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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMARCH 7,1972 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK 1 INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL HEARING (Weed abatement to proceed) J;/~';)..llt 1 HEARING UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT 1;5 E-I:J..(P~ RESOLUTION NO. 4247 ADOPTED 0 9-: I),ho 19:8020 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING MARCH 7, 1972 The City Council of the City of Arcadia, met in regular session on Tuesday, March 7, 1972 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the Arcadia City Hall. Rev. Kenneth Hansen, Lutheran Church of the Cross Mayor James R. Helms, Jr. PRESENT: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Helms None Time and place scheduled to hear any objections to the proposed removal of weeds, rubbish, etc., from all properties so designated in a Declaration List submitted by the County Forester and Fire Warden, Weed Abatement Department. The City Clerk explained that all communications received to date concerning weed removal had been directed to the proper department. Mayor Helms declared the hearing open and the following persons spoke to the matter. Arthur LaBelle ,Foothill Boulevard Richard Verkouteren, 881 W. Foothill Boulevard Frank Marchese, 343 W. Colorado Boulevard T. W. Tobin, 1144 W. Duarte Road After speaking to their particular concern each property owner met with the County representative who was present and recorded each protest or problem and will endeavor to resolve same. The results of his findings will be submitted to Council. Councilman Butterworth MOVED to close the hearing. Councilman Hage seconded the motion which was carried unanimously. Councilman Butterworth further MOVED that the City Council declares that all property owners have been duly notified of this public hearing which has been held for the purpose of hearing objections to the proposed abatement program; that said objections have been received and recorded; that the County Forester and Fire Warden is hereby directed to proceed with the removal of weeds, rubbish, etc., from all prop- erties so designated in the Declaration List dated February 9, 1972. Councilman Considine seconded the motion which was carried unani- mously Time and place scheduled for consideration of the establishment of an underground utility district in the area bounded by Huntington Drive, First Avenue, Wheeler Avenue and the southbound roadway of Santa Anita Avenue. Mayor Helms declared the hearing open and no one desiring to speak to the matter the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously. The City Attorney then presented, explained the content and read the title of RESOLUTION NO. 4247, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTABLISHING UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO.5. 3-7-72 - 1 - HEARING (Sign Denied) p:~ HEARING (Amendment to Zoning - auxil iary signs) APPROVED ?'.~~ 19:8021 It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Hage 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, Co~sidine, Rage, Helms None None It was noted therein that November 1, 1972 is the date fixed on which affected property owners must be ready to receive underground service and orders the removal of all poles, overhead wires and associated overhead structures and the underground installation of wires and facilities for supplying electricity, communication, or similar or associated service within Underground Utility District No.5 on or before January 1, 1973. 1 Appeal from the decision of the Planning Commission in its denial of a request for permission to erect two illuminated double faced lighter box signs at the Standard Oil Station, 801 W. Huntington Drive. This particular sign is not permitted under the code. Mayor Helms declared the hearing open and Carlton R. Rodeheaver, the appellant, circulated photographs of the proposed sign and stated in part that a sign which was considerably larger than the proposed one has been removed and it is his desire to erect the new one, which is an identification in itself and has been used at most of the stations indicating the products "Chevron" sells. It is primarily for lighting the island to facilitate operations there, such as looking under the hood of a car, making change, etc. It also would afford some security for the workers as the subject corner is not too well lighted. In response to a question he stated in part that the station was about 100' from the residential area and backs up to R-2 development. Ways of reducing the glare were discussed, as this was the primary concern of Council. No one else desiring to be heard thehearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. Some discussion on continuing the matter, but Councilman Butterworth observed that in view of the 6-0 vote for denial by the Planning Commission he would not be inclined to reverse that decision and MOVED to sustain the Planning Commission decision and deny the appeal. Motion seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: ABSENT: Councilmen Butterworth, Considine, Rage, Helms None Councilman