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ROLL CALL
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
MINUTE
APPROVAL
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M I NUT E S
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
JULY 7, 1981
The City Council of the City of Arcadia, California met in a
regular session July 7, 1981 at 7:30 p.~. in the City Hall
Council Chamber.
PRESENT:
ABSENT :
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
Rev. Charles Crismier, Jr., Arcadia Friends Church
Councilman Jack Saelid
On MOTION by Councilman Pellegrino, seconded by Councilman Saelid
and carried unanimously the minutes of the adjourned and regular
meetings of June 18, 1981 were APPROVED.
PRESENTATIONS Mayor Gilb presented plaques of appreciation to the following re-
tiring members of Boards and/or Commissions.
NEW MEMBERS
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HEARING
(Zone
Changes)
APPROVED
ARCADIA BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION
Charles Batterson
Helen Hauser
Claude Hoard
1977-1981
1977-1981
1979-1981
LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Shirley Butterworth
1977-1981
PERSONNEL BOARD
Sarah Peterson
1975-1981
SENIOR CITIZENS' COMMISSION
Mrs.Afton Lindsay
Lee Lurie
1978-1981
1978-1981
The City Clerk administered the oath of office to two new members on
the Senior Citizens' Commission: Isabel Hooton representing the Arca-
dia Senior Friendship Club and Sam Hoover. Both will serve two year
terms expiring June 30, 1983.
Planning Commission Resolution 1165 recommending denial of a zone change
from M-l, C-2 and C-2 & D to CPD-l (Commercial Planned Development-I)
for the area bounded by the 210 Freeway on the north, Fifth Avenue on
the east, the AT&SF Railroad on the south and Second Avenue on the west.
Council reviewed the report with the Planning Director explaining the
position of the Commission. The Planning Department recommended the
zone changes. It was felt by the Department that the zone changes are
by and large the final steps in implementing Council's directive of
March 1980 and will provide for expanded development alternatives, en-
courage architectural compatability between new projects within the sub-
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HEARING
APPEAL
DENIED
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ject area. It was also noted that an environmental impact report had
been prepared and certified on November 16, 1980 by the City Council.
Mayor Gilb declared the hearing open and Bruce Low, Arcadia Datsun,
favored the zone changes which he felt is needed for the area.
Mrs. Johanna Hofer, 875 Monte Verde Drive, felt the zoning should not
be changed to accommodate the hotel and that redevelopment was never
put to a vote of the people .. that the value of the land will increase
with the rezoning .., the money could help build an auditorium and could
also give some retired former city employees an increase in their pen-
sions. - and questioned locating a hotel alongside a railroad track.
Mark Nottingham, 9575 Broadway, Temple City,
Third Avenue, expressed opposition to the use
homes ... all on small lots. He was in favor
automobile agency and the hotel property.
owner of 37 and 49 North
of condemnation for those
of the overlay for the
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Bill Connolly, Chairman of the Arcadia Redevelopment Project Area Com-
mittee, said in part that the hotel would upgrade the area and favored
the zone change ,.. people will then know what they can and cannot do.
No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilman Pellegrino, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried unan-
imously.
Councilman Saelid MOVED to approve the zone changes as submitted and
to override the denial of the Planning Commission. Motion seconded by
Councilman Haltom.
Councilman Dring said in part he could not support the CPD-l zone (Com-
mercial Planned Development-I); that the 22,000 sq, ft. minimum lot
size is inverse condemnation which was not the intent or purpose of the
redevelopment law. He expressed empathy for those residing on North
Third Avenue.
Roll call vote was then taken on the motion:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
Councilman Dring
None
Appeal of Planning Commission's denial of Condition 5 of a Modification
application for the replacement of an existing substandard one bedroom
dwelling with a new two bedroom dwelling at 408-410 South Second Avenue.
6'0"
Condition 5 would have permitted an existing fence approximately 4'0" to
in height and a proposed 6'0" high fence to be along the easterly proper-
ty line in lieu of the required masonry wall.
Mayor Gilb declared the hearing open and the applicant, Russell Simon,
1845 Chantry, Arcadia, said in part that he could not proceed with the
project if he had to go to the expense of constructing the masonry wall
,.. that at the present time there is a stone wall and a chain link
around the property.
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No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and carried.
