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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAUGUST 3,1971 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 19: 7877 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING I AUGUST 3, 1971 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in regular session on Tuesday, August 3, 1971 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall. INVOCATION Key, :Margaret . Stevens,. 'Santa Anita Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Mayor James R. Helms, Jr. ROLL CALL PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Rage, Helms Councilman Butterworth MINUTE APPROVAL On MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of July 20 were APPROVED. HEARING (Weeds) c...-- :/- 1:1 ell Time and place scheduled for hearing objections to costs of abating noxious weeds and rubbish from individual parcels of -land. Mayor Helms declared the hearing open. Nino F. Polito, Chief of the Hazard Abatement Section of the County Department of Forester and Fire Warden, stated in part that the work had been accomplished, and pursuant to the provisions of the Government Code the costs of such work had been posted on the Council Chamber door for the required period of time. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unani- mously. Whereupon the following Minute Resolution was adopted on MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows: RESOLVED: that the City Council does hereby confirm the charges of weed and brush clearance as submitted by the Los Angeles County Forester and Fire Warden and that same be placed on the individual tax statements by the Los Angeles County Auditor for collection thereof. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth HEARING Application of Richard Koteski, dba Merchants Guard Service for a (Business business permit to allow him to conduct the business of guard Permi~V) service to merchants. Mayor Helms declared the hearing open and /, J.1'P"d~no one desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION BY f. ""., Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. It was then MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Rage and carried unanimously that a Council husiness permit be issued the applicant. Mayor Helms did not participate due to business affiliation with the applicant. - 1 - 8-3-71 19:7878 HEARING Appeal from the decision of the Planning Commission in its denial of a request for permission to create four lots out of two at 201- DIVISION OF 205 West Orange Grove Avenue. The acting Planning Director ex- PROPERTY plained that at the time of the hearing before the Commission the (Orange Grove- applicant submitted a revised plan which was considered by that DENIED) body and acted upon. He noted that the original plan indicated P ~4~" ~ Parcel Nos. 1 and 2 as 80' in width whereas the revised plan .eX ()-(. '7..J- dI indicated they would be 90' which is still less than the require- ment for R-O zone. Parcel No.3 would be 95' wide, less than re- quired and Parcel No.4 would have 105' frontage although with an area of only 14,275 sq. ft., whereas the code required 15,000 sq. ft. He continued in part that the Commission could see no reason why the property could not be developed into 3 parcels which would comply with all requirements and felt the developer's motive for the 4 lots, none of which complied with the code, rather than into 3 lots, which would comply, appeared to be based solely on the lucrative financial benefit to the developer. The Commission sub- sequently denied the application. I Mayor Helms declared the hearing open and Gordon Maddox, 1510 S. Baldwin Avenue, representing the applicant, submitted a map and with reference thereto stated in part that Lot 1 is 95' wide with 18,000 sq. ft., 10% within the requirement; Lot 2 is 90' wide with 15,910 sq. ft., 10% within the requirement, Lot 3 is 95' wide with 15,000 sq. ft., 5% within the requirement and Lot 4 is 105' wide with 14,275 sq. ft., 4% within the req~irement. He continued that 'although the Commission felt it should not waive certain require- ments just to provide a developer with greater profit, the owner of the subject property had tried for years to sell the property for less than that received for some surrounding properties. He cited a court opinion referred to by the acting 'Planning Director and upon research he felt it was inapplicable in this instance. He stated further in part that there had not been any opposition from property owners within a 300' radius; that they felt it would upgrade the area what with the installation of curb, gutter and sidewalks. He asked for favorable consideration. \ Speaking in favor of the application were: Mrs. Gene Tipton, 1646 Rodeo Road Irving Goulard, 211 W. Orange Grove Avenue J. G. Erpenbeck, 139 W. Orange Grove Avenue Mrs. Robert S. Campoy, 1518 Rodeo Road William Beckwith, 143 E. ,Sycamore, representing the property owner, spoke at length concerning the small differential in meeting the code requirements and stated in part that in his opinion it would not ad- versely affect the value of surrounding properties and explored his efforts in securing a buyer; that it was not economically feasible to divide into 3 lots but felt the proposal was reasonable and fair. He' asked for favorable consideration. I ,.. Reference was made by Councilman Arth to the sideyard setback require-. ment, on the first rendering between lots 3 and 4 and whether or not the developer would consider altering his plan on those two which could provide a little change in width. Mr. Maddox discussed the matter with those concerned and stated they would remain with the plan as submitted. I r .