment to a residential community.
No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried
unanimously.
During the deliberations it was agreed that the undergrounding of
garages .was desirable as well as the increase in the landscaping area,'
however, great concern was expressed about the increase in density of
population as well as the economic feasibility of the undergrounding
without such increase. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth,
seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that Resolution
No. 729 be REJECTED On the basis that the increase in density of popu- 1
lation is not commensurate with the desires of the community and that
the matter be referred back to the Commission for further study on
1) the possibility of under grounding garages with substantially less
density and 2) whether or not undergrounding is economically feasible
without such density.
HEARING Planning Commission Resolution No. 730 recommending regulations for the
(Storage of storage of recreational vehicles and equipment in residential zones,
k€creational The Planning Director explained that the recommendation was initiated
vehicles) by the City Beautiful Commission due to its concern with the possible
~ _ . visual deterioration of the city by uncontrolled storage of boats,
1,'?0~~trailers, campers, trailers used for transporting motorcycles, etc.,
and any material necessary thereto; that the Planning Commission held
conferences with owners and had made field surveys and had determined
that the proliferation of this type of vehicle is likely in view of the
lifestyle of the country and felt that control is required with an
eventual revision to the subdivision ordinance to accommodate such
vehicles in rear yards. He noted sections of the municipal code which
are recommended for amendment.
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Mayor Helms declared the hearing open and the following residents spoke
to the matter.
A. M. Baker, 460 Fairview Avenue, referred to a bulletin published by
the National Campers and Hikers Association wherein a case in point was
explored concluding that the storage of recreational vehicles on the
owner's premises was a constitutional right. He noted that his trailer
is parked 50' from the street whereas a 30 unit apartment building next
door is only 40' back and felt that it detracted from the street
appearance much more than his vehicle.
Richard H. Baker, 4246 E. Florence, Bell, representing the California
Outdoor Recreation League, opposed the adoption of the proposed regu-
lation on the basis that it would restrict the freedom of those who own
such vehicles and is discriminatory; that aesthetics cannot be legislated
and the ordinance as written is vague. He noted the recreational vehicle
industry.,which he stated in part is growing and felt tha t the ordinance J
should be made non-discriminatory and perhaps not adopted at all as he
could foresee problems too great for everyone.
Dick Norris, 309 W. Naomi, stated in part that he has a motor coach whic
he parks in the sideyard because it cannot get into the back yard and it
would be practically impossible to screen the area when it is parked;
that if the ordinance is adopted he would have to sell the vehicle which
is used for family outings. ~,
John Orsi, 124 W. Arthur Avenue, felt that the ordinance is a single
purpose document; that the situation has been brought on by the builder-
developers in that lots have not been planned to accommodate such
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vehicles; lots are so small; screening would not always be possible
because it would not meet the building code requirements and concluded
by stating in part that the ordinance if adopted shouW reflect all
vehicles but felt the matter should be shelved indefinitely.
John McCabe, l40 W. Longden Avenue, referred to an article written by
an attorney in a Travel Trailer magazine stating in part that such an
ordinance is unreasonable and arbitrary and wouW probably be declared
unconstitutional; that he would move his trailer farther back on his
lot but would like to test the validity of the ordinance first.
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Bill Dickey, 44 1/2 E. Colorado Boulevard, felt the ordinance would
become an expensive enforcement problem and enumerated other visual
instances which would be more objectionable in his thinking; that he
does not own a camper but is opposed to the regulation.
Garen Balekjian, 150 E. Norman Avenue, stated in part that he will soon
take delivery on, a motor coach and his front yard is the only area he
can park it; that he cannot see the need for such an ordinance.
Preston Schwab, 1717 S. Second Avenue, referred to a local parcel of
property which has deteriorated in appearance during the years, to which
Mayor Helms replied that the City has endeavored to remedy that situation
for a long time.
No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried
unanimously.
It was Councilman Butterworth's observation in part that there is indeed
a hiatus in the proposed ordinance; that its adoption as written would
create an anomalous situation. He referred to the impossible enforcement
problem in endeavoring to determine'.the length of time a vehicle was
parked. He questioned whether the problem of parking vehicles in the
front yard is greater than the problem which would arise out of the
enfringement on the right of people to do within reason what they wish
so long as they do not injure their neighbors. That he could not
support the ordinance as it now stands; that he would want to give it
more thought.
Councilman Arth concurred and referred to major investments made by
residents in such vehicles; that to him boats would be more objection-
able out in front than a camper which is used often and has the
appearance of a vehicle. He thought there might be a model ordinance
available and stated in part that he would want to study the matter
further before moving ahead on anything which would affect so many resi-
dents to such an extent.
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Councilman Considine agreed in part to the above observations and
stated that campers can be attractive; that its condition and how and
where parked would be meaningful to him and referred to instances of
cars parked in a front yard for various purposes. He would be opposed
at this time and felt more study should be undertaken.
