HomeMy WebLinkAboutJULY 6,1971
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PLEDGE OF
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 6, 1971
The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in regular session on
Tuesday, July 6, 1971 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the
Arcadia City Hall.
Rev. Leslie G. Strathern, Arcadia Congregational Church
Councilman Edward L. Butterworth
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Helms
None
On MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded
carried unanimously the minutes of the
were APPROVED.
by Councilman Butterworth and ~4
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Individual Awards of Merit were presented to members of the Youth
Commission whose terms are now expiring - Nikki Cavalier, Janine
De Grado, Linda Ellis, Janet Kaplan and Marilyn Pick. On behalf of the
City Council presentations were made by Councilman Hage who expressed
appreciation and optimism for the efforts and accomplishments of the
commission.
Appeal filed by Howard Garrison, et ai, from the decision of the
Planning Commission in its denial of an application for the reclassi-
fication of property at 870 -,1050 W. Foothill Boulevard from R-l to
R-3 to permit the construction of garden type apartments,
The Planning Director noted the Commission's findings as set forth in
Resolution No. 736 that the zone change was not justified by either
public necessity, convenience, general welfare or good zoning practice
and had recommended denial, This followed a public hearing at which
the matter was considered extensively. Mayor Helms then declared the
hearing open.
Howard Garrison, 870 W, Foothill Boulevard, one of the applicants,
spoke at-length concerning the requested rezoning and noted in part
that the subject property is bounded in the north and south by the
Foothill Freeway; that no one has offered to purchase the land for R-l
development; that the zoning ordinance does not reflect exactly what
the applicants desire to build; that although R-3 permits one unit for
every 2,000 sq. ft, of 'space, what is proposed would permit 2,865 sq. ft.
per unit; that they are not interested in building for the density
allowed by the current R-3 zoning. He continued that they are not
interested in building rentals - the units would be owner condominiums.
He compared what is proposed with what has been constructed along
Orange Grove Avenue in Pasadena where one unit has 3,000 sq. ft. of
ground space.
It was stated further in part that some of the residents north of
Foothill Boulevard consider condominiums the best use for the land -
that some feel eventually condominiums will be approved, however it
seems there is a fear of the unknown, i.e., what would happen to the
so-called Anoakia property on the north side of Foothill at Baldwin
Avenue; what would happen to the so-called island between the two
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Baldwin Avenues and the corner at Michillinda Avenue if R-3 were granted.
Mr. Garrison was of the opinion that if a special zone were created in
the city it would indicate more progress than most cities; that it would
be leading the way in resolving this type of problem, In conclusion
Mr. Garrison stated'in part that time is of the essence for all of the
applicants. They have retained the property ,for years and due to the
uncertainty of the freeway during the years have been unsuccessful in
efforts to sell the property until recently when several proposals have
been presented. He then asked for consideration of a new zone which
would permit more precisely what they would like to construct.
James Munroe, 890 W. Foothill Boulevard, one of the applicants, stated
in part that in his opinion the problem has become emotional and as a
result distortions have not only been presented to the Planning I
Commission but to many of their neighbors to the north; that the
Commission was probably swayed more by the views of the Rancho Santa
Anita Property Owners ,Association than by any other single factor that
was presented to that body, He noted and read a portion of a letter
from the association to those residing on the south side of Foothill
Boulevard, "As respect to property on the south side of Foothill it is
an acknowledged fact, as evidenced in city after city, that the inevi-
table effect of the breaking down of the integrity of R-l zoning to
R-3 would result in the definite further deterioration to commercial
zoning." Reference was again made to the developrre nt of Orange Grove
A venue in Pasadena which was rezoned about 20 years ago at which time
there was quite a furore but which has,proven ,through the years that
a change does not mean there would be a continuing deterioration of the
surrounding area - quite the contrary in this instance there has been
a strengthening.
Mr. Munroe continued in part that the association members have indicated
to some extent that they are at least receptive to the idea that perhaps
R-l zoning is not the best use; that a change might well be substan-
tiated through study by a committee; that he would be willing to work
with the association to the north in an endeavor to find an agreeable
and acceptable solution to the problem; that the problem is far greater
to those to the south then to those to the north who are separated by
a major state freeway plus a buffer zone,
He concluded his remarks by stating in part that he would be willing to
go along if the association would like a reasonable amount of time to
restudy the matter, however, the applicants have lived under the blight
of the freeway for 12 years and that sympathy for their problem does
not resolve the situation; they are now locked in and are seeking a way
out as there doesn't seem to be any way to develop the property under
the existing zoning.
T. A, D, Fessenden. 1100 W. Orange Grove Avenue, spoke on behalf of the
members of the Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners Association, whose
concern he stated in part is that a course of action be taken which
would benefit the city as a whole and which would be to the least detri-
ment of the residents in the northwest corner of the city; while the I
concern of the individual property owner in the subject Foothill strip
is primarily personal profit or compensation for their property as they
will probably no longer be residents of the area, He continued that it
is not a personal matter but a situation matter, and should be construed
as such, that can be eventually resolved to the benefit of all but that
entails time.
