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INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTE
APPROVAL
PRESENTATION
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1972-73)
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M I NUT E S
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
REGULAR MEETING
JUNE 20, 1972
The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California, met in regular
session on Tuesday, J~ne 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the
Arcadia City Hall.
Dr. Jerry G. Elliott, Village Presbyterian Church
Mayor Pro Tempore C. Robert Arth
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
Mayor Hage
On MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms and
carried unanimously the minutes of the regular meeting of June 6 were
APPROVED.
Mrs. Charles Beatty, Chairman uf the Arcadia Beautiful Cummission,
stated in part that each year the Los Angeles Beautiful Commission
accepts nominations for awards in its annual contest. This year
Arcadia was nominated and won the Nursery Growers Association of
California trophy for the most outstanding consistent quality in the
use of plant material in the medium strips, green belt and other open
spaces such as parks, parkways and street tree planting. Also
mentioned was the City's legislative program for zoning regulations
requiring beautification of commercial and industrial areas and the
property maintenance now being considered by Council. Council
accepted the trophy with appreciation.
The City Manager advised that only one Joint Memorandum of Agreement
had been signed and that with the Arcadia Firefighters' Association.
A Resolution to that effect is included in the agenda for this evening.
Councilman Butterworth stated in part that in his judgment these
Agreements should be submitted to Council before they are executed;
that they should be entered into very carefully and in order for the
interests of the taxpayers and the employees to be protected he
suggested that this become a matter of policy. He then MOVED that
henceforth the City Manager and all City officials be directed to
present any Memorandum of Agreement between employee organizations or
any third party whom-so-ever to the City Council prior to the execution
of such agreement by an agent or representative of the City.
Councilman Scott seconded the motion.
Discussion ensued and due to the expressed desire on the part of some
of the Council members for more time to study policy procedures, it
was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Scott and
carried unanimously that the primary motion made by Councilman
Butterworth and seconded by Councilman Scott be TABLED until the next
regular meeting of JULY 5.
The Planning Director explained that inasmuch as the division of two
lots into three at the northwest corner of Baldwin Avenue and Val
Street will be substandard in terms of area Council approval is
required. He noted the Planning Commission recommended approval
subject to the applicant receiving from the City an 8' strip of right-
of-way land on Baldwin Avenue near the intersection of Val Street. The
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PROCEDURAL
ORDINANCE
WAIVED
;RESOLUTION
, NO. 4268
ADOPTED
flONDITIONAL
/USE PERMIT
(Hearing
Scheduled)
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Robinson Bros. made the application on behalf of the owners. Whereupon
it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms
and carried unanimously that the recommendation of the Commission be
SUSTAINED and that Council APPROVE the lot split pursuant to the
specified requirement.
In order to consider the following item the prov>s>ons of the Procedural
Ordinance were WAIVED on MOTION by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by
Councilman Scott and carried unanimously.
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4268, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO VACATE A PORTION OF
BALDWIN AVENUE NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF VAL STREET."
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It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
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 Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
Planning Commission Resolution No. 783 recommended approval of the
application of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Firth, owners and operators of the
Montessori School at l406 South Santa Anita,Avenue for a conditional
use permit to allow the construction of two additional classrooms and
an increase in the enrollment of pupils from the present 50 to a
maximum of 95 subject to all conditions specified therein. Projec-
turals were reviewed indicating surrounding improvements and the plot
plan for the proposed changes. Responding to questions the Planning
Director stated in part that the property could still be used as R-l
and converted into a residence at any time. It was also noted that
there have been no formal complaints about the operation of the school,
however, a few residents in the subject area have complained about the
traffic generated by the school.
Councilman Helms said he has noticed the traffic caused by pupils being
taken to and from the school and also expressed concern that the pro-
posed additions could restrict a possible future use of the premises
as R-l. He also felt the unlighted 4' square sign to be attached to
the building would create a commercial atmosphere and that in the
beginning the school was looked upon as an experiment and a small type
of project. He was not very much in sympathy with the proposed expan-
sion. NOTE: Later in the meeting the attorney for the applicants said
his clients would be willing to waive the sign if Council so desired.
He also asked if the pool could be filled at this time - that the
owners already have a contract and would like to go ahead regardless
of the decision as to its expansion. He was advised they could take
out the permit.
Councilman Butterworth also agreed that from a practical standpoint
the property could probably never be used again as R-l and recalled
objections when the conditional use permit was first granted. However,
it appeared that they have been good neighbors and noted the lack of
opposition when the application for expansion was before the Commission.