Arth, due to his business affiliation. None Although similar signs have not been installed as yet on two existing stations Council requested a report from the Commission as to what effect this decision would have on those stations - although they are in commercial areas, 1 The Planning Commission recently adopted Resolution No. 765 recommending a change in the auxiliary sign regulations making time and temperature signs and similar public service signs, the design, location and size, subject to the approval of the Planning Department. Mayor Helms declared the Hearing open and no one desiring to be heard the Hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously. It was 3-7-72 - 2 - HEARING (Conditional Use Permit) Asder 1 DENIED WITHOUT PREJUDICE I?: CUp BUTTERWORTH EXCUSED HEARING Surplus City Property Sale APPROVED 4-: /U7 I' HEARINGS SCHEDULED #.: ,',I 19:8022 then MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously that the City Attorney be and he is hereby , instructed to prepare the amending ordinance for Council consideration. The Planning Commission recommended by its Resolution No. 762 the granting subject to conditions of a conditional use permitJ to allow the construction of a 10 unit Planned Unit Development at 310 W. Foothill Boulevard. Mayor Helms declared the Hearing open and the applicant, John K. Asder, owner and resident of the subject location, spoke at length reciting his many endeavors to improve his property and th'e inability thus far to secure a contractor. His financial outlay was also injected into his presentation. No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried unanimously. Councilman Butterworth stated in part that in his opinion the applicant has in good faith endeavored to resolve the many problems; that there was new evidence which the Planning Commission had not been in a position to receive and suggested a decision for denial without prejudice. Council concurred. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows that the conditional use application be DENIED WITHOUT PREJUDICE; that the applicant may refile within one year,without fee, AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Butterworth, C?llsidine, Rage; Helms None None On MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously Councilman Butterworth was excused at 8:20 p.m. Time and place scheduled for hearing any objections to the sale of city owned surplus property legally described as Lot 4, Block 77 Arcadia Santa Anita Tract to Robert L. and Phyllis S. Walker. Mayor Helms declared the Hearing open and no one desiring to speak to the matter the Hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried unanimously. It was then MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Arth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the sale of said city property be APPROVED at a total price of $18,500 on terms set forth in the Offer to Purchase. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth 1, Planning Commission Resolution No. 766 relative to zoning on First Avenue between Foothill Boulevard and the Freeway, including three irregular parcels on Colorado Boulevard east of the freeway. APRIL 4, 1972. 2. Planning Commission Resolution No. 767 granting a conditional use permit for a preschool and kindergarten at 917 W. Duarte Road. (Appeal received.) APRIL 18, 1972. 3. Planning Commission Resolution No. 770 recommending an amendment to the zoning ordinance relative to single - family dwellings in the R-3 zone. MARCH 21, 1972. 3-7-72 - 3 - p~ CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (Restaurant) RATIFIED 19:8023 Council received Planning Commission Resolution No. 769 granting a conditional use permit for a restaurant at 211 E. Live Oak Avenue. The Planning Director explained that the subject property is devel- oped with a vacant restaurant and related parking facilities and is zoned C-1. Conditions of approval by the Commission were explored. It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried unanimously that the action of the Commission be and it is hereby RATIFIED. AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION ~ ELECTION RESULTS - CERTIFICATION RESOLUTION NO. 4245 ADOPTED 1/ d-(, + GENERAL PLAN ADOPTED .:j-/I go Louis Butler, operator of a pottery business in the rear of 148 East Huntington Drive, advised that he has been informed that due to zoning re g u lati ons he cannot continue to operate his business at said address; that he has been endeavoring to locate another building and may be successful in a few months. Mr. Butler was informed that the City Council is sympathetic to his position and a vacating date of June 30, 1972 was submitted. Mr. Butler replied that he will make every effort to be relocated by that time, 1 The City Clerk submitted the certified results of the election held February 29 , 1972. This tabulation was conducted pursuant to Resolution No. 4238 which authorized the canvass by the City Clerk. The City Attorney then presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4245, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE SPECIAL ELECTION HELD IN SAID CITY ON THE 29TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 1972, DECLARING THE RESULT THEREOF AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS ARE PROVIDED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA." 