Mr, Fessenden continued in part that the association reaffirms the
position it took at the hearing before the Planning Commission - strong
opposition to the requested rezoning. He noted that Simon Eisner,
consultant for the proposed General Plan, recommends that the subject
property remain R-l; that Mr. Eisner believes a good subdivision can
be constructed near a freeway and reference was made to homes which
have been built on two streets adjacent to the freeway and are selling
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now that the prices are right for the lot and house size. He felt
lenders are available to finance well planned and constructed homes
in the area. He stated further in part that the membership takes the
position that the Anoakia property is the key to the entire situation;
that it is a county island completely surrounded by R-l. The County
has resisted attempts by the owner to construct high rise high density
residential and commercial improvement because it would be incompatible
with the surrounding R-l; that a break in the integrity of R-l would
make it difficult if not impossible for the County to continue to
resist R-3 or commercial development there,
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He then explored what has transpired since the Planning Commission
hearing and asked that three communications be made part of the record;
1) copy of a communication from Howard Garrison, James S, Munroe and
Steven Goss to residents in the area and the Association; 2) copy of
a letter dated June 28 from the Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners
Association to its membership; 3) copy of a letter dated June 28 from
the Association to property owners south of Foothill Boulevard and
north of the freeway, Concerning the first letter - and the fact that
three applications had been filed with the Planning Department for
rezoning of the Foothill strip and subsequently denied - in which it
was stated that the Association had asked for denial of all three
applications through petition, that at no time was it expressed that
all three should have to be denied. He continued that it was regret-
table that a racial issue was part of this communication. That it is
not a racial issue. It is only an issue as to what is the best use of
the land, Reference was made to Assembly Bill 813 which if signed
would permit the City to annex and control the zoning of the Anoakia
area.
He noted that the Board of Directors had appointed a special committee
to study all possible uses of Anoakia and property on the south side
of Foothill and to report back; that Mr. Garrison, et al, have been
asked to hold up any further action until the committee reaches a
conclusion. He asked that because the proponents are now requesting
a zoning different from R-3 which requires a new hearing before the
Commission, that Council deny the appeal; that the applicants could
reapply for zoning other than the broad R-3 which lowers control.
William Gleason, President of the Rancho Santa Anita Residents
Association stated that residents south of Foothill Boulevard are
also quite concerned about the breaking of the present zoning which
could lead to further requests for equally justifiable modifications
of zoning; that the association members are opposed to the requested
use of property but had not met to take any official position, He
personally felt that a recent article in the press was unfortunate.
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Jack Saelid, Chairman of PLAN, stated in part that although the organi-
zation had not met officially on the matter he felt he could speak for
the membership - that matters of such zoning importance should not be
hastily resolved - that this should be a part of theGeneral Plan now
under consideration; that it could be that when all facits of the
condominium concept are considered it may well prove that this would
be the best use of the land ... with the freeway just opening
that it appears to be too early to consider any zone change.
Dr, Nathan Jacobs, 1042 Don Diablo Drive, stated in part that times
change and observed that the forecast for the next 30 years is for a
50 percent increase in population throughout the contry; that there
will be constant pressures on all communities to expand; that there
should be a long range zoning plan. He spoke in favor of the devel-
opment of two new streets in the subject area and expressed concern
as to what could happen if the zoning were to be changed at this time.
He felt it is because of the economic situation for the past five years
the subject property has not sold; that it is not incumbent on City
Councils to change zoning because owners want to retire or dispose
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HEARING
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West Foothill
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of their property; that he is confident the entire subject area should
remain in the present zone and be so developed.
Monte Cly, 644 W, Foothill Boulevard, spoke to the burden on the home-
owner of the high taxes, and of his efforts to sell his property which
is now completely surrounded by the freeway, He asked for consider-
ation by the city as to what it would recommend for his property at
Baldwin and Foothill; that he was willing to listen to any reasonable
solution.
Keith Smith, 420 Arbolada Drive, stated in part that it must be real-
ized that with the increased traffic to be generated in the subject
area deluxe homes will not be saleable; that a practical solution
should be worked out by all concerned,
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Dr. Charles Tannenbaum, 216 Hacienda Drive, referred to the expressed
desire of the applicant for an immediate solution to the problem and
commented in part that Council has an obligation to all residents as
to the future growth of the city - not just for the present.
At this point Mayor Helms asked for a show of hands
favor and those opposed to the requested rezoning.
tion were in the majority.
from those in
Those in opposi-
James Munroe, one of the applicants, stated in part that the statement
that the County had resisted requests for rezoning the so-called
Anoakia property was inaccurate; that during the years the owner of
that property has entertained various ideas of development but had
never to his knowledge made a specific request of the County for any
rezoning; that in his opinion there is no similarity between the
Anoakia property and the property before Council at this time which
is bounded by the freeway whereas the former is surrounded by beau-
tiful homes,
No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried
unanimously.
