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APPROVAL
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map APPROVED)
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MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 2, 1971
The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California met in regular
session on Tuesday, November 2, 1971 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council
Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall.
Rev. Ted Cummins, Arcadia Friends Church
Councilman Edward L. Butterworth
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
The Minutes of the regular meeting of October 19, 1971 were APPROVED
on MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and
carried unanimously. Councilman Butterworth abstained from voting
as he was on an excused absence from said meeting.
Application of Floyd Matthews, dba Matthews Oldsmobile Company, for
a Council Permit to allow the operation of a used car sales lot at
421 E. Huntington Drive. This location has previously been licensed
for said business and this is basically a change of business
ownership. Mayoc Helms declared the hearing open. No one desiring
to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Arth,
seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. It was
then MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Hage
and carried unanimously that a Council Permit be so issued.
The Planning Commission at its regular meeting of October 26
recommended approval of the tentative map of Tract No. 25139 (214-218
,Temple City Boulevard). This development is to be a condominium with
16 units. Surrounding improvements were explored - consisting of
single family dwellings and apartments in all directions, a church
and accessory buildings close by. It was noted that the development
is consistent with the proposed General Plan and is in conformance
with existing R~3 zoning regulations. It was MOVED~ Councilman
Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried uQanimously that the
recommendation be ACCEPTED and that the tentative map of Tract
No. 25139 be APPROVED subject to all applicable conditions and those
listed in the staff report dated October 26, 1971.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 750 granting a conditional use
permit to the Standard Oil Company for the use of property at 2632-
2640 S. Santa Anita Avenue as a service station subject to all
applicable regulations of the Code and additional conditions set
forth in the resolution. The original application was filed by the
Mobil Oil Corporation, but the owner subsequently requested that
Standard Oil Company be substituted. The latter company filed plans
which are substantially similar to those previously approved for the
Mobil Oil Company. The Planning Director explained that after the
Commission had approved signs it came to its attention that the signs
to be located under the canopies between the vertical supports were
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MOTION
CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT
RATIFIED
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MOTION
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to be interior lighted signs; that had the Commission been aware of
this it would not have approved this particular sign. Council was
requested to give this problem consideration and perhaps modify the
resolution.
R. J. Silbaugh, representing the applicant, exhibited a rendering of
a station in another city which indicated the proposed lighting. He
explained that the lighting is primarily for the convenience of the
customers so they will be able to read the pump meters; that it is
strictly for the flourescent illumination of the pump area; that the
only signing which would appear on the sign is a small "Chevron" emblem
and would be attached to poles over the pumps. He stated further in
part that floodlighting as a means of illuminating stations is almost
eliminated; that the new concept is now mostly underneath the canopy
with low lighting fixtures - perhaps 3' high at the entrances, at the
landscaping islands and the driveway cuts. In answer to an inquiry
Mr. Silbaugh responded that he would be willing to accept a condition
in the permit that if the interior lighting sign were allowed that it
would never be used as an advertising medium in any way other than
for the "Chevron" emblem. The glare from the lighting toward traffic
was also a matter of concern to Council.
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Based on the above it was MOVED by Councilman Hage that the conditional
use permit granted by Resolution No. 750 be RATIFIED, subject to all
conditions therein; and that the signs be APPROVED with the stipulation
that no advertising of any nature will appear on the light boards over
the front except the station emblem and that this condition be made
part of the present or any future lease of the building; that.the
intensity of lighting toward traffic be at the direction of the Director
of Public Works. Motion seconded by Councilman Considine and carried
unanimously with the exception of Councilman Arth who abstained from
voting due to his business affiliation.
Planning Commission Resolution No. 753 granting a conditional use permit
to Standard Oil Company for the use of property at 102 E. Huntington
Drive as a service station subject to all applicable code requirements
as well as those listed in the resolution. The property is currently
improved with a service station which the applicant intends to replace
with new facilities. The signs would be similar to those proposed for
the aforementioned station at 2632-2640 S. Santa Anita Avenue, however,
with a condition that they comply with the code. The signs under the
canopies between the vertical supports would be considered free
standing signs and therefore not permitted in this case.
Dicussion ensued with Mr. Silbaugh of Standard'Oil Company partici-
pating and explaining that the same method of interior lighting would
be used at this station. It was the consensus of Council that the
same conditions should be applicable including the provision for the
glare from the lighting toward traffic.
Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Considine that the conditional
use permit granted in Resolution No. 753 be RATIFIED subject to all
stipulated conditions; that the signs be allowed with the condition
that advertising of any nature, other than the station emblem, will
not appear on the light boards over the front and that this condition
be made part of the present or any future lease of the building;
that the intensity of lighting toward traffic be at the direction of
the Director of Public Works. Motion seconded by Councilman Hage and
carried unanimously with the exception of Councilman Arth who abstained
from voting due to his business affiliation.
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CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT
RATIFIED
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Planning Commission Resolution No. 754 granting a conditional use
permit to Henry Comstock for the use of property at 400 E. Huntington
Drive as a drive-in eating establishment, subject to all applicrole
regulations in addition to thooe specified in said resolution. It
was noted there will not be any inside seating, however, there will
be some outside. There is current ly a 'vacant used car lot and
building on the premises. The proposed business is a permitted use
in the existing C-2 & D zoning. Surrounding improvements were
explored and the resolution indicated that the use will not be
detrimental to public he~lth or welfare, or injurious to the property
or improvements in the vicinity. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman
Hage, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously that
the action of the Planning Commission be and it is hereby RATIFIED.
IAUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
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CONSTRUCTION
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William Zietzius, 340 W. LeRoy Avenue, attorney for the Arcadia
Fireman's Relief Association, was advised that a report has been
submitted to Council in response to his communication regarding
salaries and that the City Attorney will supply him with a copy.
The City Manager and Director of Public Works reported on the following
bids received for the construction of sidewalks and reconstruction of
non-conforming driveway aprons on various streets and made recommen-
dation for the award of contract therefor:
Griffith Co.
Louis S. Lopez
Sully-Miller Construction Co.
O. K. Industries
Crowell & Larson
Gaitan-Imperiel
Wilbur A.' Harrison
$ 87,686.50
91,015.85
91,577 .28
95,145.10
99,219.80
122,069.40
147,684.45
Councilman Arth referred to the construction of sidewalks on both
the north and south sides of Balboa between Cortez and Columbia in
the Santa Anita Village and submitted that'he has looked at the area
several times and feels there is some merit in not having the side-
walk continue on the north side of the subject block; that it appears
to be a lightly traveled street. He asked Council to consider the
deletion of that one block.
Discussion ensued and the Director of Public Works explained that
it was so planned in an endeavor to lead residents farther east to
. Cortez and cross from there, as, due to the curvature of the street,
and the grade, the intersection of Columbia and Balboa is not the
safest place to cross; that actually the recommendation to place
the sidewalks on the north side was simply to serve Columbia Road.
During the ensuing discussion it was the consensus of Council that
the staff explanation and recommendation has merit and the sidewalks
would be a desirabl'e extension. It was then MOVED by Councilman
Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote
as follows that the contract be awarded to Griffith Company in the
amount of $87,686.50, that all other bids be rejected; that any
irregularities or informalities 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. Further, that
$93,000 be appropriated from the Capital Improvement Account which
would cover the contract, engineering and incidental costs.
AYES:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Helms
(Councilman Arth voted in favor of the award of contract
with the understanding that he disagreed with a segment
thereof. )
None
None
NOES:
ABSENT:
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TRAFFIC
BALDWIN/
HUNTINGTON
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SCHEDULED
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The City Manager and Director of Public Works submitted traffic counts
and drawings indicating the location and limits of transitions and
storage pockets as well as the restricted curb parking limits at the
inters~ction of Baldwin Avenue and Huntington Drive. Channelization
was recommended which would improve traffic conditions. It was noted
that vehicle detection facilities would be required in the new lanes
and could be done by Los Angeles County Signal Maintenance forces at
about $1000 and the funds could be appropriated from funds for street
work now in progress. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Considine,
seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows
that the work proceed at this time in order to complete the project
prior to the beginning of the race season; that funds be transferred
from Job No. 369, Improvement of Various City Streets, to Baldwin-
Huntington signal modification fund.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
Council received petition of residents on Callita Street for street
lights under the Street Lighting Act of 1919 under which the residents
are assessed 50 percent of the cost of the initial installation as
well as 50 percent of the annual maintenance cost. It was noted that
the City's share would be $840 initially and $123 annumly for upkeep
Each owner's share would be $40 for installation and about $10
annually for lighting district charges. A public hearing was scheduled
foi: December 7.