He would be inclined to accept the recommendation of both the Planning
Commission and the Planning Department with the understanding that it
is on a conditional use permit basis and the permit could be terminated
if the situation should so warrant.
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Councilman Scott stated in part that he has watched the development of
this private school operation for some time and has never noticed
anything that would make him feel it is anything but a well operated
school in a manner compatible with the surrounding area and noted that
it is immediately adjacent to a public school. He would support the
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HEARING FOR
JULY 5
CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT
RATIFIED
I f:G'IP
ZONING ('
ORDINANCE
AMENDMENT
CONDITIONAL USE
PERMIT FEE
HEARING .;
CONTINUED
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application if it were possible to delete Item 4 Page 28 of the subject
resolution concerning the sign.
Mayor Pro Tempore Arth submitted that it appears the matter should go
to a public hearing in order for the residents in the area and the
applicants to be heard. Whereupon a hearing was scheduled for JULY l8.
NOTE: This was later changed to JULY 5 on request of Fred Kennedy
representing the applicants.
The Planning Commission by its Resolution No. 784 granted a conditional
use permit subject .to.specified conditions to C?rl.and Elizabeth
Reinhardt to operate a brake repair shop at l5-2l Flower Street. It
was noted that the subject property is zoned M-l and contains an
industrial building. During the discussion Councilman Scott expressed
concern about whose responsibility it would be for seeing if conditions
of approval were being followed and referred specifically to the parking
of cars outdoors when all automotive work is to be done within the
enclosed building. Councilman Butterworth stated in part that all
conditional use permits are granted subject to conditions; that they
are mostly self-policing and if violations occur they are usually
brought to the attention of Council through citizen complaints or by
periodic inspections of the building inspectors. Councilman Butterworth
then MOVED to RATIFY the action of the Commission in its Resolution
No. 7~Motion seconded by Councilman Scott and carried unanimously.
Council scheduled a public hearing for JULY 5 on Planning Commission
recommendation that the zoning ordinance be amended to permit clubs,
fraternities and similar groups in any zone on a conditional use permit
basis - Resolution No. 785.
In order for the interested groups to have sufficient time to study
the proposed fee schedule and in response to the request of Ben Course
on behalf of the Realty Board, it was MOVED by Councilman 'Helms,
seconded by Councilman Scott and carried unanimously that the HEARING
be continued to JULY l8. HEARING REMAINS OPEN.
Council received the recommendations of the Recreation Commission
concerning the development of small parks - two on school property at
the Highland Oaks and Santa Anita Schools, and on City Water Department
property on Orange Grove Avenue. A recommendation was also submitted
for the retention of a park planner for the development of city owned
:3- /53 property at the southeast corner of Camino Real and Second Avenue.
~ n It was determined that a public hearing should be held in order to
~~~apprise the residents of what is being contemplated at the sites, and
1 ~~ also to provide an opportunity for Council to hear their viewpoints.
TENTATIVE DATE AUGUST l, 1972.
PROPOSED PARK
DEVELOPMENTS
(HEARING
SCHEDULED)
:j-/'J.6'J.. Council expressed a desire to review preliminary renderings on the
proposed parks for school property and on the City Water Department
~q ~~~ property, whereupon Roger Lieb projected sketches prepared with
~c ._~ ~ specific play equipment for the individual areas. It was noted by the
/~~v~ . City Manager that school personnel as well as the P.T.A. were in favor
of the parks on school property. Mr. Lieb submitted preliminary cost
figures for the projects which were above the City's budget estimates,
Council asked staff to provide figures which were previously projected
for these developments.
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During the interim the Recreation Commission will give the matter
further consideration and submit a more definitive recommendation to
Council along with a priority list and staff will obtain tentative
architect's fees and the like and submit alternatives to Council so
there may be a choice.
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AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Mrs. Edward Passmore, 50l Santa Cruz Rd., expressed concern that
trucks were using Colorado Boulevard and asked for some restricted
area signs. Staff will investigate. In response to a question from
Mrs. Passmore the City Attorney stated in part that the City does not
have an ordinance relating to side and rear yard maintenance respon-
sibility; that weeds and refuse on private property have come under
a State Law for many years, a copy of which will be sent to
Mrs. Passmore.
Mrs. Jerry Burnett, 2025 Vista Avenue, President of the Highland Oaks
P.T.A., spoke in favor of the park development proposed for that school.