Mayor Helms declared that Council would now open the hearing on the
appeal filed by the Maier-Perlin Development Company from the decision
of the Planning Commission in its denial of a request for the re-
classification of property at 1110 - 1150 W. Foothill Boulevard from
R-l to C-2 for commercial development purposes,
Bernard Perlin, 3670 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles, representing the
owners of the subject property which he said is currently in escrow
and which he stated in part is a large enough parcel for sensible and
tasteful development. He exhibited renderings of the proposed
commercial development and compared it to one recently completed in
Palm Springs. He noted the parcel adjoins the freeway ramp and has
175' frontage on Michillinda which would make it totally unacceptable
for residential use. He noted in detail the proposed architecture,
various improvements, etc., and stated in part that it was an ideal
development for property lying between the freeway and Foothill
Boulevard and suggested that regardless of its eventual use that
sufficient frontage be provided to allow for a left turn pocket on
Foothill Boulevard, the narrowest portion of the so-called strip.
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T,A.D. Fessenden, 1100 W, Orange Grove Avenue, spoke on behalf of the
Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners Association, and reiterated concern
for the development of the subject property as a whole, which should
be developed and controlled for the benefit of residents who will
remain there; that the applicants in this instance are all absentee
owners. He stated that time will bring about the development of the
section and that for the record the Board of Directors of the asso-
ciation voted in opposition to this application as well as the R-3.
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As to additional commercial development he stated in part that he
believes the residents of the entire city do not think there is need
for more such development, especially in the north portion ." gas
stations are almost in every corner, with sufficient motels and
restaurants, There is a surplus of office buildings in the city as
well in adjacent communities; that a break to commercial anywhere on
the south side of Foothill between Michillinda and Santa Anita would
be the beginning of a flood of requests for such development and
would be financially inadvisable in his opinion, He noted the market
value of homes on the north side of Foothill with an average of
$64,000 with which he felt commercial could not be considered com-
patible. He restated the willingness of the association to work
through a committee in an endeavor to develop the entire area with
proper control, He asked for denial of the appeal,
William Gleason, President of the Rancho Santa Anita Residents Asso-
ciation, noted the opposition of the members for the requested devel-
opment and the interest in the development of property as far west,to
Colorado; that if it were rezoned it would lead to further such
requests and referred to the problem of the Eaton property at
Michillinda and Colorado.
Jack Saelid, 821 Balboa Drive, Chairman of Plan, stated in part that
the membership is opposed to further commercial fragmentizing as the
residents of the immediate area would have to pay the penalty for
such commercial zoning and hoped that it would not be necessary to
always go to the electorate in determining issues of this nature.
Keith Smith, 420 Arbolada Drive, stated in part that in due respect
to those who have spoken in opposition he noted that the homes on
Foothill Boulevard have a buffer zone - they have a service road
from Arbolada Drive to Michillinda to block them from any develop-
ment across the street. He propounded the question - who would want
to build an R-l home on the southeast corner of Michillinda and
Foothill? He referred to a lack of taxes on. the property in question
and the high density traffic factor must be recognized with major
traffic arteries where no one would be interested in building a home.
That the developments should be constructed in a manner approved by
the Commission and the Council. He asked that the appeal be granted,
Mrs. Sharon Culverwell,1032 Hampton Road, stated in part that there
are many uses for the property other than homes and submitted the
possibility of a park; that there is no need for additional commercial
development in the city. She explored ways and means of acquiring
the property and referred to parks adjacent to freeways in other
communities. She asked for denial of the appeal,
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Stuart Hamblen, owner of property at 1110 W, Foothill Boulevard,
stated that the time for action on the area is now - that he has
retained his property for many years and asked for favorable consid-
eration of the appeal. He continued that in his opinion the prop-
erty is not suitable for a park due to its proximity to the freeway
and felt that it also would not develop residentially,
Mrs, Mike Marikian, 1161 W, Foothill Boulevard opposed a park at the
location,
Mr. Perlin spoke again briefly, in rebuttal, that the property would
be sold or leased prior to development to a major AAA tenant; that it
would be an excellent addition to the city as well as furnishing tax
revenue. He referred to the statement about breaking the integrity
of zoning and observed that every piece of property must stand on
its own; that no one would live between the two Foothills at this
corner; that it has to be looked upon on its own merits with ade-
quate buffering, He noted there are already two other corners devel-
oped commercially, however, they are not in the city, He concluded
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by stating in part that it is a question of a successful develop-
ment and the best use of a property, In response to a question he
sgid they are in escrow on two parcels and have an option on the
third,
(Hearing
closed)
No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION
by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried
unanimously.