Councilman Haltom referred to a previous similar situation concerning
a fence and it was explained that in that particular instance there
were no requirements for walls or fences around conventional subdivi-
sions- in the subject instance the applicant is seeking to increase
the number of units but to remove one of the very substandard units
and bring it up to code and at at a later date to improve the second
substandard unit. The existing R-2 and R-3 zone sections require mason-
ry walls around the projects.
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Planning Commissioner Hegg said in part that the concept of a wood wall
or a masonry wall in a multiple family situation is basically for a buffer
and durability.,. that in this case the open-space was being forced into
a rear corner of the property and it was felt the masonry wall was neces-
sary.
Mr. Simon was asked to respond to a question as to exactly what he is re-
questing. Mr, Simon said that he does not want to have to install the
masonry wall... to permit what existing fences would be acceptable and
to install wood fences where they would not .,. if he has to install wood
fences all around he would do so. It was noted that about 500 feet of
fencing would be required.
Councilman Pellegrino said he had visited the site and there is a four
foot block wall fence with a two foot chain link fence on top of that ...
there is a lot of growth and affords privacy. He was in favor of grant-
ing the request as was Councilman Haltom.
Councilman Saelid felt that considering that the intent of the wall is
for privacy the landscaping on the fence is not something that can be
considered permanent .., it can go anytime and then the chain fence would
remain which would not do anything for privacy.
Councilman Dring said in part that the requirement for the masonry wall
is in the building code .. something that is enforced and to acquiesce
on this would mean that the building code is not worthwhile and the re-
quirement should be removed.
Mayor Gilb brought attention to the fact that four of the five requested
modifications have been approved.
It was MOVED by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino that
the appeal be GRANTED. Roll call vote was then taken.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Haltom, Pellegrino
Councilmen Dring, Saelid, Gilb
None
MOTION DID NOT CARRY
Councilman Saelid commented for the record concerning his 'No' vote
that in an income producing property -- where there is a code provision
spelling out what the property standards are, there must be a very good
reeason to override that requirement, and he did not think economics
would be one.
Councilman Saelid then MOVED to deny the appeal. Motion seconded by
Councilman Dring and carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Saelid, Gilb
Councilmen Haltom, Pellegrino
None
Council recessed in order to act as the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT:
ABSENT :
Members Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
Acquisition of leasehold interests at 59 E. Huntington Drive (Pizza
Man/Chicken Delight) and relocation of the same. Council retired to a
CLOSED SESSION, reconvened and took the following action on this item:
It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Dring and
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ADJOURNED
July 21
6:30 p.m.
HEARING
SCHEDULED
Oct. 6. 'Sl
HEARING
July 21
CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT
INSURANCE
LIABILITY
RENEWED
INSURANCE
Workers'
Compensation
RENEWED
INSURANCE
Excess
Workers'
Compensation
CONSOLIDATED
LIGHTING
DISTRICT
SALE OF
WATER
SIGNAL
MAINTENANCE
Contract
Award
EASEMENTS
VACATED
(July 21)
SCREEN
Handball Ct.
Newcastle
Park
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carried on roll call vote as follows that this matter be CONTINUED to a
date uncertain pending a written legal opinion by the City Attorney.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
~embers Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
None
Adjourned to a CLOSED SESSION July 21 at 6:30 p.m.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
George Nayhaus, 6813 N. Temple City Boulevard, County territory, asked
that the twenty homes in his area which had been omitted from the bound-
aries under consideration for annexation to Arcadia, be included.
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Herb Fletcher 175 W. Lemon Avenue, spoke to the need for a fireworks
ordinance in an endeavor to diminish the fire hazard. He also said in
part that the City should consider reimbursing the residents who suffer-
ed fire damage to their homes due to fireworks. It was noted by staff
that the City Attorney is drafting an ordinance on fireworks for Council
consideration ... probably July 21. Hearing to be scheduled for October
6, 1981.
CONSENT ITEMS
SCHEDULED a public hearing for July 21 on Planning Commission recommen-
dation concerning a text amendment to allow office uses in an M-l zone
with an approved conditional use permit.
APPROVED Planning Commission granting a conditional use permit for con-
struction of a new Hughes Market at 1101 W. Huntington Drive.
AUTHORIZED the renewal of the contract with Carl Warren & Company for
the fiscal year 1981-82 subject to charges outlined in their proposal
dated June II, 1981 and amendment No. 3 to the Service Agreement.
AUTHORIZED the renewal of the contract with Fred S. James for 1981-82
based on the minimum fee and cost per claims as outlined in his pro-
posal.