~ . No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Coun~i1man Hage and carried unanimously. ~ I 8-3-71 _ 2_ HEARING Continued 1 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT RATIFIED (Restaurant) ?r(!; () p CONDITIONAL' USE PERMIT RATIFIED (Dr i ve- in J:'estaurant) prc9 () p LEAGUE OF"""-- CALIF. CITIES Resolutions -I INDEPENDENT AUDIT ( 1970~71) j, 30 I .' 19:7879 Responding to a request the City Attorney recited the provlslons of the code whereby a variance therefrom may be made upon the recommendation of the Commission, or in the exercise of the sound judgment of Council, after proof of necessity is pre-sented, and, a finding by a maj.ority of the Council that a variance is necessary by reason of the-size, use, shape, topography or other conditions oJ the property or the property adjacent thereto. During the deliberations by Council it was noted that the subject property would not be sterilized by denying the application; that it could be de- veloped into 3 lots which would meet all requirements and conform with the 100' frontage 'of adjoining properties; that no justification had been shown for a variance from the code nor any necessity therefor. It was then MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the action of the Commission be sus- stained and that the appeal be and it is hereby DENIED. G AYES: NOES: ABSENT: CounciLmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth I Planning Commission Res. No. 742 granting a conditional use permit to James A. and William E. White for a restaurant, at 1027, S. Baldwin Avenue, subject to compliance with all applicable regulations of the Municipal Code, was RATIFIED on MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: ,NOES::. ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth Planning Commission Res. No. 743 granting a conditional USe permit to Dominic C. Sturniolo for a drive-in restaurant at 301 E. Huntington Drive, subject'to compliance with all applicable regulations of the Municipal Code, was RATIFIED on MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth Council reviewed the report of the Resolutions Committee of the County 'Division of the League of California Cities and expressed support or opposition which the Council representative will carry to the next Board of Directors' meeting. Council reviewed the proposal dated July 26, 1971 submitted by Pyle, Lance, Schlinger & Soll, independent auditors for the city for the past three years. This proposal pertained to the audit of the 1970- 71 fiscal year and indicated an increase in fee. Following discussion staff was AUTHORIZED to solicit other pJ:'oposals and also ascertain if the present auditoJ:'s would accept a lesser figure if the City were to retain them for a fourth year. It has been Council policy to change auditors every three years. .'i SIDEWALK' Council received a petition from property owners residing on the north PETITION side of Balboa Drive between Golden West and Magellan Drive requesting (BALBOA the adoption of the standard, uniform curbside design with respect to Drive) the sidewalk pJ:'ogram for the subject street. John Pitchess, 943 Balboa , ,- ,} Drive, stated in part that they are not opposed to sidewalk construction - )7. )'f':"'fM'''-' only the design - that any approach other than the uniform design would , I ~ be inconsistent with present and proposed sidewalk plans in the area. Cv11 '~~ h3-ff CouncU requested staff to prepare plans for the subject street in time t~ / I J for review at the next regular meeting (August 17) '. During the discussion Councilman Arth asked staff to carefully consider going around trees in sidewalk construction, endeavoring to save them. 8-3-71 - 3 - ADVERTISE FOR BIDS " (St r eet s) Job'No. 369 ADVERTISE FOR BIDS Job No. 383 / LAND TO BE DEEDED (1' strip) V + I. , 't cA.).1.., . , A. 'I, v\ RESOLUTION NO. 4213 ADOPTED V 1970 STORM DRAIN BOND ISSUE (Eng. Agreement) Project Nos. 1450,9602,9635) 1/ /1' 'r -:1 be -1'- -t~ STREET IMPROVEMENT (Orange Grove) ) r It: 31 USE OF CITY SEAL /) ,- H' Ii ','I' I,) 17 I \'...,~ , ' " , 19: 7880 On MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously, the plans and specifications were APPROVED and the City Clerk was AUTHORIZED to advertise for bids for the improve- ment of Colorado Boulevard from Santa Anita to Colorado Street (Upper '~"), improvement of various streets as listed in staff report dated July 30, including maintenance, all to be financed from State Gas Tax Funds. Bids are to be received August 16, with report to Council thereafter. On MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimous ly the plans, and. spec,ificat ions were APPROVED and the City Clerk was AUTHORIZED to advertise for bids for the 'installation of a sprinkler system in the median and side slopes of the Baldwin Avenue Underpass. Bids to be received August 16, with report to Council thereafter. Funds in Capital Improvement account. I Upon the recommendation and explanation by staff the following re- solution was adopted deeding a one-foot control strip of property to the owners of 354 W. Lemon Avenue. It was noted that a lot split has now been obtained dividing the property with the condition that the one-foot be dedicated for street purposes to provide legal access to Wistaria Avenue. Said resolution will not be recorded until all of the conditions of approval of the lot split have been complied with. (' Whereupon the City Attorney presented, explained the content and'read the title of Resolution No. 4213, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DEDICATING CERTAIN