Councilman Hage questioned the type of screening which would be used and
stated in part that he would not vote on the ordinance as written; that
there is need for more information and study.
TABLED
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months)
Councilman Butterworth then MOVED that the matter be TABLED pending
further study; that it be placed back on the agenda at the order of the
Council when that body is ready to make a final conclusion. Motion
seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. Every effort
will be made to give advance notice when Council will again consider the
matter. It was the consensus that it will take about two months to
garner sufficient data to come to a determination.
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TRACT
NO. 29869
Tentative
Map
CONTINUED
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This proposed subdivision for 120 W. Sierra Madre Boulevard was before
Council originally on April 6, 1971 and motion by Councilman Considine
to approve the tentative map subject to conditions and those to be
made by the subdivider was TABLED to this date. The Planning Commission
was asked to review the zoning of R-l to ascertain its appropriateness,
The Commission submitted its findings on May 4 and indicated the zoning
is proper. During the interim the subdivider has reduced the number
of lots from 15 to 14 and has stipulated he will not construct any 2-
story homes except on one odd shaped lot. The Planning Director dis-
played and explained projecturals of the width and depth of the lots -
the minimum lot size would be 7500 sq. ft.
William Krumm, 1626 Rodeo Road, stated in part that there is still
opposition to the size of the lots and asked for more restrictive zoning 1
for the subject property; that although the subdivider has made some
changes the depth of the lots remain the same and noted that this is
due to the proposed street location on the property; that if the zone
were changed to require a minimum lot size of 10,000 sq. ft., a 12
unit development with more imagination could be constructed. During
his presentation he-submitted and explored a land use map which to him
would not be infeasible although it would probably be less desirable to
the subdivider.
Wallace C. Qua, 1605 Hyland Avenue, spoke briefly to the size of the
lots calculated from a city plat... for contiguous property only.
Jack B. Weber, the developer, explored his experience with former
subdivisions and stated in part that he has made changes in the number
of lots from 15 to 14, the 2 story homes have almost been eliminated
and the large oak trees on the property are to be preserved because of
their beauty. He noted the footage, drainage and felt the end result
would be one of the best subdivisions in the city.
In order to put the TABLED MOTION into proper form at this point in
the proceedings, the original motion was MODIFIED to reflect changes
made in the tentative map by the subdivider - on MOTION by Councilman
Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage.
Discussion ensued and Councilman Considine felt the tentative map as
modified should be approved as it complies with all city requirements.
Lots have been reduced in number and the 2 story units have almost been
eliminated. He noted the general plan wherein all properties were
analyzed. That in his opinion there is an obligation to the property
owner as well as those around him; that compromises have been made;
that a person has a right to purchase property in the city, review the
zoning map, the building code and then should be in a position to know
what he can and cannot do.
Councilman Rage agreed and observed that in his opinion the subdivider
has done the best he could under the circumstances - with 4 lots over
10,000 sq. ft., 4 over 9000 sq. ft., 5 over 8000 sq. ft., with only 1
over 7500 sq. ft. He questioned making considerations on aesthetic
values and the like.
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Councilman Arth agreed that wider lots have improved the subdivision
but that does not solve the problem in his opinion..' the lots are still
too shallow, not allowing sufficient privacy. He explored what might be
done by altering the location of the street - allowing for 75' wide lots
which would then be deeper than those proposed... under this pattern
there would be about 11 or 12 lots. He did not feel it proper to permit
lots as proposed adjacent to an R-O zone which, requires 12,000 sq. ft.,'
per residence.
Councilman Butterworth stated in part that he did not feel neighbors,
landowners or developers should be imposed upon as to what to construct,
however, he agreed in general with Councilman Arth - that although the
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subdivider has made great strides in the right direction - still he was
not satisfied in his own mind that this is the best development for the
property; that once approval has been granted there is no turning back and
on this basis he opposed approving the tentative map, adding that there
is no question the developer has met all city requirements - but Council
is vested with considerable discretion in these matters.
Upon response to an inquiry the City Attorney stated in part that
Council does have discretionary right to approve or disapprove the
tentative map if for no other reason than in the subject instance the
cul-de-sac 'is over-extended under guidelines set up in the city
ordinance.
Considerable discussion ensued during which Mayrr Helms noted that if
a vote were taken he would abstain due to his legal involvement with a
member of the developer's firm. In order to reach a conclusion and not
burden the developer further the matter was CONTINUED, on MOTION by
C~uncilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Rage and carried unani-
mously, to the regular meeting of JUNE 1, that at the May 27 Study
Session Council make every effort to formulate definitive guidelines
which the developer can rely upon, Subdivider and neighbor represen-
tat[ve were invited to attend the study session.
The recommendation of the Youth Commission that its By-Laws be amended
as set forth in its communication dated May 15, 1971 was APPROVED on
MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried
unanimously. This will revise the procedure for selection of nominees
and will prevent an imbalance on the Commission.
