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HomeMy WebLinkAboutSEPTEMBER 7,1971 CITY, COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK I INVOCATION and PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL HEARING (Zone Change) I. 'f;Ag? I HEARING (Zone Change) f) , '2.) ..v..n.,....;- r, ./ (/ 19:7899 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 7, 1971 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in regular session on Tuesday, September 7, 1971 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall. Mayor James R. Helms, Jr. PRESENT: ABSENT: , Council men. Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, He lrns , None On MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of August 17 and the adjourned regular meeting of August 24 were APPROVED. Councilman Butterworth abstained from voting on the A~gust 17 minutes as he was absent. Mayor Helms abstained from voting on the August 24 minutes as he was absent. Planning Commission Resolution No. 744 recommending the reclassification of property at 1103 La Cadena Avenue and 515 W. Duarte Road from. Zone R-l to Zone R-3. The acting Planning Director advised that the action was taken by the Planning Commission on its own initiative as a result of a study of the area bounded by Arcadia Avenue, La Cadena Avenue, Duarte Road and Baldwin Avenue. It was determined that only the subject two locations should be rezoned at this time; that the size and shape of the surrounding R-l properties should await developments. He exhibited maps indicating subject sites and surrounding improvements. Mayor Helms declared the hearing open and no one desiring to speak to the matter the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Considin~, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously. Whereupon it was further MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Butterworth ,md carried on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation of the Planning Commission in its Resolution No. 744 be APPROVED, and that the City Attorney prepare the appropriate ordiriance. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: COluncilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None Planning Commission Resolution No. 745 recommending the reclassification of property at 33 Morlan Place from Zone C-I and D to Zone C-2 and D. The acting Planning Director explained that Snyder-Langston, Inc. on be. half of the Ford Leasing Development Company, requested the zone change as a continuation of existing land use on the applicant's adjacent property. It was determined by the Planning Commission that the zone change would not adversely affect adjacent properties and would be consistent with good zoning practice pursuant to the intent of the General Plan. Projecturals were exhibited which indicated the subject site and surrounding improvements. 9-7-71 - 1 - 19:7900 Mayor Helms declared the hearing open and no one desiring to speak to the matter the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote that, the recommendation of the Planning Commission in its Resolution No. 745 be APPROVED, and that the City Attorney prepare the appropriate ordinance. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None HEARING Planning Commission Resolution No. 740 placing property west of Baldwin (Zone Change) Avenue north of Foothill Boulevard, excluding County t'erritory, in the ~ ,) R-O and D Zone. It was noted that the subject property is in the R-O 7/',' "X..,,>~, ~r,: 3.. zone and that public n:cessity, convenience, general welfare, health ,/' (I and good zoning practice justifies the placing of said property in the o zone (architectural design). CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (33 Mor Ian Place RATIFIED ./ /) /~ . I r r. L/~' I Mayor Helms declared the hearing open and T. A. D. Fessenden, 1100 W. Orange Grove Avenue, spoke at length concerning the recommendation. His presentations were on behalf of the Rancho Santa Anita Property Owners Association, of which about 80 percent of the residents in the subject area are members. He explored in detail the conditions to be imposed and submitted a comparison chart indicating the building size, front, side and rear yards with relation to the City Code, Deed Restrictions and the proposed D Overlay, which would not only control the size and use of residential lots, but esthetics, architectural design, use of materials and general compatibility of structures with surrounding homes. Mr. Fessenden noted the inclusion in the resolution of an Architectural Review Board which would be responsible for the review of all working drawings and specifications for erection, modification or improvement of a structure. Approval of the Board would be required before any improvement was made. Provision for an appeal from a decision by the Board was set forth therein. During the deliberations it was brought out that the so-called Green Oaks subdivision (Michillinda and Orange Grove) is part of the subject area. No one else desiring to speak to the matter the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. Mayor Helms observed that this is one of the advantages of local government for control and cooperation with residents and noted the success of two existing Architectural Review Boards (Santa Anita Village Association and Rancho Santa Anita Residents' Associ- ation. He recommended the same approach to property owners groups in other parts of the city. It was then MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows that the recommendation in Resolution No. 740 be APPROVED and that the City Attorney prepare the appropriate ordinance to affect addition of Zone D to the existing R-O classification for said area. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None I Planning Commission Resolution No. 746 granting a conditional use permit for a new car storage area at 33 Morlan Place subject to all conditions set forth therein. It was noted that the Ford Leasing Development Company proposes to develop the site in connection with its adjacent new car dealership. Conditions to be imposed were explored and it was the consensus that provision be made in the resolution for the lighting plan to be submitted to the Planning Department for its approval.- It was then MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that the action of the Planning Commission in its Resolution No. 746 be RATIFIED subject to all con- ditions and with the additional requirement that the lighting plan be 9-7 -71 - 2 - CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (1427 S. Baldwin Ave.) RATIFIED I f,' (!) () A TRACT NO. 23205 Tentative Map Approved I;'/jo~ YOUTH Ii ; COMMISSION (Police protection) ---- COMMUNICATION I HAULING (Flood Controi District) APPROVED J I].J~ 1J~~ 19:7901 approved by the Planning Department. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None Planning Commission Resolution No. 743 granting a conditional use permit for an eating establishment at 1427 S. Baldwin Avenue subject to all conditions set forth therein. The applicant is the Baskin-Robbins Thirty-One Flavors Ice Cream Company. It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that the action of the Planning Commission be RATIFIED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: : Coune i lmen None None Arth, Bu~terworth, Considine, Hage, Helms The Planning Commission recommended approval of the tentative map of Tract No. 23205 (14 unit condominium) at 1130-1134 W. Huntington Drive, subject to all conditions listed in the staff report dated August 24. It was noted that a shopping center is north, apartments are to the east and west, and multiple family residential units are south of the subject site. It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the tentative map be APPROVED subject to conditions imposed by the Planning, Public Works, and Water Departments. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterwo~th, Considine, Hage, Helms None None .\ The request of the Youth Commission for police protection during its dance to be held on the Hinshaw's parking lot September 18 was APPROVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that the request be granted; that two police officers be provided at no charge to the Commission. It was noted that the Commission is an official body of the City and it would be in the public interest to provide the protection. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None A communication requesting an additional sign at 1220 Golden West Avenue was referred to the Planning Commission for review and recommendation. The City Manager advised that the County Flood Control District is requesting a no-fee permit to haul large rocks and boulders from ,the debris disposal basin east of the Wilderness Park using, Elkins Avenue to Santa Anita Avenue and thence to the Foothill Freeway. All re- quirements set forth in City Ordinance No. 1377 would be applicable. The type of trucks, the time of operation (8 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily 5 days per week), material to be hauled and the duration of the operation (30 days) was listed in the District's letter dated August 31. It was emphasized by Council that the District be informed that there must not be any blasting or mining during the operation. It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that the request be granted pursuant to all conditions outlined in the District's letter of August 31, plus 1) there shall not be any blasting or mining at the site, 2) the City Manager be 9-7-71 - 3 - CABLE STANDARDS (WABAPA) -- Approved /1 SIDEWALKS (Colorado Boulevard) --7', /-f.: >/ I J 19:7902 authorized to have the operation halted if it should become a public nuisance, 3) the five working days would be from Monday through Friday 4) operations would not begin at the site before 3 a.m., and 5) the operation not to exceed one calendar month. Any fee connected therewith was waived. Council considered the request of the West Arcadia Business and Pro- fessional