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CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY
CLERK
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
MINUTE
APPROVAL
(Aug.10,1993)
(APPROVED
ORD. & RES.
READ BY
TITLE ONLY
CITY
ATTORNEY
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CITY
COUNCIL
PROCLAMATION
(Celia Kalm)
M I NUT E S
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA
and the
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 7, 1993
The City Council and the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency met in a
regular meeting at 7:40 p. m., Tuesday, September 7, 1993 in the
City Hall Council Chamber.
Cantor David Julian, Temple Shaarei Torah
Human Resources Commissioner Celia Kalm
PRESENT: Councilmembers Fasching, Harbicht, Lojeski, and
Ciraulo
ABSENT: Councilmember Margett
On MOTION by Councilmember Fasching, seconded by Mayor Pro tem
Lojeski and CARRIED, Councilmember Margett was EXCUSED.
On MOTION by Mayor Pro tem Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember
Harbicht and CARRIED, the minutes of the City Council work
session of August 10, 1993 were APPROVED. Approval of the
minutes of the adjourned and regular meetings of August 17, 1993
were deferred to the next Council meeting on September 21.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Councilmember
Fasching and CARRIED that ordinances and resolutions be read by
title only and that the reading in full be WAIVED.
The City Attorney announced that, "the City Council met this
evening in a closed session pursuant to Government Code of the
State of California which authorizes closed sessions for the
purposes of discussing certain pending real estate transactions,
and to instruct the City's negotiator in regard to these
transactions. The specifics of that transaction were specified
in a special meeting notice and were also reiterated prior to the
closed session".
PRESENTATION
Mayor Ciraulo read a proclamation: "WHEREAS the Arcadia City
Council is pleased to acknowledge individuals and groups for
their service to the community as well as for specific
achievements; and WHEREAS the acknowledgement comes in the form
of certificates of commendation or proclamations; and WHEREAS
Celia Kalm graciously volunteered to design new certificates and
proclamations which would more fully reflect City Council
appreciation; and WHEREAS she donated her time, talent and
experience to create these new documents for presentation to the
public; and WHEREAS her efforts to provide the many contributions
for which she .is well known in our community; now, therefore I,
Joseph C. Ciraulo, Mayor of the City of Arcadia do hereby
PROCLAIM September 7, 1993 to be Celia Kalm Day". The
proclamation was presented to Celia Kalm by the Council.
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PUBLIC
HEARING
ARCADIA
BD.OF
REALTORS
FUND RAISER
(Bingo
Permit)
(APPROVED)
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PUBLIC
HEARING
WILDERNESS
PARK
(Weekend
Closure)
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Celia Kalm thanked the Council for honoring her so perfusely, and
said she is honored to be able to serve the community she lives
in. She also thanked all the people who give so generously of
their time to make Arcadia the fine community that it is. "Most
of all, I would like to thank the five gentlemen who serve on our
City Council. Their endless hours of service and dedication have
gone past the point of being thankless and gone right in to
'can't win'. No matter how long their deliberations, or how
logical a path they have chosen, for every decision they make,
it seems that there is someone out there who is unhappy and
probably someone who just doesn't care. So tonight I would like
to say for the record, 'thank you, gentlemen, for always acting
in the very best interests of very single commitment and thinking
of us all'. Thank you."
The Arcadia Board of Realtors annually holds a charitable fund
raising event. This year they are requesting a permit from the
City to hold a bingo game at their annual event. Proceeds from
the bingo game will go the Arcadia Welfare and Thrift Shop as
the Arcadia Board of Realtors annual CanTree project. This
event is proposed to be held at the Community Center, September
18, 1993. This permit, if granted, would be limited to one
scheduled event with the annual bingo game as a fund raiser.
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Mayor Ciraulo declared the hearing OPEN.
Richard DeAvila, 10056 Green Street, Temple City, Chairman of the
Fund Raising Committee, stated, in part, that this fund raiser
is an annual event. The money raised will go to the Arcadia
Thrift and Welfare Shops. Approval is requested.
No one desiring to be heard, the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by
Mayor Pro tem Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember Fasching and
CARRIED.
It was MOVED by Mayor Pro tem Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember
Harbicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to APPROVE
issuance of a bingo permit to the Arcadia Board of Realtors to
conduct a bingo game as their annual fund raiser.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Fasching, Harbicht, Lojeski and Ciraulo
None
Councilmember Margett
Because of overcrowding and concern for potential problems. the
City Council has closed Wilderness Park to the general public on
weekends. Organizations will continue to use the park on
weekends, on a reservation basis only. Per Council direction,
staff has prepared a report outlining various considerations and
policies necessary to continue the closure policy and to
emphasize the fact that the area is a Wildlife Sanctuary: I)
Close the park to the general public on weekends; 2) Continue
to allow groups and organizations to use the park on a
reservation use only basis on weekends; 3) Change the name of
the area to "Arcadia Wilderness Preserve"; and 4) Improve and
expand nature-oriented activities. Work with organizations such
as the Humane Society to enhance the use of the area for nature
study.