Councilman Butterworth stated in part that he could not see any
reason why land owners could not come before a Council to seek the
greatest remuneration possible for their property; however, from the
standpoint of a Council it is obliged to give thought to the desires
of the residents and endeavor to'do what is best for the greatest I
number of people. He then summarized thehistory of the subject
property, That it has been R-l for about five decades and that the
route of the freeway has been known since 1959. He explored the
various attempts to rezone some of the area for commercial uses during
the intervening years and in each and every instance the R-l zoning
was reaffirmed by Council and in fact the square footage was increased
from 7500 ft, to 10,000 ft. during a time when the exact route of the
freeway was known. That to rezone the property would be breaking
faith with those who purchased property with the knowledge that the
area was R-l,
Referring to the statement that the property cannot be developed R-l
he felt there is evidence to the contrary and submitted that the
consultant on the proposed General Plan has repeatedly advised that
R-l zoning is good and proper for the area; that there are many good
subdivisions developed adjacent to a ,freeway. That the former
Planning, Director, after an extensive study, came to the same con-
clusion. He felt Council would be hard pressed to change to R-3
and/or commercial unless there were some compelling reason which in
his opinion has not been presented.
Reference was then made to the Anoakia property, - He stated that the
City has been in touch with the County Planning Commission in this
regard for years and in his judgment if the city were to destroy the
integrity of the R-l zoning on the south side of Foothill the County
would in all probability very soon thereafter rezone Anoakia either
for R-3, condominiums or for high rise development with a possibility
of commercial if the city were to permit C-2 at Michillinda and
Foothill, He noted that the Planning Commission voted 6 to 0 in
favor of maintaining R-l in the area and it has been the policy of
Council not to overrule the Commission unless it felt the Commission
had acted in an arbitrary and 'capri'cious manner; that certainly, that
was not the case in the subject matter.
Reference was made to a commflnication entitled "True Facts" which had
been circulated by the applicants which he felt was unfortunate; that
the implications therein were quite plain, i.e., either the Council
permit the rezoning or they would sell to a minority developer. That I
Council has always stood fast on what it mllS t stand fast on and that
is that the color of a manls skin is not a condition of land ownership;
that the community is certainly open to anyone wishing to move in and
further that any aFt ion by Council to overrule the Commission in the
face of the commu~rcation could only be construed as an acquiescence
rather than a yielding to the unfortunate implications contained in
the letter, He concluded by stating in part that he would vote
against a change,. in either Zone.
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Councilman Arth prefaced his remarks by stating in part that he would
speak to the application for R-3 only; that inasmuch as he is employed
by a major oil company he has made it a rule not to take a position
for or against any development which had to do with the petroleum
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industry, He then recalled instances referred to by Councilman
Butterworth when applications requesting rezoning of the same property
were denied because of the strong feeling that it remain R-l; he
presented some tabulations as to what rezoning would do to the value
of the subject property and he stated that R-l does not bring the
highest economic return to the seller; that there is constant pressure
for high density apartments due to the population explosion. Refer-
ring to living adjacent to a freeway he noted that the freeway is
depressed from between 10 ft. to 20 ft, and land itself is the greatest
sound barrier. He felt that the argument that the land will not sell
for R-l development is not sound and cited instances of such devel-
opment which ~ave been successful, He felt there is a real demand for
R-l property as one has to go to considerable distances to the east
to find anything comparable, He felt that there is a surplus in the
city of R-3 land with about 50 percent still undeveloped,
Concerning the possibility of the City acquiring the property for
park purposes he stated in part that in his thinking this is not the
alternative; that the subject matter must be judged on the merit of
whether it should remain R-l or zoned R-3, He agreed that one
development tends to break the zoning for an entire area, In closing
he stated in part that changes do not have to be made and changes
should not be made that would destroy the qualities of an area; that
residents have settled in the city because it is a city of homes and
the increased density which would result from apartments in the
subject area would be a stepping stone toward destroying many of the
fine qualities of the city, ' He was opposed to any rezoning to R-3
at 870 - 1050 W. Foothill Boulevard,
Councilman Considine was of the opinion that there is an excess of
commercial property at the present time as well as R-3 property
which has not been developed; that he has defended maintaining R-l
in the subject area for years and any reason for a change has not
been indicated to him; that he too has seen properties along the
freeway attractively developed into single family residences. He
felt staff should suggest how the land could be developed so that the
rear yards would buffer the freeway, He was opposed to rezoning in
either instance.
Councilman Hage felt the matter very important to the future of the
city; that he too was very concerned about Anoakia; that it posed a
real threat or real advantage to the city depending on what eventually
happens there. He noted the attempt by the city to annex that area
a few years ago, He felt that all the property in the area should
be looked at as a whole and a determination made whether it should
be rezoned R-3 or partially C-2; that he would not favor a change of
any zoning at the present time,
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Mayor Helms stated in part that it is recognized that the city is a
community of homes; that the city seal has been so dedicated, and
that the integrity of the zoning against onslaughts of many devel-
opers has been maintained to preserve the character of the city.