The recommendation of the Youth Commission for the method of amending
the By-Laws was APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by
Councilman Hage and carried unanimously. This will provide that the
By-Laws may be amended by the Council upon recommendation from the
Commission by the affirmative vote of a majority of the members in
office.
Council received from the City Beautiful Commission a copy of a reso-
lution from the City of Palo Alto petitioning the State to seek action
to alleviate the problem of litter and waste disposal created by the
'-sale of beverages in disposable, non-returnable containers.
During the discussion Councilman Considine suggested looking into an
incinerator process and recited his first hand knowledge therewith;
that a great deal of effort and expenditure is being made by the industry
in this direction; that he would not support this particular resolution
but would suggest a resolution to the legislature urging it to look
into the method of disposal at the point of disposal collection. Council
then TABLED the matter on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by
Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. The City Attorney will draft
a pro~osed resolution for Council consideration.
The recommendation of the Civil Defense and Disaster Board for the
adoption of the Model City Ordinance of the California Emergency 'Plan
was held over pending further study in certain areas of concern to
Counc i 1.
On MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine
and carried unanimously the City Clerk was AUTHORIZED to advertise for
bids for the construction of an 8-inch water main in Michillinda Avenue
between Colorado Street and Panorama Drive. Bids will be received
June 8 and recommendation made to Council thereafter. (Work Order 475)
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The recommendations approved by the Los Angeles County Division of the
League of California Cities Board of Directors concerning City repre-
sentation for Corridors of the Southern California Rapid Transit
District Board of Directors was ACCEPTED on MOTION by Councilman
Considine, seconded'by Councilman Rage and carried unanimously.
Discussion held on the request of the West Arcadia Business and
Professional Association for permission to 'install nine 27' high 3-
gauge galvanized steel cable standards at locations listed in its
communication of April 28. It is an endeavor toward elimination of
temporary pipe poles which could become a threat to public
safety under certain climatic conditions.
L. E. Beauchamp, 665 Fairview Avenue, explained the purpose in detail
and suggested Council look at similar poles on Las Tunas Boulevard in
Temple City. Some discussion held on porcelanized versus galvanized
poles. The matter will be back on the agenda of June 1.
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On MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried
unanimously the speed limit on Baldwin Avenue north of Foothill
Boulevard will be posted at 35 m.p.h., pursuant to the recommendation
of the Police and Public Works Departments. This will assist the
Police Department in more realistic enforcement of violations as the
speed limit will now conform with provisions of the State Vehicle Code.
(The City Attorney will prepare the necessary ordinance.)
On MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and
carried unanimously Council will indicate to the County Sanitation
District that the City has no intention of excluding itself from
District No. 15. This is in response to a communication from the
/ District asking support of the decision to provide a long-raqge solid
waste disposal program. It was noted that this would apply to District
No. 22 if it should have the same problem in the future.
June 15 was scheduled for the Hearing on the Budget for the fiscal
year 1971-72.
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1429, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 2710 OF THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH THE DESIGN OF THE SEAL OF THE CITY
OF ARCADIA."
It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full
body of Ordinance No. 1429 be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Helms
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The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1430 entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE ZONING ORDINANCE
TO PROVIDE FOR HEALTH CLUBS ON A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT BASIS IN C-l
OR LESS RESTRICTED ZONES."
It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4203
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carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full
body of Ordinance No. 1430 be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4203, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTABLISHING CRITERIA FOR PLACING TRAFFIC
CONTROL DEVICES NEAR SCHOOLS."
It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full
body of Resolution No. 4203 be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
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This approves by resolution the Bolicy for placing traffic control
devices near schools with the exception of Item 2-c in the Policy
concerning adult crossing guards. (Appendix Page 1).
In order to consider the following, the prOV1Slons of the Procedural
Ordinance were WAIVED on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by
Councilman Rage and carried unanimously.
The City Manager and Water Manager advised that construction of the
St. Joseph Reservoir No.2 has been satisfactorily completed by
J. D. Diffenbaugh, Inc., whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Hage,
seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows
that the work be ACCEPTED and final payment be AUTHORIZED in accordance
with the terms of the contract.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
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The City Manager advised that telegrams will be directed to the State
officials opposing Senate Bill 333 (compulsory arbitration for Police
and Fire Personnel),'.
On suggestion of Councilman Arth members of the Planning Commission
will be invited to attend a forthcoming session of Council when recre-
ation vehicles will be discussed.
On suggestion of Councilman Arth appreciation will be expressed to the
American Legion Post No. 247 for its gifts presented to the Recreation
Department.
Councilman Considine referred to animals running at large and the danger
thereof. Staff will investigate and so notify the animal control
authority
At 10:25 p.m., Council entered an executive session.
At 11 p.m., Council reconvened and adjourned immediately thereafter to
7 p.m., May 27, 1971.
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