Mrs. Lloyd Hopf, 275 W. Foothill Boulevard, spoke in favor of the
proposed parks and stated in part that she had permission from the
Rancho Santa Anita Home Owners' Association to speak on its behalf also.
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Mrs. Ruth Demeron, 3659 San Pasqual, Pasadena, speaking for the League
of Women Voters, expressed the hope that students should be oirected to
an understanding of the complete environmental cycle. She could
foresee help in this direction with the park proposed for the city
water site.
R. E. Baker, 224 E. Camino Real, spoke to the proposed park for Camino
Real and Second Avenue, stating in part that the residents in the
neighborhood do not want this park and referred to an opposing
petition filed in April. He asked for details about the type of park
contemplated. He was advised to attend the forthcoming meetings of the
Recreation Commission in order to be totally familiar with the project.
Walter Landor, l654 Rodeo Road, spoke to the proposed property main-
tenance Grdinance No. l452 stating in part that a number of the
residents were concerned about this legislation and asked that it be
held in abeyance for at least 90 days. This would provide an oppor-
tunity for the residents to become more informed. He noted specific
sections including procedure for appeal. He felt the appeal period
should be 90 days instead of the proposed 30 days. The responsibility
for enforcement was also questioned,.
D' STREET
r . CLOSURES
APPROVED
The requests of residents residing on Sandra Avenue and on Wistaria
Avenue (between Holly and El Monte) for permission to close the streets
on July 4 between 2 p.m., and II p.m., for a block party was considered.
The participants would pay a $25 fee to the city for assistance in
hauling barricades to and from the sites. It was MOVED by Councilman
Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms that the requests be APPROVED
subject to conditions set forth in the staff report dated June l6.
Speaking to the $25 fee Councilman Scott submitted that he felt this
should be performed by the city without the- fee, that it was a good
community activity, and he MOVED to waive the requirement of a fee.
MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
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The vote was then taken on the primary MOTION.
TOPICS
PROGRAM
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An authorizing resolution was adopted later in this meeting. (Res.
No. 4267) Council received a detailed estimate to be used as a basis
for an agreement for Federal-aid TOPICS Project T-304l (92) on Baldwin
Avenue at Fairview Avenue and Camino Real, and Las Tunas at Holly
Avenue. See staff report dated June l6.
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ADVERTISE
FOR BIDS
(Light ing),/'
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FUND
TRANSFERS
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CITY AMBULANCE
SERVICE
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On recommendation of staff it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded
by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously that the plans and
specification for intersection lighting (Job No. 393) be APPROVED and
that the City Clerk be and she is hereby AUTHORIZED to advertise for
bids to be returned JULY lO, 1972. It was noted that the Edison
Company will install the proposed 29 new lights providing the City
install open trench or conduit to the nearest power pole. Funds in
Capital Improvement Account.
On recommendation of staff it was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth,
seconded by Councilman Scott and carried on roll call vote as follows
that the transfer of funds as outlined in the report dated June l5
be APPROVED. Councilman Scott was informed as to this necessity and
procedure.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
Council received estimated costs and revenues if the Fire Department
were to provide ambulance service for the City (report dated June 16).
Discussion ensued on the additional compensation for the firemen who
() n.: would be assigned to ambulance duty, service charges, actual cost of
:;: r~the ambulance and the actual cost to the city for the operation of
1>r~ this proposed service. Staff will provide Council with a further
. ~ U report including the results of bids received for the ambulance. It
was then MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Scott and
carried unanimously that Council approve funding of a city operated
emergency ambulance service with further definitive answers to
questions raised by Council at this meeting to be provided.
CABLE TV
SUPPORT
.551/-1
FINANCIAL
AID (H.O.Y.)
APPROVED
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STREET ~ATION
(HEARING SET)
Council supported the request of the San Gabriel Valley Public Cable
Council for the adoption of an appropriate resolution giving official
recognition to the organization. Resolution No. 4262 adopted later
in this meeting.
Speaking on behalf of the organization called H.O.Y. (Help Our Youth)
Chairman Robert Ellison, stated in part that the request for
financial assistance in the amount of $2,l85 is an unmet cash need
for the pilot program of the organization formed to help young people
in the city who have emotional disturbances, drug-related problems,
medical needs and the like. After the pilot program period of three
months he said it would be possible to then know what the problems
are and if there is a need for this kind of assistance.