That in his opinion the proponents have failed to carry the burden
of proof to justify a change from R-l to R-3 or from R-l to C-2 and
that based thereon the applications must be denied.
It was then MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman
Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation
of the Planning Commission (Res, No, 736) as to property at 870 -
1050 W. Foothill Boulevard be sustained and that the appeal therefrom
be and it is hereby denied.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Helms
None
None
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It was further MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by
Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that
the recommendation of the Planning Commission (Res. No, 737) as to
property at 1110 - 1150 West Foothill Boulevard be sustained and
that the appeal therefrom be and it is hereby denied.
AYES: Councilmen Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
NOES: None
ABSTAIN:Councilman Arth due to this business affiliation
ABSENT: None
Council received with appreciation the 'communications from Mr. and
Mrs, Robert H. Clemmer and Dr, and Mrs. Harry Friedman concerning
the efficient manner in which recent fires at their residence and
business respectively were extinguished.
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Council expressed its desire to study pending shoreline legislation
as set forth in Senate Bill 1483. Matter will be on the next agenda,
The City Manager advised that the Director of Public Works noticed
on the day following July 4 two boys, ages 8 1/2 and 10, were on
their own, with their own equipment, cleaning up much of the debris
left from the fireworks celebration. It was the expressed desire
of Council that the boys be commended in a regular meeting with
suitable resolutions presented.
Harry Meskell, 1360 N. Michillinda Avenue, Vice President of the
Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners Association, referred to the
suggestion of Councilman Considine and stated in part that its
committee would like to work with the city staff in resolving the
\ proper development of Foothill Boulevard, Appreciation was ex-
pressed for the offer and it was suggested that he confer with the
Senior Planner,
T. A, D. Fessenden, 1100 Orange Grove Avenue, asked if something
could be done to expedite the installationof lighting at the inter-
section of Orange Grove in Arcadia and Greenhill in Pasadena, He
expressed appreciation for the cooperationof the City but asked for
whatever assistance the city can give. The City Manager will consult
Pasadena City officials.
Discussion held on the problems encountered at the library due to
lack of sufficient lighting of the west parking lot, the need for
adequate lighting of dark corners of the building and additional
fixtures to complete a recent installation - the latter to the
southeast corner of the garden patio, It was MOVED by Councilman I
Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call
vote as follows that staff develop plans and specifications for
the west and south parking lots and to proceed immediately with the
installation of the wall lighting on the east side of the library
building,
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
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Council received a report from staff dated July 2 on the progress
of the intersection lighting program; it was ,noted therein that the
first phase has been completed with the exception of the installation
at 6 intersections due to the fact that the Edison Company is expe-
riencing difficulty in acquiring easements for the conductors which
must be brought up from rear lot line power pole locations.
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It was noted that the second phase calls for 24 marbelite poles with
underground conductors and to date only 6 easements have been obtained
for both phases of the work,.. abutting property owners are reluctant
to have their walls and landscaping subjected to the trenching necessary
for boring for conduit placement, although in general they are in favor
of the lighting. Due to this and the fact that trenching costs by
Edison are far above the estimate it was requested by staff that it be
permitted to substitute steel poles with overhead wiring wherever
easement difficulties or excessive trenching costs would prohibit
installation.
Council reaffirmed its position that underground installation be made
wherever possible with overhead installation as a last resort. It was
then MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried unanimously that staff be authorized to proceed with the
lighting program; that the 24 poles be authorized for installation and
that undergrounding be accomplished wherever possible (6 for Phase I,
18 for Phase II), Staff to use its own discretion in this regard.
Due to circumstances staff explained and presented a different approach
to the right-af-way acquisition in connection with the proposed im-
provement of First Avenue between Santa Clara and Colorado. It was
noted in particular that one of the property owners is not in favor of
the improvement due to the possibility that he would have to close his
restaurant business during the work period, Staff did not agree with
this as it could see no reason for closing. However, the City's
Appraiser had advised it would not be economically feasible to acquire
this right-of-way through condemnation.
'Staff noted that it is now proposed to widen the street within the
existing right-of-way. Future widening at this site would then only
occur concurrent with any redevelopment of the property and would be
at the expense of the owner. Council expressed concern that this
property could be sold and the new owner not be aware of this condition
and asked that some provision be made for this eventuality, as the
present owner might reconsider if he knew the circumstances.
The improvements and condition thereof on the west side of First Avenue
~re then explored in detail and staff recommended that negotiations be
authorized with the owners for the acquisition of the buildings at
their depreciated value and on completion of the negotiations proceed
with demolition. The relocation of the subject five businesses was
discussed and it was noted that it is equitable and legally permissible
to pay reasonable moving costs from Gas Tax Funds which is not likely
to exceed a total of $2,000,
It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Counc~lman Considine and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the report of the'City
Appraiser be accepted and that staff be authorized to proceed with
acquisition of the right-of-way property, the total of moving costs
not to exceed $2,000; that the City Attorney be authorized to file a
suit in eminent domain on the following properties to assist in
expediting the completion of this phase of the project - cost not to
exceed $55,800 and that a resolution be adopted therefor, (Resolution
No, 4208 adopted later in this meeting.)