AUTHORIZED the acceptance of the proposal submitted by Huntington Asso-
ciation for the fiscal year 1981-82 for excess Workers' Compensation
coverage with a self insured retention.
RECEIVED report pursuant to the prov1s10ns of the Streets and Highways
Code Section 18164 reflecting annual estimate of costs of operating the
Consolidated Lighting District including power and maintenance as well
as energy adjustment costs at current rates.
APPROVED the Agreement for sale of water to the Southern California
Water Company and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
same in form approved by the City Attorney.
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AWARDED the contract for the annual traffic signal maintenance to
Signal Maintenance Company pursuant to terms set forth in its proposal;
waived any irregularities or informalities in the bids or bidding pro-
cess and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the contract
in form approved by the City Attorney.
AUTHORIZED the City Attorney to prepare a resolution declaring inten-
tion to vacate and abandon easements at 1303 and 1415 Linda Way.
AWARDED contract for the screening of the handball court at Newcastle
Park to Crown Fence & Supply Company in the amount of $4,682.00. Appro-
priated from Parks and Recreation Facilities Fund.
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STREET
IMPROVEMENT
WORK
PROJECT
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CONTRACTS
AWARDED
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ADVERTISE
FOR BIDS
(Fairview
Avenue)
APPROVED
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APPROVED the plans and specifications and AUTHORIZED the City Clerk to
advertise for bids for the reconstruction of Fairview Avenue from Baldwin
Avenue to the west City boundary (Job 509). This will be financed with
State Gas Tax funds,
APPROVED an agreement with the California Conservation Corps as set forth
in the recommendation of the Fire Chief and that $3000 of Federal Reve-
nue Sharing Funds be used for the purchase of materials for this particu-
lar project,
ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY COUNCILMAN
PELLEGRINO, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN DRING AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE
AS FOLLOWS:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
None
Council received the report on bids received and the recommendation for
award of contract for the construction of concrete gutter improvement of
alley south of Duarte Road and Site improvements at Fire Station 3 (Job
Nos, 507,513 and 517,)
Councilman Dring felt that a reduction in spending must be achieved --
that the approved budget for this year is more than 20 percent over last
year .. that Council has not grasped what the people are trying to say...
he could not approve the continued spending level that is being generated
by Council.
The Director of Public Works read his report in full and noted that the
funds for the concrete gutter will be from State Gas Tax Funds. the im-
provement of the alley and the site improvement of Fire Station 3 will be
Capital Improvement Project funds.
Councilman Saelid submitted in part that the observation of Councilman
Dring makes good sense particularly where the Operating Budget is concern-
ed -- but as to Capital Improvements it comes down to whether or not in
the wisdom of the Council would it make more sense to make these improve-
ments this year than next " He felt the capital improvements should pro-
ceed. He agreed that some way should be found to cut the operating budget
back because it is possible to run into a revenue crunch shortly.
Councilman Saelid then MOVED to award the contract for Job Nos. 507 and
513 to the Frontier Concrete Construction Company in the amount of
$33.084.83 and a separate contract for Job. No. 517 be awarded to J. Ko-
vac in the amount of $9.531,50; that any informalities or irregul~ri~ies
in the bids or bidding process be waived and that the Mayor and City
Clerk be authorized to execute the contracts in form approved by the City
Attorney.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
Councilman Dring
None
Council received the report on the proposed reconstruction of Fairview
Avenue ~rom Baldwin Avenue to the west city limits (Job No. 509). This
would include gutters at locations where no gutter exists. replacement
of broken curbs and resurfacing, It would be financed out of State Gas
Tax funds.
Councilman Dring said in part that he believes some of the capital im-
provements are absolutely required, He would like to see the Council
impose a priority assignment to these different projects and limit the
spending to a reasonable level, It would be tough but sooner or later
the Council will have to adopt that.
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ANNEXATION
REQUEST
AD HOC
COMMITTEE
FORMED
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Councilman Saelid suggested that zero base budgeting be researched. Every-
thing is prioritized with this method. This was not done this year but
Council may want to consider this next year because if it isn't done and
it is decided to cut back you turn the policy decisions over to staff
rather than leaving them with Council where it logically should be to make
policy decisions as to what area to make the cutbacks.