Association for permission to install ten permanent prime painted poles or cable standards at specified locations. It was noted that Council had originally granted permission to install nine poles which would be epoxy painted. However, it had been discovered that the cost would be exorbitant and that a rust resistant paint over which would be applied a color coat would produce a substantial reduction in I cost and the end result would still be a cable standard with a color coat. Although the original approved request was for nine poles the Association would like ten with the extra pole installed in front of the Goodyear Store, 1414 S. Baldwin Avenue. It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that the new request be GRANTED subject to the original conditions and the further stipulation that repainting and the cost thereof of the poles ,shall be the responsibility of the Association and performed when directed to do so by the Director of Public Works. Discussion ensued on the request of 32 property owners for the deletion of sidewalks from the Colorado Boulevard Improvement Project. It was noted that only 3 property owners on Colorado Boulevard itself actually signed the petition. The others were from surrounding streets. The Assistant City Engineer displayed an alternate plan indicating curb sidewalks with by-passes around Deodar trees and noted that most of the shrubs and bushes are located near the center of the parkway and would be lost regardless of where the sidewalk were located. It was brought out that sidewalk construction on Colorado Boulevard has been shown on the Master Plan for sidewalks for many years and not a single major street improvement or new subdivision has been constructed in recent years without constructing sidewalks on both sides of the street. Staff felt sidewalks are urgently needed for pedestrian safety on both sides of Colorado Boulevard. Karl A. Lowry, 501 San Luis Rey Road, reiterated his request for the deletion of sidewalks and exhibited elevation charts indicating traffic lanes. Considerable discussion held on preserving the'trees and methods therefor. Mr. Lowry stated in part that if sidewalks had to be con- structed he would prefer them at the curbline. Hugh Meyers, 624 San Luis Rey Road, said he would be satisfied with just the curbs and gutters, no sidewalks. about the trees I Mayor Helms assured those interested that the City Council is very desirous of having the trees; that it is only concerned with the location of the sidewalks which program has been in the offing for years and is a progressive development. David H. O'Brien, 500 Santa Rosa Road, expressed concern and favored the plan introduced earlier in this meeting. It was noted that Councilman Arth will be out of the city at th'e next regular meeting and that definitive action should be taken when the full Council is in attendance, whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that it be the sense and wish of this Council in its de- termination in matters of public safety and interest that sidewalks be installed on both sides of Colorado Boulevard and that a decision as to 9-7-71 - 4 - I WORK ACCEPTED (water main) I ~ II ~-4f f3.; AWARD OF CONTRACTS P ~i. ei.. Reservoir Roof I Trucks ~ /0' --1"",.;: a~ I . t}),' ~ ' r..... 1 19:7903 the exact location be made at the regular meeting of September 21. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None During the interim the property owners of the subject area will study the alternate plan submitted at this meeting and make a determination as to where they prefer the sidewalks to be located - curbline or property line - and make known its decision by September 21. On recommendation of the City Manager and Water Manager and on MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows the work as performed by the C & 0 Pipeline Company in the installation of an 8" pipeline in Michillinda Avenue was accepted and final payment was AUTHORIZED in accordance with the contract. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Helms None None The City received and made Manager and Finance Director reported on the following bids for the purchase of lumber for the Orange Grove Reservoir Roof recommendation for the award of contract to the low bidder: LUMP SUM (roll off unload) ALTERNATE LUMP SUM (forklift unload) Koppers Company Inc. Mullin Lumber Co. Orban Lumber Co. $8,157.24 8,470.98 8,725.90 $8,262.24 8,570.98 8,725.90 It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows that the contract for lumber for the Orange Grove Reservoir Roof be awarded to Koppers Company, Inc., in the amount of $8,262.24 (alternate lump sum bid); that all other bids be rejected; that any informalities or irregularities in the bids or bidding process he waived and that a purchase order be issued there- for. Funds are in the current budget. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Helms None None The City Manager and Finance Director reported on the following bids received for the purchase of five trucks - four for the Water Department and one for the Department of Public Works - and made recommendation for the award of contract to the low bidder: WATER DEPT. DEPT. WATER DEPT. WATER DEPT. (1) 3/4T CAB PUB'. ,WKS. DUMP TRUCK (2) 3/4T TRUCKS & CHASSIS 2l;T TRUCK International Rarv. $3,606.17 $6,427.22 $3,006.61 $7,403.58 El Monte Motors 4,049.28 6,148.25* 2,933.75* 6,667.25 Wegge Dodge NO BID 6,316.63* 2,943.71* 7,627.30 Foulger Ford 4,115.80 NO BID NO BID 7,026.00 * These proposals include exceptions to the specifications which are not acceptable to the using department. f It w~s MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the trucks be purchased from the low bidder, International Harvester, in the respective amounts of $3,606.17; $6,427.22; $3,006.61; $7,403.58, that all other bids be 9-7-71 - 5 - Bu's -Club Wagon l) . t.'j ). ,II! Street Sweeper /,1 GJf' Id:.. ELECTION PAYMENT AUTHORIZED f /JJ)~D JOINT POWERS AGREEMENj 19:7904 rejected; that any informalities or irregularities in the bids or bidding process be waived and that the appropriate purchase order be issued therefor. Funds are in the current budget. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None The City Manager and Finance Director reported on bids received for the purchase of a staff car for the Department of Public Works and a bus- club wagon for the Police Department. ,Due to variations in the models bid for the staff car it was recommended that bids for the staff car be rejected and authorization gra~ted to readvertise at the time staff I cars are purchased for the Police and Fire Departments. However, it was recommended that the bus-club wagon be awarded to the low bidder as fo llows : Wegge Dodge, Pasadena Arrow Chevrolet, Lps Angeles $4,603.95 4,828.13 It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that staff be authorized to reject all bids for the staff car and to readvertise at a later date when bids are taken for staff cars for the Police and Fire Departments. That the bus- club wagon be purchased from Wegge Dodge of Pasadena in the amount of $4,603.95; that the other bid be rejected and that the appropriate purchase order be issued. Funds are in the current budget. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None The City Manager and Finance Director reported on .one 'bid received for a street sweeper. Some discussion held on the reasons why only one bid was submitted and why only one company could qualify. It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the equipment be purchased from Nixon- Egli Equipment Company, Inc., Irwindale, in the amount of $15,940.80. Price includes a trade-in allowance of $1,800 for a 1963 Wayne street sweeper. Any informalities or irregularities in the bids or bidding process were waived. The Finance Director will issue the appropriate purchase order. Funds are currently budgeted in Account 433.74. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None Council received the statement of charges in connection with the speCiall Election held April 20, 1971 pertaining to the rezoning of property at the northeast corner of Baldwin Avenue and Huntington Drive. It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Finance Director be authorized to pay $2,157.93 to the Los Angeles County Registrar of Voters pursuant to the statement dated August 13, 1971. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None The City Manager advised that the joint powers agreement with the County Board relating to the County Park had been executed and that two persons are to be appointed by the City Council to serve on the Commission. He submitted that Council might be desirous of giving some thought to the appointees. 9-7-71 - 6 - PERSONNEL (salaries) EXCESS FREEWAY PROPERTY I, bLI4 13 ../ -/. r r; 'lJ t fV....u,.,; ~...:. I ORDINANCE NO. 1438 (County Park) ADOPTED ./" " RESOLUTION NO. 4216 (Protesting Co. pay raises) ADOPTED ~ I RESOLUTION NO. 4217 (Land Purchase) ADOPTED 4- (53 19:7905 This agenda item concerning salary adjustments to eliminate inequities Was to be considered in an executive session. The City Manager advised that the State Division of Highways has informed staff that four parcels of excess freeway land on the south side of Forest Avenue between Rodeo Road and Tindalo Road are available for lease for park purposes. The property is now vacant apd has about 11,640 square feet. The term of the lease would be for 50 years at about $100 per year. The Public Works Department estimates the cost of improvements at $10,747. It was noted that the' property is not suitable for R-l development due to its irregular shape and lack of depth plus the fact that it backs up against the freeway. The Land Committee has studied the proposal and feels that a park would be the best use. Council concurred and on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows staff was AUTHORIZED to proceed with a lease agreement on the terms outlined above to be executed by the Mayor and City Clerk in form approved by the City Attorney. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Cons idine, Hage, Helms None None The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content and read the tit le of Ordinance No. 1438, entit led: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 4510 OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADDING SECTION 4510.1 THERETO, RELATING TO REGULATIONS OF THE COUNTY PARK." It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows that the full reading of Ordinance No. 1438 be waived and that same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None It was noted that only Section 2 of this ordinance was formally adopted at the meeting of August 24, 1971. The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4216, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA PROTESTING THE ACTIONS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES IN GRANTING UNREALISTIC PAY RAISES." It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Rage that the full reading of Resolution No. 4216 be waived and that same be ADOPTED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Helms None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4217, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF CERTAIN PROPERTY AT THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF CAMINO REAL AVENUE AND SECOND AVENUE FOR PARK PURPOSES." It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth that the full reading of Resolution No. 4217 be waived and that same be ADOPTED on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None 9-7-71 - 7 - RESOLUTION NO. 4218 (TOPICS) ADOPTED -7:', ,If ". ., V' " GREENFIELD AVENUE EXTENSION (Discussed) ARTH EXCUSE~ .4; .' /' //~ ORANGE . jfJ GROVE J;; r. PROPERTY VISITORS, V FROM J -'^ . JAPAN 19:7906 See the City Manager's communication to the Los Angeles County Public Administrator concerning the desire of the City to purchase the property in question for use as a public park. 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 ENDORSING A RESOLUTION OF THE METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING BOARD REQUESTING THE STATE DIVISION OF HIGHWAYS TO IMPROVE PROCEDURES FOR DISTRIBUTION OF TOPICS FUNDS." It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Butterworth that the full reading of Resolution No. 4213 be waived and that same be ADOPTED on roll call vote as follows: I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms None None In an endeavor to obtain Council reaction, the acting Planning Director imparted some of the problems to be encountered should Greenfield Avenue be extended through to Longden Avenue or otherwise altered. He noted that Greenfield Avenue is now a cul de sac 1800' long. It was the consensus that the matter should first be reviewed by the Planning Commission. On MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously Councilman Arth was excused from the regular meeting of September 21. It was noted that Councilman Arth will be out of the country exploring the possibility of the establishment of a sister city relationship between this city and a city in Portugal or Spain. The Sister City Commission of Arcadia has expressed an interest therefor, subject to the approval of this Council, and it would be in the best interests of this City and its citizens that Councilman Arth proceed to discuss the matter with the appropriate government officials of Portugal and Spain, and to observe the cities and their officials. Compensation paid councilmen is, and should be used for such purposes and expenses in connection with this trip shall be funded by Councilman Arth from such city compensation. It was the expressed desire of Council that it accommodate this purpose and the following minute resolution was adopted on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. BE IT RESOLVED that Councilman C. Robert Arth be authorized and directed to proceed to the Republics of Spain and Portugal to visit cities and to meet with the officials of such cities for the purpose of determining the advisability of Arcadia entering into an official sister-city relationship with any of said cities and to report his findings promptly to this Council upon his return. I Councilman Arth submitted that perhaps more thought and study should be given to the improvement of the Orange Grove Water property before any more expenditure is made. Council was advised of a reception in honor of a delegation of visiting businessmen from Japan to be held September 15 from 5 to 7 p.m., at the Chamber of Commerce Building. The visitors will tour the Chicago. Park area during the day. They are interested in land development for industrial purposes. 9-7-71 - 8 - EXECUTIVE SESSION RECONVENED and ADJOURNMENT I I ~ 19:7907 At 9:35 p.m., Council entered an executive session on personnel matters. At 10 p.m., Council reconvened and adjourned immediately thereafter to 7:30 p.m. September 16 for continuation of the review of the General Plan. ATTEST: a~~0>>~~ City Clerk 9-7-71 - 9 -