219 First Avenue 433 First Avenue
235 " " 418 "
303 " " 412 "
321-323 " " 408 "
325-329 " " 402 "
331-333 " " 326 "
401 " ", 320 "
405 " " 314 "
411 " " 308 " "
417-425 " " 302 " "
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AYES,
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
STREET
IMPROVEMENT
SUNSET
BOULEVARD
Council received the report of staff dated July 2, L971 on the progress
of the proposed improvement of Sunset Boulevard between Duarte Road
and Huntington Drive for which the Los Angeles County Road Department
committed itself to provide at no cost to the City the right-of-way
appraisal, design plans and project construction and engineering. The
City to purchase the requirement right-of-way at no expense to the
County.
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The total number and locations of the parcels which must be acquired I
for the widening were reviewed along with the proposed improvements.
It was noted that staff has delayed the property acquisition to permit
time to study the feasibility of an underground utilities district.
The City does not have the funds available to pay for undergrounding
Edison Company's facilities throughout the limits of the project,
however, Edison does intend to relocate its facilities to rear lot
lines wherever possible -- the Pacific Telephone Company and the County
Communications Department cannot relocate to rear property lines due
to lack of continuity of easements and numerous changes in direction.
The manner in which this can all be accomplished was set forth, the
total cost of which would be approximately $3,000 for trenching and
backfill in the public right-ow-way. The cost estimate for work on
private property is $6,000 and orovides for trench, cable, backfill
and surface restoration, The total cost of the appraisal is $128,250.
It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the appraiser's report
be accepted and staff authorized to proceed with right-of-way acqui-
sition; and authorize the City Attorney to file a suit in eminent
domain on the following properties to expedite the completion of this
phase of the project. Staff will endeavor to negotiate with the
utility companies for the payment of the trenching and if unseccessful
will report back to Council, (Res. No. 4209 adopted later in this
meeting.)
1046 Huntington Drive 1012 Sunset 1140 Sunset 1023 Sunset
812 Sunset Blvd. 1016 " 1150 :." 1015 "
820-22 " 1024 " 1149 " 1102 Fairview
824-28 " 1028 " 1137-41 " 919 Sunset
830-32 " 1036 " 1131-33 " 907 -13 "
842 " 1046 Arcadia 1127 " 903-05 "
844 " 1114 Sunset 1123 " 839-41 "
900 " 1118 " 1115-19 " 825-31 "
904 " 1122 " 1105 " 819 "
914 " 1126 " 1037 " 1100 Hunt ington
1046~48 Fairview 1132-36 " 1027-29 "
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
I
STREET Council received staff report on the proposed improvement by Temple
IMPROVEMENT City of El Monte Avenue between Live Oak and Lower Azusa Road and
EL MONTE authorization is being sought by staff to improve a small section of
AVENUE f."~ ,> the city as it exists on El Monte Avenue south of Live Oak Avenue as
t:7: /' .):,'J.-J.,J! a part of the Temple City project, It was MOVED by Councilman Hage,
r seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows
that a resolution be adopted authorizing inclusion of the Arcadia
section of El Monte Avenue in the Temple City project; that $5,000 be
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AWARD
(CAMINO GROVE
PARK)
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LIGHTING
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transferred from the Second Avenue Project No. 363 to Job No, 381 for
said purpose, (Resolution No. 4210 adopted later,)
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
Council received a report and recommendation for the award of contract
on the following bids for the Camino Grove Park development:
G. T. & S. Co.
Goodman & Peloquin
Webster & Wiley Co,
Moulder Bros.
0, K. Coyle
$97,171
91,980
87,500
81,500
81,400
It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the low bid of O. K. Coyle
be accepted; that all other bids be rejected; that any informalities
or irregularities in the bids or bidding process be waived and that
the Mayor and City Clerk be AUTHORIZED to execute the contract in
form approved by the City Attorney; that $92,000 be appropriated from
Reserve for Capital Projects Account to Capital Improvement Account
No, 650:'
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Helms
None
None
Council received the plans and specifications for the proposed street
lighting of the Upper Rancho area consisting of the installation of
7M lumen mercury vapor street lights at intersections on marbelite
standards to replace the existing lantern type fixtures. The replaced
fixtures as well as the post mounted lights along Foothill Boulevard
will be relocated in those areas which do not have lights and to
supplement the lighting in other areas where the lights are too far
apart,
It was noted that the Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners Association
has reviewed the plans and are in accord therewith, Some discussion
held on the replacement of the lantern-type fixture with a modern type
which may not be compatible to the area.