During the deliberations Council indicated its willingness to assist
on a temporary basis such a program which appears to be commendable,
however it would not want to commit itself to continuing the financial
aid, and noted the other numerous worthy organizations which need
help, however, in order to aid in its pilot program it was MOVED
by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and carried
on roll call vote that the sum of $2,l85 be appropriated from the
Council Contingency Account for said organization.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth,
None
Mayor Hage
Helms, Scott, Arth
The request for vacation and quitclaiming of an 8' strip on Baldwin
Avenue in connection with the division of property which was the
first item before Council was scheduled for public hearing on July 5
in Resolut~on No. 4268 adopted later in this meeting.
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CONTRACT
AWARD
(Water)
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ADVERTISE
Y'FOR BIDS
LIBRARY
CARPETING
TABLED
,cITY HALL
Vand GARAGE
PAINTING
APPROVED
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Council received the results of bids for furnishing butterfly valves
for Baldwin Avenue 24-inch transmission main and the Longden Avenue
20-inch transmission main. Only two bids were received.
Parkson, Inc.
Crump & Company
$ 27,350.5l
26,048.9 1
The City Manager explained that the low bidder did not meet the
requirement as set forth in the specifications and in addition could
not meet the delivery requirements to accommodate the construction
scheduled to be completed prior to the opening of the race track.
Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman
Butterworth and carried on roll call vote as follows that the contract
.be AWARDED to Parkson, Inc., in the amount of $27,350.5l and that a
purchase order be so issued.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
On recommendation of staff it was MOVED by Councilman Helms seconded
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by Councilman Butterworth and carried unanimously that plans and
specifications for the construction of a 24-inch transmission main in
Baldwin Avenue and a 20-inch transmission main in Longden Avenue be
APPROVED and that the City Clerk be and she is hereby AUTHORIZED to
advertise for bids to be returned JULY 10.
Council received the results of bids and the recommendation for the
award of contract in carpeting the adult section of the City Library.
It was noted that the Library Board had agreed on the color and
material.
TOTAL INSTALLED
Rounds Floor Covering (Stevens-Gullistan)
Zager-Smith Carpet (Stevens-Gullistan)
Vacco Carpet (Bigelow)
Howard's Rug Co. (Bigelow)
Jack Freeman Carpets (Bigelow)
$ 13,864.03
l4,867.94
l5,508.46
l6,783.20
l8,495.33
It was MOVED by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
that the contract be awarded to Rounds Floor Covering
Councilman Butterworth then stated in part that as Council Liaison
to the Library Board he felt some type of guarantee should be obtained
from the vendor prior to entering a contract and noted that the
carpeting installed just two years ago at the Library had worn out
whereas some carpeting installed ten years ago was still good. He
suggested that the vendor proposed for the award of contract for the
new carpeting be required to include a warranty and that the City
Attorney review the contract of two years ago to ascertain whether
or not such a warranty was given.
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Councilman Scott suggested using some of the available testing
laboratories in the future and expressed concern as to the position
of the city with regard to the bids received if a warranty were not
required in the initial call for bids.
It was the consensus of Council that the matter be reviewed in its
entirety for report back. It was then MOVED by Councilman Butterworth
that the primary MOTION BE TABLED. Councilman Helms seconded this
motion which was carried unanimously.
Council received the results of bids and the recommendation for the
award of contract for painting the exterior of the City Hall, City
Hall Annex and partial exterior of the Garage.
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CHAMBER OF
COMMERCE
(Brackets
Approved)
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REJECTED
CHICAGO
PARK
ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4265
ADOPTED
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City HaLL
Contractor City HaLL Annex Garage Total
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West ern Maint. Co. $2,998.00 $1,851.00 $2,902.00 $7 ,751. 00
Edward A. WopschaLL 2,921.00 l,390.00 3,877 .00 8,l88.00
West Painting 3,483.00 l,6l8.00 3,l98.00 8,299.00
Michaels Painting 4,l90.00 2,100.00 2,755.00 9,045.00
Klass Brothers 3,903.00 2,457.00 4,580.00 lO,920.00
Saunders Jones 4,900.00. 2,947.00 4,990.00 12,837.00
It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the contract for the
City Hall and Annex exterior painting be AWARDED to Edward A. Wopschall
in the amo~nts of $2,92l and $l,390 respectively and to Michaels
Painting of the City Garage in the amount of $2,755. The issuance of
appropriate purchase orders was AUTHORIZED. Funds are available in the
1971-72 budget - General City 4l7-38 $3,500. Public Works Equipment
Service Division 434-38 $2,000... total of the low bids is $7,066 which
reflects a shortage of funds budgeted of $l,566. The MOTION included
an additional appropriation from the Council Contingency Fund 4l7-38
for $l,566 to provide the needed funds.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
Council received the request of the Chamber of Commerce for permission
to increase the poster bracket. f~om 4 to a ~omplete set of l6 which
would allow for 4 to be displayed in each business district at times
of city-wide promotion events. It was MOVED by Councilman Scott,
seconded by Councilman Helms and carried unanimously that the request
be GRANTED for l2 additional brackets.