PROPERTY AT 354 WEST LEMON AVENUE FOR STREET PURPOSES." It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage that the full reading of Resolution No. 4213 be waived and that same be ADOPTED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms .None Councilman Butterworth On recommendation and explanation by staff concerning a supplemental agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District for storm drains approved by Council 6n February 16, 1971, it was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the supplement agreement be APPROVED and that the Mayor and City Clerk be AUTHORIZED to execute same in form approved by the City Attorney. " AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None CounciLman Butterworth On 'recommendation and explanation by staff concerning the construction of curb, gutter and new pavement on Orange Grove Avenue within the existing right-of-way, it was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously that staff proceed with preparation of plans and specifications for said improvement and schedule ,the, project to be constructed concurrent with the storm drain work tentatively scheduled for Spring 1973. I Council concurred in the suggestion of Councilman Butterworth that appropriate wording be used in connection with the use of the City Seal by James Clark, dba Artadia Directory Company, and on MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded' by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously the following statement was approved for placement under the seal on the cover of the directory: , '~he Seal of the City' of Arcadia is used by permission of the City of Arcadia. This directory is compiled, printed and distributed by the"Arc.adia Directory Company and is not a publication of the City of Ar'cadia." 8-3-71 - 4 _ .' I:JATURE CENTER Mural I, // 7~f/ I-PARKS (Neighborhood) --- F: I J..6- '2- ORDINANCE NO. 1433 _ ADOPTED: ," ~ ORDINANCE NO. 1435 INTRODUCED - I " !} RESOLUTION NO. 4212 /' 19: 7881 Council received report from the Recreation Director concerning the ,entrance mural proposed for the ,John Panatier Nature Center indicating that donations of approximately $700 have been received to date and -reque~ting an appropriat,ion of $1400 in order to complete the project. It was noted thai: it is" anticipated future donations will be received through the efforts of'the Arcadia Beautiful Commission. It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows that the City allocate $1400 and AUTHORIZED the purchase of necessary material. Funds in the Capital Improvement Project Surplus. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms :None Councilman Butterworth Council received report from the Recreation Director concerning possible locations for small parks not involving the purchase of land. Two could -be on portions of elementary schools, 1) Highland Oaks at the easterly corner including the youth hut2)Santa Anita School in the northeasterly corner including the youth hut and one on the Water Department's property on Orange Grove Avenue which could also accomodate two tennis and two volleyball courts on the concrete reservoir. The City-Manager advised that sufficient funds Ere in the Capital Improvement Project Surplus account and that it would not be necessary to eliminate any earmarked program. ,It was MOVED, by Councilman Arth" seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously that staff be AUTHORIZED to solicit specific proposals from professionals for attractive, functional modest designs. - ' The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content . and read- the title of Ordinance No. 1433, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA-AMEN~ING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE 'TO REZONE CERTAIN'PROPERTY AT 855 SOUTH BALDWIN AVENUE FROM ZONE R-3 TO ZONE PR-3." It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth that the full reading of Ordinance b~ waived and that same be ADOPTED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth The City Attorney presented- for the first time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1435, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTIONS 2720 AND 2721 AND AND REPEALING SECTION 2722 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO HOLIDAYS." It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1435 be waived and that same be ADOPTED on roll call ~ote as follows: AYES: NOES:, ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth Th City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4212, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF, ARCADIA REQUESTING M, ALLOCATION OF COUNTY AID TO CITIES FUNDS FOR THE , MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC SIGNAl;S ON SELECT SYSTEM STREETS." , ..It was MOVED by Councilma,n Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage that the full reading of Resolution No. 4212'be waived and that same be ADOPTED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: ,NOES: ABSENT: C9uncil~~n Arth, Considlne, Hage, Helms None Councilman'Butterwortp 8-3-71 - 5- HEARING ( GENERAL PLAN) Review ~~~ /IS'f B 19:7882 Continuing its review of the proposed General Plan and consistent with the adopted schedule Council entered deliberations on Land Use. The acting Planning Director indicated the following areas of concern on a projected map. Low Density Residential: East and west side of Santa Anita, Foothill Boulevard to the freeway. West side of Baldwin Avenue, north of Huntington Drive. East side of Sunset Boulevard, north of Huntington Drive, Area south of Freeway west, of Santa Anita- and nonh .of the railroad. I High density residential: South side of Duarte Road, between Baldwin and Holly Avenues. South side of Camino Real near Baldwin Avenue. North side of Duarte Road, La Cadena to Holly Avenue. South of freeway near Santa Anita Avenue. Huntington Drive between Baldwin and Holly Avenues. Downtown area. 