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, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth Consideration of the General Plan. The Planning Commission submitted its report dated March 7, 1972, The Planning Commission submitted its report on the General Plan and Council had completed its final study with the following changes: Page 27 - Under the caption "SANTA ANITA TURF CLUB" the second paragraph was changed to read "At present it is developed with approximately 65 acres at the Huntington Drive and Baldwin Avenue intersection with plans for development of a regional shopping complex. 11 1 Page 3D - Goal 3 to read ..... llthe orderly transition of older homes in areas designated for higher intensity of use." Page 57 - Under Camino Grove School the words (2,33 acres is developed), Available facilities to be inserted. Page 59 - Under Mini Parks - the paragraph to read '. "The City policy of acquiring small park areas throughout the community" Page 78 - Under Administration - Section 807 of the City Charter to be included in full - replacing the present first paragraph. 3-7 -72 - 4 - RESOLUTION NO. 4250 GENERAL PLAN ADOPTION 1 :j-; II 80 1-; CAPITAL PROGRAM (HEARING SCHEDULED) 3; REFUND AUTHORIZED (Gockley) (?;fH I Financial assistance AUTHORIZED CHICAGO PARK a-lo1f-It/ltr RESOLUTION NO. 4242 ADOPTED , 19: G024 Page 78 - Second paragraph should include the word "Planning" before "Commission", Page 81 - Delete the sentence Planning Act, etc." Charter relating to a five year capital beginning with IICalifornia State Insert Section 1203a of the City the preparation and submission of program to the Council. The City Attorney then presented, explained the contant and read the title of Resolution No. 4250 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ADOPTING A GENERAL PLAN FOR THE CITY OF ARCADIA." It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows that the full reading of the resolntion be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Rage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth Mayor Helms stated in part that the adoption of the General Plan is historic and referred to the requirement for such a Plan in the City Charter. He noted its development has taken well over two years and was accomplished through many public hearings, staff studies, consultants in the field and the involved departments. He expressed pride in the final adoption of a guide to the future for the City and one which may be changed as the need presents itself and may be improved with evidence of that need. March 21, 1972 was set as the date for the public hearing on the proposed Capital Projects Program. Copies for public inspection are on file in the office of the City Clerk. On MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows the amount of $30,94 was AUTHORIZED for refund to Walter E. Gockley, former owner of Gockley's Stationery Store. This is the unused portion of his 1972 business license fee. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth On MOTION by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows the sum of $1200 was allowed for financial assistance to the operation of the organization, PATH. Funds are in the Council Contingency Account. This is in response to a request from said organization (dated March 1, 1972), AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth Council .received and adopted the resolution prescribing steps necessary in the improvement and acquisition of property in the development of Chicago Park. The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4242, entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, PRESCRIBING STEPS NECESSARY FOR CONDUCT OF A PUBLIC HEARING AND NOTICE THEREOF ON THE PUBLIC 3-7-72 - 5 - (Lampman and Associates) 1- /0"1 t.{- It-ftlt M D S VDeferred CONTRACT AWARD (CITY LAND DEMOLITION) f: I$'3 FREEWAY NOISE STUDY ::t~71 PROPERTY ACQUISITION (First Avelllle Improvement) AUTHORIZED .::J I d-~ 19:8025 CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY WHERE SPECIAL ASSESSMENT PROCEEDINGS ARE PROPOSED TO BE TAKEN WITHOUT COMPLIANCE WITH THE "SPECIAL ASSESSMENT INVESTIGATION, LIMITATION AND MAJORITY PROTEST ACT OF 1931"." It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, 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, Considine, Rage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth Because of a reduction in some of the work required of the Engineering Consultant the fee has been renegotiated and the agreement was approved for modification on MOTION by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows: 1 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth An agenda item concerning support of MDS and Manhattan Beach accep- tance of traffic safety grant was DEFERRED. The City Manager advised that the following bids had been received for the demolition of city owned property at the southeast corner of Camino Real and Second Avenue and made recommendation for the award of contract