Council received the report of the City Attorney concerning a property
damage claim filed with the City on March l4, 1972 for damage to a
truck and camper. The insurance company for the City has not been
able to settle this claim on a reasonable basis and has asked the City
to formally reject the claim. Whereupon it was MOVED by Councilman
Helms, seconded by Councilman Scott and carried unanimously that the
claim be and it is hereby rejected.
The Economic Coordinator presented a boundary survey map indicating
the proposed development of the Chicago Park Tract now designated as
the Arcadia Industrial Park. In March of this year an engineering
service agreement was entered into with Lampman and Associates for
the preparation of an engineering plan for the area. Staff and the
consultants have been engaged in general planning and development of
alternatives since that time. Meetings were also held with some of
the largest property owners and plans were prepared in an endeavor
to combine outcome of those discussions.
The consulting engineer detailed the improvement and acquisition map
and answered questions propounded by Council. Cost estimates were
also submitted to Council for its review. The overall schematic of
improvements met with the approval of Council and the first step in
the project was taken in the form of the following resolution
adoptions.
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4265, entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A PLAT SHOWING THE GENERAL
NATURE, LOCATION AND EXTENT OF PROPOSED STREET IMPROVEMENTS AND
ACQUISITION AND APPROVING MAP INDICATING THE BOUNDARIES OF THE AREA
TO PAY THE COSTS AND EXPENSES FOR SAID WORK IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
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,/RESOLUTION
NO. 4266
ADOPTED
Hearing
scheduled
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ORDINANCE
,/NO. l454
ADOPTED
ORDINANCE
~O. l455
ADOPTED
ORDINANCE
NO. l452
INTRODUCED
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CALIFORNIA, IN WHAT IS KNOWN AS ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 72-1 (ARCADIA
INDUSTRIAL PARK).
It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms
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 Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
The City Attorney then presented, explained the content and read the
title of Resolution No. 4266, entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, COVERING PRELIMINARY I
DETERMINATION THAT THE PUBLIC CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY REqUIRE CERTAIN
ACQUISITION AND IMPROVEMENTS IN THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, IN
WHAT IS KNOWN AS ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 72-l (ARCADIA INDUSTRIAL
PARK), AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR HEARING THEREON."
It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
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 Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
THIS RESOLUTION SCHEDULES A PUBLIC HEARING FOR WEDNESDAY JULY 5, 1972.
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. l454, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING, REPEALING AND ADDING
CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENTS REGULATIONS
OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE."
It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
body of Ordinance No. l454 be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content
and read the title of Ordinance No. l455, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING, REPEALING AND ADDING CERTAIN SECTIONS
OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO STREET SETBACK LINES."
It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Scott and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the reading of the full
body of Ordinance No. l455 be WAIVED and that the same be ADOPTED.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
At the .last Council meeting changes were AUTHORIZED in this ordinance
and the City Attorney again presented for introduction Ordinance
No. l452, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
ARCADIA ADDING CHAPTER 4 TO ARTICLE IX OF THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE REGULATIONS."
It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
that the reading of the full body of Ordinance No. l452 be WAIVED and
that the same be INTRODUCED.
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4262
(CABLE TV)
ADOPTED
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4263'/
(FIRE DEPT.)
ADOPTED
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Edward Passmore, 50l Santa Cruz Road, questioned Sections 9406-A, 9407
and 9409. He felt that each of these regulations are already
covered by certain sections of the Municipal Code and the Uniform
Building Code - that each has its own remedies at the present time.
Mrs. Edward Passmore, 50l Santa Cruz Road, asked for a clarification
concerning Section 9405 Substandard Conditions Item No. l3. The City
Attorney so advised - that the section applies to all properties
including vacant parcels.