It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Pellegrino and
carried on roll call vote as follows that the plans and specificiations
be approved and the City Clerk be authorized to advertise for bids for
this project.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
Councilman Dring
None
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Council received an extensive report from staff concerning the request
for annexation of some of the residents in the area bounded on the north
and east by Arcadia City limits, on the south by Lemon Avenue and on the
west by Temple City Boulevard, Comments were received from the Planning
Department, Fire Department, Police Department, Water and Department of
Public Works. Each of these reports were read in full. (On file in the
Office of the City Clerk). (A COMPLETE TRANSCRIPT HAS BEEN PREPARED ON
THIS MATTER).
In summary: It was staff's opinion that annexation, of this area would
not be of benefit to the citizens of Arcadia and that the ongoing costs
and expenses incurred to the City would outweigh, at this time, any bene-
fits which might be derived from the area.
It was noted in the report that if the City Council desires to consent
to the annexation it was recommended that 1) the annexation be initiated
by the residents in the area, 2) that prior to completion of the annexa-
tion proceedings that an assessment district be formed to cover the costs
of sidewalk repair. street repair, construction of curbs and gutters and
installation of the necessary water lines and fire hydrants to furnish
the required fire protection and 3) that the residents of the area pay,up
front, for the cost of hiring a consultant to form the assessment district.
It was also noted that the area is in the Temple City School District,
which would not change even if the area were annexed.
During the Council discussion Mayor Gilb suggested creating an ad hoc
Committee of perhaps six from the City and six from those in the area
requesting to be annexed. He felt in this way all pertinent information
could be disseminated to the residents.
Ed Jenkins, 9714 Callita Street, spoke at length on the desires of the
residents to be annexed to Arcadia and as to the remark by Mr. Nayhaus
about leaving his area out of the original boundary.. this was done by
the Local Agnecy Formation Commission, The residents in the area want
to become part of Arcadia and will vigorously help to change whatever
deficiencies there are .. that they intend to pursue the water situation
with the East Pasadena Water Company. Mr. Jenkins favored conducting a
Town Hall meeting for the area residents.
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It was the consensus of the City Council that it would support an ad hoc
committeee, however, Councilman Saelid said in part that he would have
no objection to the committee but he did not want to mislead anyone into
thinking he would support the annnexation ,.. that as the annexation
area appears now it is going to be a costly matter for the City and he
could not support it.
Councilman Haltom commented in part that he was having second thoughts ,.
how much of a burden it would place on the residents of Arcadia .. whom
the Council represents ., this should be the prime concern.
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RESOLUTION
NO. 4978
ADOPTED
CLAIM
APPROVED
(Lapatka)
CLOSED
SESSION
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PLANNING
COMMISSION
(Jahnke)
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Mayor Gilb then appointed an ad hoc committeee consisting of Councilman~
Haltom as Chairman, Councilman Pellegrino, Fire Chief Gardner, Planning
Director Woolard, Water Manager Robert Berlein and Acting City Manager
George Watts.
Mr. Jenkins was asked to appoint his six and submit their names as soon
as possible so there may be an exchange of ideas to see how it would affect
the citizens of Arcadia.
The Councilmen concurred in this. Councilman Haltom was authorized
to call upon staff at any time for any information required.
The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title
of Resolution No, 4978, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF ARCADIA ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION FOR THE POSITIONS OF
POLICE SERGEANT, POLICE AGENT, POLICE OFFICER AND POLICE CLERK FOR THE
FISCAL YEARS 1981-82 AND 1982-83." '
It was MOVED by Councilman Pellegrino, seconded by Councilman Haltom
and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of
the full text of Resolution No, 4978 be waived.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
None
It was further MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Dring
and carri~d on roll call vote as follows that Resolution No, 4978 be and
is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
None
Upon recommendation of the City Attorney and the Chief
claim of Lawrence T, LaPatka in the amount of $358.28.
by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Haltom and
call vote as follows that the claim be APPROVED.
of Police the
It was MOVED
carried on roll
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom, Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
None
None
Followin2 the closeci session Council reconuened Ann consirlered the
following:
It was MOVED by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman Dring that
Charles Chivetta be appointed to the Planning Commission for a four
year term, Roll call vote was then taken:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Dring, Haltom
Councilmen Pellegrino, SaeU,d, Gilb
None
It was then MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Pelle-
grino that Fred R, Jahnke be appointed to the Planning Commission for
a four year term, Roll call vote was then taken:
AYES
NOES
ABSENT:
Councilmen Pellegrino, Saelid, Gilb
Councilmen Dring, Haltom
None
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