'I CommerciaL: Towne Center Area West of city limits south of Foothill Boulevard. West of city limits north and south of Colorado Boulevard. West of lower "y". South of Duarte Road between Golden West and Baldwin Avenues. Northeast corner of Las Tunas and Baldwin Avenue.. Live Oak Avenue near Sixth Avenue. East of city limits, north and south of Live Oak Avenue. Industrial area: North of Huntington Drive, east of Second Avenue. Miss Marion Reese, 915 N. Santa Anita Avenue, asked for consideration of a specific portion of the city, i. e., Santa Anita Avenue between the freeway and Foothill Boulevard. It is now zoned R-2. She said it is difficult to keep units rented due to the speed of the traffic. That the area is no longer suitable for family dwellings and submitted the pOSSibility of a hotel-motel type of development with a deep setback from the street with its noise and traffic. Mr. John Gascoyne, 610 N. Santa Anita Avenue, agreed in substance with the former speaker and asked for consideration of some zoning other than as recommended. Mr. Jack Saelid, 821 Balboa Drive, President of PLAN, read a statement I dated August 3 and on file in the office of the City Clerk, summarized as follows: that PLANS purposes include maintaining the City's attributes as a fine residential community of suburban character, enhancing and impro the living conditions and the maintenance of a reasonable tax base.... that it is in favor of a General Plan and has reviewed the goals which were discussed at a former meeting and are in general agreement with the exception of goal No. 10 as reflected on Page 33 of the preliminary General Plan. This refers to maintaining a capital improvement program for the City consistent with -long range goals and objectives. He felt this should be a goal of the community without which the program could disappear with the discontinuance of horse-racing and the pressures of government costs. 8-3-71 - 6 - 19:7883 He continued in part that an absolute maximum population shoutd be established without which concerned citizens will wonder how and where additional residents will find the" services they require unless there are major changes within the very nature of the city. ... as population density increases the cost of government-provided services goes up disproportionately to a greater extent. He noted that vacant R-O and R-l property ~s at a premium and that there appears to be more then adequate R-3 zoned property and submitted that if it becomes necessary to rezone R-l property to higher density usage it should be done only to encourage private redevelopment of de" teriorating areas. I Mr. Robert Campbell, 316 Cabril10 Road, expressed concern on the population growth pattern and cited two startling instances in another county, however, he noted the lack of vacant R-O, and R-l land in the City. He submitted and referred to an overlay of the zoning map which indicated zoning areas and spoke specifically of the future zoning of the race track property which at the present time has 70 acres zoned for commercial use. He submitted for argument only that 70 acres each could be zoned for R-l (10,000 sq. ft.) and R-O (15,000 sq. ft.) and 75 acres R-l (7,500 sq. ft.) He explained his method of arriving at an estimated total population for the subject area of 2,640 persons, which is less than the figure used in the General Plan. Both the map and the figure statement were filed with the City Clerk. Some discussion held on the reverting of the high rise zoned areas to residential USe inasmuch as they have not been so developed. Mr. Cliff Vance, 417 S. Second Avenue, submitted a petition signed by residents residing on South Second Avenue asking that the subject area remain in its present zoning (R-2) instead of in the R-3 zone as indicated in the preliminary General Plan.' He referred to the economic situation and the efforts of property owners to maintain property and a way of life. He felt the City would not particularly benefit from the recommended zoning because of the increased services which would be needed; that only the developer and those close to the sale negotiations would benefit. In conclusion he stated in part that the City should not encourage high density zoning and asked for favorable consideration of the retention of R-2 zoning "in the' ar-€a outlined. I Mr'. Michael Card, 816 Victoria Drive, referred to" some figures he 'compiled concerning existing R-3 zoning, and stated in substance that according to city figures there are approximately 374 acres of R-3 land in the city not presently developed in such a manner - that if it were so developed with one dwelling unit for every 2,000 sq. ft., of land area, which is 21.78 dwelling units per acre, there would be a potential for 8,165 dwelling units ----He continued in part that during the last ten years the absorption rate in the City has been about 93 dwelling units per year---- based thereon it would take 87.8 years to' absorb the existing R-3 property; that the"ultimate development would add about 16,330 persons in the population figure. He added that in th~ portions zoned for high rise the figure would be greater than one dwelling unit per 2,000 sq. ft., and the absorption rate would also go higher. Mr. Stan Eisner, with Simon Eisner and Associates, consultants to the City in the General Plan preparation, referred to pages 70 and 71 of the General Plan, which were developed to illustrate what various kinds of development on the race track property would mean using existing residential zone classifications. He felt it unfortunate that these were deleted in the Planning Commission recommendation to Council - that in his opinion, these tables are still of value in making more precise policy decisions in the future years with relation to the track property. In reviewing the subject tables Mr, Eisner explained that the figures were based on projections from 8-3-71 - 7 - \ PROCEDURAL ' ORDINANCE' waived PATH ALLOCATION CO' !rl : i ; \. 