Councilman Helms then referred to an earlier speaker's remarks about
th~ 30 day cl~use in Section 9406 Item No. 5 and to some of the
concerns expressed 'by 'the other speakers. He stated in part that a
great deal of study and consideration was given to this ordinance and
that it is at least a start in endeavoring to cope with a problem that
has needed attention for quite some time; that it can be modified to
accommodate changing circumstances and needs; that if during its
enforcement there are inequities apparent they can always be alleviated
by further action of the Council. Councilman Scott submitted that in
his discussions with the citizens it has become clear to him that this
type of regulation is needed; that during the many deliberations
changes have been made. He observed further in part that a great deal
of faith has to be exhibited on the part of Council, staff and the
community. He would be willing to reconsider it again at any time he
can be shown where there are substantial inequities.
Roll call was then taken on the primary motion.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4262, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA SUPPORTING AND ENCOURAGING THE PUBLIC SERVICE
ENDEAVORS OF THE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY PUBLIC CABLE COUNCIL."
It was MOVED by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth
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 Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
The City Attorney presented Resolution No. 4263, entitled: '~
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTABLISHING
A COMPENSATION PLAN FOR CERTAIN CLASSIFICATIONS IN THE FIRE
DEPARTMENT FOR THE PERIOD FROM JULY l, 1972, THROUGH JUNE 30,
1974~ and explained that it expresses the intent of the Memorandum
of Agreement between the Personnel Director and the Arcadia
Firefighters' Association.
In MOVING to waive the reading of the resolution in its entirety and
to ADOPT~ Councilman Helms stated that in the adoption of this
Resolution Council is in effect making a disclaimer as to any repre-
sentations not contained within the context of the Resolution. That
the whole purpose and intent of adoption does express the sole and
only intent of the City Council.
In seconding the motion Councilman Butterworth stated that in ampli-
fying Councilman Helms' statement there is nothing implied in any way
by the adoption of the resolution to the end that Council is going to
reduce the hours of the firemen and that any discussion along that
line in the next two years would be the same kind of a discussion
Council has had on that or any other matter.
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RESOLUTION
.MO. 4264
-{ ADOPTED
RESOLUTION
INO. 4267
ADOPTED
~A YOR RAGE
IEXCUSED
SENATE
BILL 262
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In response to an inquiry by Councilman Scott the City Attorney replied
that the Memorandum of Agreement is a matter of public record.
Roll call on the MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman
Butterworth:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmen Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4264, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTABLISHING CERTAIN RULES FOR THE ARCADIA
LIBRARY PURSUANT TO ORDINANCE NO. l450."
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It was MOVED by Councilman Butterworth, seconded by Councilman Helms
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 Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
None
Mayor Hage
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No. 4267 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE TOPICS PROGRAM AGREEMENT TO
PROVIDE FUNDS FOR THREE TRAFFIC SIGNAL PROJECTS."
It was MOVED by Councilman Scott, seconded by Councilman Helms 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
None
Mayor Hage
Butterworth, Helms, Scott, Arth
On MOTION by Councilman Helms, seconded by Councilman Butterworth and
carried unanimously Mayor Hage was excused. He is attending the
Mayors' Conference.
Councilman Helms advised that Senate Bill No. 262, which is enabling
legislation to permit a restructuring of the County of Los Angeles,
was introduced by Senator Richardson. It has received encouraging
support in Committee and has been put over for two weeks for the
revamping of some of the more technical language of the bill princi-
pally relating to bonded indebtedness and services coverage.
In response to an inquiry by Councilman Scott he advised that the
city has not taken any position on the matter of the formation of a
new county - that an endeavor is being made in order that a
feasibility study may be undertaken; that is the extent to which
Council has acted.
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Councilman Scott then submitted the possibility of citizens pre-
ferring to retain the present County and to rebuild it instead of
literally forming a new county. He was assured that once the bill
passes then consideration may be given to all alternatives and that
in any case it will eventually take a vote of the people.
Mayor Pro Tempore Arth observed that in his opinion the efforts of
Messrs. Helms, Butterworth and others in the San Gabriel Valley have
already been productive and noted that the County Board of Supervisors
have become responsive to the point where a tax reduction to the
homeowner is being considered by that agency.
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COUNTY PARK
M D S
ADJOURNMENT TO
DATE CERTAIN
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19 : 8094
In answer to an inquiry by Councilman Scott, the City Manager stated
in part that pLans for the improvement of the County Park appear to
be going ahead and that more study is being given to the proposed
clubhouse on that site.
Mayor Pro Tempore Arth advised that another City has taken a formaL
vote to join the Municipal Data System which is very encouraging and
wouLd place the system close to capacity membership.
At II p.m., the meeting was ADJOURNED TO TUESDAY JUNE 27, 1972 at
7:30 p.m., in the Conference Room.
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Mayor Pro Tempore
ATTEST:
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