T. A, D, Fessenden, 1100 W. Orange Grove Avenue, said that the Board
of Directors of the Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners Association
took the position that there should be more lighting in the area;
that it was his understanding that, intersectional lighting had to be
7M lumen which was impossible from the existing lantern-type.
It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and
carried unanimously that the plans and specifications in the proposal
set forth in the report dated July 2, 1971 be APPROVED and that the
City Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids to be returned July 19
with report to Council thereafter.
PARKS ALONG Council received a report from the City Manager and the Recreation
THE FREEWAY Director concerning acquisition of land in the area north of the
((7 ~ I Foothill Freeway for development of a park. The reports set forth
j ; IZ/~~~,the amount of land available and the estimated price per square foot,
The City,Manager stated in part that due to the price and problems
of access he would suggest that the location is not as good as others
would be, He submitted for consideration utilizing unused land at
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TRANSFERS
1970-71
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CHICAGO
PARK
-+ /014
ORANGE GROVE
RESERVOIR
NO. 2
V
M D S
TRAFFIC RECORD
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the Orange Grove Reservoir to provide facilities in which Council has
expressed prior interest - lighted tennis courts, volley ball court,
along with an open area with trees, He explained how this could be
accomplished. Staff will draw up rough sketches of what could be done
at the Orange Grove plant, but not rule out the possibility of ac-
quiring some additional land along Foothill Boulevard for possible
park use.
It being the policy of Council at the end of each fiscal year to set
aside the net admission tax and proceeds from sales of real properties
for capital projects, it was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by
Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that
$400,421.00 in the General Fund be transferred to Capital Improvement I
Projects Reserve as of June 30, 1971. (See report dated June 30, 1971.)
AYES: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Council received a proposal dated June 4, 1971 from Stone & Youngberg,
Municipal Financing Consultants, in connection with the financing of
the Chicago Park 'Industrial Tract. Discussion ensued on the listed
performance to be expected from the consultants, additional services
and payment for such services, The latter being of special interest
and it was submitted that a warranty should be provided as to just
~hat they would accomplish, The matter will be reviewed at a study
session to be held July 19, During the interim Council is to receive
an analysis of the entire procedure.
The City Manager and Water Manager advised that the plywood sheathing
at the Orange Grove No, 2 ,Reservoir is deteriorating and the roof must
be replaced. It was noted that Water Department personnel can perform
the removal and disposal of the old roofing paper and the removal,
disposal and/or salvage of the plywood sheathing, but must go to bid
for the installation of new 1 x 8 wood sheathing,and'the construction
of a new roof.
It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and
carried on roll call vote as follows that staff proceed with the work
which can be performed by city personnel and that authorization be
given to advertise for bids for the sheathing and appurtenant material,
and for the construction of new roofing,
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
Council received a copy of a proposal for the development of a records I
system to serve traffic safety needs of the city - the work to be
financed by a grant of federal funds, It was MOVED by Councilman
Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that
the proposal of the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Data System be accepted
with the understanding that no city funds will be involved,
The Parking Place Commission recommended the placing of a 2 hour parking
limit on the row of spaces abutting the alley north of Huntington Drive
approximately midway between Santa Anita and First Avenues. It would
include 21 spaces within District #2 parking lot and 9 spaces of the
adjoining city owned lot which is not part of the District. The time
limit would be between 8 a.m. and 6 p,m. except Sunday, Cost of citing
for the 30 spaces would be paid by the District, The Commission felt
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this would alleviate the problem of employees of the various businesses
outside of District of parking all day in the preferred spaces imme-
diately north of the alley. Enforcement would be done by the Police
Department.
It was the consensus of Council that it hesitated to issue citations
at the subject parking area because everything is being done to
encourage customers to shop in the downtown district. It was submitted
that an endeavor might be made for a certain length of time to enlist
the aid of those doing the parking and ask them to park farther back
on the lot. It was also the consensus that the city owned spaces not
be a part of the time limit provision,
It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried unanimously that a 2-hour time limit be placed on the 21
spaces within Parking District No. 2 to go into effect at the expir-
ation of 30 days in the event staff is unable by persuasive means to
alleviate the problem which created the request.
INSURANCE Upon recommendation of the City Manager it was MOVED by Councilman
(employee Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as
benefits) follows that James p, Kennedy, Jr., be retained at a fee to be approxi-
f J mately $1,600, for the purpose of conducting a survey, advising,
_ U/I'uli. et cetera, concerning insurance in the field of employee benefits.
/ The Mayor and City,Clerk authorized to execute the agreement infurm
'6/!" ~/(!..t..approved by the City Attorney.
, .
AYES: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
PROCEDURAL
ORDINANCE
PROVISIONS
WAIVED
DOG LICENSE
FEE INCREASED
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1434
ADOPTED
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ORDINANCE
NO. 1432
ADOPTED
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On MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried
unanimously the provisions of the procedural ordinance were waived in
order to consider the followirg items.