11< YOUTH COMMISSION ALLOCATION -I I ~ I C' HELMS re police activities 19:788'4 , the 1960 census inasmuch as the 1970 census was not available at the time of preparation. He indicated his source material used in ar- riving at population projection in terms of facilities needed at various classifications of usage. In answer to a question concerning property on Santa Anita Avenue between the freeway and Foothill Boulevard which was brought up by Miss Reese, Mr. Eisner stated in part that the area is fairly well committed to the density illustrated in the General Plan; that in his opinion the city does not need more strip commercial and that the possibility of a hotel-motel development in that area would depend on a specific type to be judged on its own merit - something to be handled through the conditional use permit process. He submitted that if the subject area is no longer a desirable place for a few people to'live, ,as stated earlier, then it -,w'Ould ,certaiilty foHow -it would -not be suitable for a development to accomodate many more persons. . ~ I The acting Planning Director then summarized presentations made thus far; that there was obvious concern about the future of the H zone especially from Huntington Drive to Duarte Road between Santa Anita and Second Avenues where there has been very little high intensity residential land usage; that population projections ,and land develop- ments'have not kept up with the forecast of some years ago and now; there are deteriorating conditions and no one seems.to be willing to develop apartments. M~yor Helms then announced that the review of the General Plan would continue at the next regular meeting of Council - August 17 - and would again be placed near the end of the agenda. In order to consider the following matters the provisions of the Procedural-Ordinance were waived on MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Counci'tman Butterworth The City Manager advised that the local youth organization, PATH, is in need of financial assistance in an end~avor to break even this year. It was noted that the organization is doing a good job and is making every effort to raise oper~ting funds, whereupon it was MOVED'by Councilman Arih, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that $500 be appropriated from the Council Contingency Account. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms , None Council Butterworth On Motion by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows $300 was allocated for the Youth Commission, This will be an advance on the Commission Buaget. I ;1'/ Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage,'Helms None Councilman Butterworth AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Mayor Helms requested the City Manager to check on the following matters: 1) whether or not juvenile fingerprints are furnished the FBI in Wash- ington. He was concerned as this would enter the picture when expunging a record. 2) whether or not the Police Chief has availed himself of the riot training programs in some of the military centers. The City Manager explained briefly what the Chief of Police has done in this regard,. 8-3-71 c 8 - CONSIDINE re Municipal Data System F- 11~5 I CONSIDINE /' (Safety for children) HAGE (traffic / hazards) V EXECUTIVE/ SESSION RECONVENE and ADJOURNMENT I 19:7885 Councilman Considine referred to the request of the San Gabriel Valley Municipal Data System for an advance of funds needed to continue oper- ations until grant funds are received and explained reasons therefor. He noted that it would require an advance of 3-1/2 months service charges for which there is no immediate plan for return, and felt that if Council is convinced of the need and is desirous of using this type of service there is little choice but to support the group as started. Whereupon he MOVED that Council advance the requested funds consistent with proper analysis and spot check by the City Manager and Finance Director. Motion seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth Referred to storm drain traps which present a hazard especially to small children and requested staff to investigate all locations and construct some sort of permanent safety shield. Referred to the speed of traffic on Second Avenue from Foothill to Colorado Boulevard as it travels past the Eisenhower Memorial Park. He noted that cars are parked on both sides of Second Avenue and children dart into the oncoming traffic. He asked staff to check into the situation. He also referred to the intersection of El Monte Avenue and Duarte Road, asking whether or not a left turn pocket would alleviate a bottleneck situation in the east/west traffic... especially during the morning hour when school begins. Staff will check into this. At 11 p.m., Council entered an executive ~ession with the City Manager. At 11:30 p.m. Council reconvened in the Council Chamber and adjourned sine die immediately thereafter. ATTEST: ()f~~~ Christine Van Maanen 8-3-71 - 9-