to the low bidder: Green Bros., Inc. F. Girard Cushing & Sons Roger Roy $2,300 3,450 3,500 It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that the contract be awarded to Green Bros., in the amount of $2,300; that all other bids be rejected; that any informalities or irregularities in the bids or bidding process be waived aod that the Mayor and City Clerk be AUTHORIZED to execute the contract in form approved by the City Attorney: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilman Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth Council expressed concern about the progress being reported in the efforts to reduce noise emanating from the freeway and authorized a communication to be directed to Frank Walton, Secretary to the State Business and Transportation Agency, requesting that the city staff participate in the study and analyses. 1 The City Manager and Director of Public Works reported on the need to acquire property necessary in the widening of First Avenue from the railroad to Colorado Boulevard, namely, 219, 221, 223 and 225 N. First Avenue and advised that in the opinion of the appraiser, the City Attorney and staff, a price of $32,500 would be fair for the total property. On MOTION by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows that the City Council hereby approves and authorizes the Director of Public Works and the City Attorney to proceed with the purchase of said 3-7-72 - 6 - 1 ~fU PARK NEEDS j)RDINANCE 'NO. 1447 INTRODUCED ~OLUTION -NO. 4243 ADOPTED 1 / RESOLUTION NO. 4244 ADOPTED 19:8026 property at a price not to exceed $32,500, contingent on title by transfer to the City free of all existing leases. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth It was noted that in order to purchase the total property it will be ~ecessary to supple~ent project funding from unappropriated Gas Tax Funds inasmuch as the above solution was'unforeseen at the time the ~roject was funded. ' Council concurred in Mayor Helms' suggestion that s~aff prepare a detailed report'on properties available for mini parks, particularly in the Santa Anita Gardens area where parks are needed for the many children residing there. The City Attorney presented for the first time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1447, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING SECTION 3214;1' OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE PROVISIONS AGAINST EARLY MORNING PARKING." It was MOVED by Councilman Hage, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of Ordinance No. 1447 be WAIVED and tha~ the same be INTRODUCED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution ~o. 4243, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A QUITCLAIM TO RELEASE THE CITY'S INTEREST IN CERTAIN PROPERTY RESULTING FROM AN OFFER TO DEDICATE AN ALLEY." It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, seconded by Councilman Hage and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4244, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE. ,CITY, OF 'ARCADIA RATIFYING THE EXECUTION OF A QUITCLAIM TO RELEASE THE CITY'S INTEREST IN CERTAIN PROPERTY RESULTING FROM A RECORDED COVENANT." It was MOVED by Councilman Arth, seconded by Councilman Considine and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full body of the resolution be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth 3-7 -72 - 7 - RESOLUTION NO. 4246 ADOPTED .j / J-~ 3 RESOLUTION NO. 4248 ~PTED LIIlRARY ~lDS ~POINTMENT M D S ADJOURNED TO DATE CERTAIN s-r-(I,D~ ~~;otV 19:8027 The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No, 4246, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING AND CALLING FOR A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON THE llTIl DAY OF APRIL 1972 DESIGNATING THE OFFICES TO BE FILLED AT SAID ELECTION; PROVIDING FOR THE POLLING PLACES FOR SAID ELECTION; AND APPOINTING THE ELECTION OFFICES FOR SUCH ELECTION AND FIXING THEIR COMPEN- SATION." 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: I Councilmen Arth, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4248, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA DESIGNATING THE INTERSECTION OF SANTA CRUZ ROAD AND COLORADO BOULEVARD AND THE INTERSECTION OF VOLANTE DRIVE AND MONTE VISTA ROAD AS STOP INTERSECTIONS AND DIRECTING THE PLACING AND MAINTAINING OF STOP SIGNS THEREAT." It was MOVED by Councilman Considine, 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 Artil, Considine, Hage, Helms None Councilman Butterworth Councilman Considine brought lip the need of funds by the Library and asked if some arrangement could be made wherellY the income from the Art and Lecture Room could be returned to the Library fund, The City Manager advised that an additional appropriation could be made equal to the amount the Library Account would be short. This to be accomplished by the next meeting. Mayor Helms appointed Councilman Rage as a co-representative with Counci.lman Considine to the Municipal Data System Service. At 9:30 p,m, the meeting ADJOURNED TO THURSDAY MARCH 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Conference Room. ATTEST: 1 f!/l;~ a/k City Clerk 3- 7 - 72 o - u -