Consideration of the recommendation for the employment of a consultant
for the development of neighborhood parks was continued by Council
until this meeting. Staff was instructed to obtain more uniform
proposals from the four consultants. The parks would be located as
fo11ow$ :
Santa Anita Elementary School
Highland Oaks Elementary School
O~ange Grove Water Department Reservoir site
.6 acre
.9 acre
1. 5 acres
The revised proposals are as follows:
Courtland Paul/Arthur Beggs & Associates
Eckbo, Dean, Austin & Williams
Smith & Williams
Allen M, Chipp & Associates
$ 8,600
12,600.
6,000
27,300
The City Manager explained that the recommendation of Smith &
Williams sets forth the three site development oriented toward
environmental education and appears to be a different approach to
park design which should not be construed to mean that the total
land a~eas would be developed for that purpose. It was noted there 1
is a possibility of obtaining grants to assist in the development
of parks which are educationally beneficial in an environmental
sense.
Prior to hearing from those in the audience who desired to speak
to this matter Mayor Helms observed in part that Council is not
taking any action to adopt or not to adopt a specific park site at
this time. It is only considering the selection of an architect to
recommend on the feasibility of such developments.
James H. Hickey, 40 W. Orange Grove Avenue, expressed objections to
the use of the reservoir site for a public park and noted his
communication in this regard.
Mrs. Marie Brown, 49 W. Orange Grove Avenue, also objected to the
use of the reservoir site for the intended purpose and noted the
possibility of vandalism, and felt it would be an invasion of privacy.
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Mrs. James Lee, 965 Fallen Leaf Road, urged Council to consider
developing the two parks, proposed for the school sites, into
nature study areas which would involve the children in learning
more about man and his relationship with his environment.
It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine
and carried on roll call vote as follows that staff be AUTHORIZED
to proceed in the development of a formal Consultant's Agreement
and retain the firm of Smith & Williams to develop the schematic
studies for the three sites, as well as design plans, specifications
and supervision.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
BUILDING At the October 19 Council meeting Robert Kortje cited problems he
PROBLEMS had encountered with the City when endeavoring to improve his
V? ? property at 612 N. First Avenue. Council had requested a staff
r r /!01'V report in this regard. The Planning Director and Building
~_.I ~~~JSuperintendent submitted findings and, reference was made therein,
~' (/ to various sections of the Arcadia Municipal Code which prohibited
certain elements of the improvements Mr. Kortje desired to make.
It was tne consensus of Council that it would be worthwhile for
the Planning Director to make a preliminary study of the sections
in an effort to determine the desirability of maintaining or modi-
fying the code. This report will be prepared for t~e next regular
meeting. It was noted that prior to any action the' matter would
be referred to the Planning' Commission for ~ts recommendation.
STREET
CLOSING
(Volante
Drive)
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REPLACEMENT
AUTHORIZED
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Council deferred until this meeting action on the request of property
owners on Volante Drive for closure of the street from Altura to
Michillinda. Staff report was requested for this meeting. The City
Manager and Director of Public Works submitted a plan which would
create a cul-de-sac at Michillinda and would cost about $3500 and
could be pro-rated among the property owners at a cost of about $250
to $300 each. Council was in accord that any cost incurred should
be borne by the property owners, however, concern was expressed that
this closure might be the forerunner of further requests from
property owners on similar streets which flow into Michillinda.
During the discussion R. J. Follmer,' 1146 Volante Drive, stated in
part that he would personally guarantee the full payment; that all
of the residents are in favor of the move as it is a hazard for the
young children especially during the race season. His gesture was
appreciated by Council.
It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
and carried unanimously that Volante Drive be closed on a temporary
basis; that staff conduct a traffic survey to determine if there
would be any adverse effects from such closing and the findings
submitted to Council.
Xhe City Manager and Director of Public Works advised that the
improvement of Michillinda Avenue between Sunset and Colorado
Boulevards resulted in the loss of existing immature street trees
and recommended replacement. They also advised that the development
of the underpass and northerly extension of Baldwin Avenue resulted
in the need for landscaping of the median islands and recommended
the planting. It was noted that the Arboretum will assist in ground
covering and some trees for Baldwin Avenue between the freeway and
Foothill Boulevard.
Councilman Arth MOVED that the program proceed pursuant to staff
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CHRISTMAS
TREE STORAGE
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report dated October 29 and that the following amounts be appropriated
from the Capital Improvement Project Account for indicated areas:
Michillinda Avenue
Baldwin Avenue
38 trees
56 trees
$ 775.