The City Manager advised that the Board of Supervisors had just
increased the fee for dog licenses from $4 to $5 to be effective almost
at once. Some discussion held on the increased operating costs of the
County services.
It being an emergency measure the City Attorney presented, explained
the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1434, entitled: "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION
4124,2,2 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO LICENSE FEES FOR
DOGS."
It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and
carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full
body of Ordinance No, 1434 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 Ordinance No, 1432, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTIONS 2211.1 THROUGH 2215.3 OF
THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ESTABLISHMENT AND ADMINIS-
TRATION OF A DISASTER BOARD OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA."
It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the full
body of Ordinance No, 1432 be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen
None
None
Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4208
ADOPTED
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4209
ADOPTED
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4210
ADOPTED
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RECOGNITION
FOR RESCUE
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The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
or Resolution No, 4208, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST, CONVE~'
NIENCE, AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY,
FIRST AVENUE FROM SANTA CLARA STREET TO COLORADO BOULEVARD, FOR PUBLIC
STREET PURPOSES AND ORDERING THE ACQUISITION THEREOF."
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No, 4209 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA DETERMINING THAT THE PUBLIC INTEREST, CONVENIENCE,
AND NECESSITY REQUIRE THE ACQUISITION OF CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY, SUNSET
BOULEVARD FROM HUNTINGTON DRIVE TO DUARTE ROAD, FOR PUBLIC STREET
PURPOSES AND ORDERING THE ACQUISITION THEREOF."
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No, 4210, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PERMITTING THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY TO MAKE
CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS ON EL MONTE AVENUE BETWEEN LIVE OAK AVENUE AND
THE SOUTHERLY CITY LIMITS AND AUTHORIZE PAYMENT THEREFOR."
I
Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman
Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading
of Resolution Nos, 4208, 4209 and 4210 be WAIVED and that all be
ADOPTED. AYES: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, ConsDine, Hage, Helms
NOES: None ABSENT: None
It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth'and
carried unanimously that public recognition be ~bestowed on Sarah
Sargent who recently rescued a 16 month old child from a swimming
pool and revived her, Miss Sargent is 17 years of age, She will be
invited to a regular Council meeting for the presentation,
Mayor Helms commented that the city has been invited to compete with
the City of Inglewood at'basketball during half time of a future
Laker I s game.
Mayor Helms: It has come to my attention, quite by accident, that
former mayor and councilman, Edward Butterworth, is a member of the
Board of Directors of the San Gabriel Council Boy Scouts of America,
and as a director would be attending the International Jamboree of
the Boy Scouts at Tokyo as a representative of the San Gabriel Council,
That at the conclusion of the Jamboree it would be appropriate and
advisable, if Mr, Butterworth consents, for him to proceed to the
Republic of Indonesia for the purpose of undertaking the preliminary
negotiations for the establishment of a sister city relationship
between this City and the cities of Prambanan or Denpesar; that the
Republic of Indonesia has only recently emerged from Communist domin-
ation and both the Department of State and the Town Affiliation
program are desirous of establishing sister city relationships in the
Republic of Indonesia.
I
T hat Mr, Butterwor~h is the official Counci 1 liaison to the Sister
City Commission, and as such has been in correspondence with Sultan
Hamengkubuwono IX, the reigning sultan of the area encompassing the
City of Prambanan, and the Governor of Bali where the City of
Denpesar is located, That the Sister City Commission of Arcadia has
officially expressed an interest in establishing ties with the cities
of Prambanan or Denpesar, subject to the approval of this Council,
and that under the circumstances it would be in the best intere~ts
of this City and its citizens that Councilman Butterworth proceed to
Indonesia to discuss this matter with the appropriate government
officials of Prambanan and Denpesar, and to observe the cities in
question and their officials prior to the establishment of official
ties. Compensation paid councilmen is, and should be used for such
,
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BEAUTIFUL
COMMISSION
ADJOURNMENT
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purposes, and expenses in connection with this trip shall be funded by
Mr, Butterworth from such City compensation.
It was the expressed desire of Council that it accommodate this purpose,
and the following minute resolut'ion was adopted on MOTION by Councilman
Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously.
BE IT RESOLVED that Councilman Edward L. Butterworth be authorized and
directed to proceed to the Republic of Indonesia, and there to visit
the cities of Prambanan and Denpesar, to meet with the city officials
of each city for the purpose of determining the advisability of Arcadia
entering into an official sister city relationship with either of said
cities, and to report his findings promptly to this Council upon his
return.
Mrs, William Appel related greenery donations from various local clubs
which have already been planted at the City Library. Council expressed
appreciation.
At 11 p.m., Mayor Helms declared the meeting adjourned sine die.
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ATTEST:
et~dutl? a/}11 ~v
Christine Van Maanen
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