400.
$1175.
Motion seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote
as, fQllows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
On recommendation of staff it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth,
seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously that the request
of Better Gardens for permission to erect a tent for housing Christmas
trees during the month of December be APPROVED. The tent will be at
the northeast corner of Huntington Drive and Old Ranch Road. Con-
ditions of approval were stipulated in a report dated October 27, 1971.
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LIBRARY The request of the Library Board for authorization to employ con-
(Book sultants to evaluate the adult and children's collection of books was
collection APPROVED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman
evaluation) Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows; It was noted that two
II- &"q',,;;' , '>, "consultants would be employed at a cost of $100 each per day. An
l {I amount of $1000 is said to be sufficient.
WATER
RIGHTS
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ADVERTISING
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Commerce)
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ORDINANCE
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ADOPTED
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Helms
None
None
Due to the sudden demise of John Surr who has been the water attorney
in the adjudication suit concerning the San Gabriel Valley, it was
recommended that Donald D. Stark be retained to assist the City in
this matter. No increase in the budget would be necessary for this
substitute employment. It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by
Councilman Hage and carried unanimously that Mr. Stark (Clayson,
Stark, Rothrock & Mann) be so retained.
Continuing the discussion on Chamber of Commerce proposed new-type of
advertising on posters to be placed on light standards at various
business locations, Dave Paradis, Vice President of the Chamber of
Commerce, displayed the type of poster proposed which would eliminate
banner advertising for city-wide festivals and promotional events.
Following discussion on the size (28" x 44"), the cost of about $50
per unit, the locations, and the requirements of the sign ordinance,
it was the consensus of Council that an evaluation be first conducted.
It was then MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine
and carried unanimously that the project be APPROVED on a conditional
basis only; that eight signs be placed in two business districts for
the evaluation. The City Attorney will draft the appropriate reso-
lution setting forth conditions.
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The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1441, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA -AMENDING SECTION 4301 OF THE
ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SALE AT AUCTION OF UNCLAIMED
PROPERTY HELD BY THE POLICE DEPARTMENT."
It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and
carried on roll call vote as follows, that the reading of the
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4222_______
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RESOLUTION
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PROCEDURAL
ORDINANCE
WAIVED
SALE OF ,
CITY OWNED
LAND
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full body of Ordinance No. 1441 be WAIVED and that the same be
ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. 1442, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA RECLASSIFYING THE ZONING OF
PROPERTY AT 2632 SOUTH SANTA ANITA AVENUE FROM PR-3 TO C-l."
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. 1442 be WAIVED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
Councilman Considine then MOVED that Ordinance No. 1442 be ADOPTED.
Motion seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
Councilman Arth, due to his business affiliation
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The City Attorney presented, explained the content 'and read the title
of Resolution No. 4222, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 3731 RELATING TO SIGN
REGULATIONS IN THE GOLDEN WEST SHOPPING CENTER AT DUARTE ROAD AND
GOLDEN WEST AVENUE."
It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the full reading of
the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4223, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA EXPRESSING ITS OPPOSITION TO COMMERCIAL USE
OF' PROPERTY IN THE HIGHLANDS OF SANTA ANITA AVENUE NORTH OF FOOTHILL
BOULEVARD."
It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the full reading of the
resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
In order to consider the following matter the provisions of the
Procedural Ordinance ,were waived on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth,
seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously.
Councilman Considine advised that the Land Committee had reviewed and
recommended the sale of city owned land at the southeast corner of
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Santa Anita and El Dorado to the Euclid Land and Construction Company,
Inc., for $58,000 out of which a $3000 commission will be paid to the
broker. Whereupon he MOVED that the sale be APPROVED and that an
escrow be opened theref04 Motion seconded by Councilman Arth and
carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Hage, Helms
None
None
Mayor Helms and Co~ncilman Considine placed in nomination the name of
David W. Small, 138 W. Palm Drive, as the appointment to the Recreation
Commission to fill the vacancy created by the expiration of the term 1
of Mrs. Ernest Fuerst. Council unanimously ratified the appointment.
This term is for four years and will expire in 1975.
At 9:-25 p.m., the meeting was ADJOURNED to THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11 at
/7 :30 'p..m. to continue deliberations on the proposed General Plan.
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