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Mayor Ciraulo declared the public hearing OPEN.
Robert Kirknatrick, 3117 Center Street, Arcadia, stated, in part,
that he has lived in this community all his life, raised four
sons and now has grandchildren. He and all of his family have
enjoyed Wilderness Park all of these years. He has not noticed
any problems with drugs or alcohol. There is a parking problem,
but he feels that could be solved by allotting more space for
parking. Weekends are the only times he and his family have to
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enjoy Wilderness Park.
weekend closing.
He hopes Council will reconsider this
Brvan Boskin, San Gabriel unincorporated County area, stated, in
part, that in his opinion, the proposed closure of Wilderness
Park on weekends is exclusionary, and will probably be challenged
in court. Also, he feels there is racism involved here on the
part of the Council and the homeowners' association members. If
this action is taken, it will mean that the City is bowing to the
demands of a small, select group. He also feels that such a
closure of the park on weekends is setting a precedent which may
eventually result in closure of other public parks.
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At the request of Mayor Ciraulo, the City Attorney noted that in
the event the Council wishes to take action to close Wilderness
Park on weekends, such action will be legal. As property
owners, the City and the Council have the right to restrict the
use of the park.
No one else desiring to be heard,
MOTION by Mayor Pro tem Loj eski,
Fasching and CARRIED.
the hearing was CLOSED on
seconded by Councilmember
Councilmember Fasching stated, in part, that Wilderness Park is
not a typical park; it is basically a wilderness and nature
preserve, and should be treated as such, i. e. with care and
concern. In addition, because of its location in the heart of
a residential area, the traffic traversing city streets for
access to the park is an imposition upon the residents. He feels
that Wilderness Park should be established as a wilderness
preserve.
Councilmember Harbicht said that he felt that Wilderness Park is
a public facility, and that its closing is a drastic measure. He
does not think there are such drastic circumstances; merely an
overcrowding problem. A simple solution to this would be merely
to restrict entry to the park when the parking lot is full. The
Police Department has stated that crime is no greater than in any
other park, and actually it is a very safe area. Arcadia is, in
effect, saying to its neighbors, "please come to our race track
and spend money; please come to our regional mall and spend
money; please come to our new revitalized downtown area and spend
money; but don't use our parks". He does not think that is the
Plessage Arcadia wants to send to its neighbors. The hikes,
nature programs and children's programs featured at Wilderness
Park are extremely beneficial. Closing Wilderness Park on
weekends is a drastic solution to the problem.
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Mayor Pro tern Lojeski stated, in part, that the number of people
using the park and the problems have escalated, and referred to
the police report. Wilderness Park will still be open through
the week, and will be used as a nature preserve. Council has
carefully studied this matter, and must consider the safety of
those using the park and the citizens. Councilmember Fasching
agreed that nature walks, starlight hikes, scouting programs and
other programs will be continued on weekends, and incorporated
into the wilderness preserve. Also the park would be open to
people to visit on weekdays. Council must be concerned with the
welfare of the people of Arcadia. Wilderness Park is not a
typical park and the time has come when it should take a new
direction and be designated a wilderness preserve for the benefi t
of all people, particularly young people.
Mayor Ciraulo stated that Wilderness Park is a remote area.
There have been reports of gang activity, graffiti, as well as
overcrowding. This is inviting trouble. The new measures will
not exclude organizations or groups or any of the programs. He
is in favor of accepting staff's report and proceeding in that
direction. Councilmember Fasching would like to be sure that
Arcadia residents are aware of Council's concerns, and suggested
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continuing chis public hearing so chat more public testimony can
be rec.eived.
It was MOVED by Mayor Pro tem Lojeski, seconded by Mayor Ciraulo
and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to ACCEPT the
recommendations of the Recreation Director to: I) Close the park
to th$ general public on weekends; 2) Continue to allow groups
and organizations to use the park on a reservation use only basis
on weekends; 3) Change the name of the area to "Arcadia
Wilderness Preserve"; and 4) Improve and expand nature-oriented
actiVities and work with organizations such as the Humane Society
to enhance the use of the area for nature study. Staff is
DIRECtED to provide an ordinance amendment to change the name of
the park.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENt:
Councilmembers Fasching, Lojeski and Ciraulo
Councilmember Harbicht
Councilmember Margett
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AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Raloh Bicker, 101 White Oak Drive Architectural Review Board
Chai~an and Member of the Board of Directors, Highlands
Homeo~ers' Association, thanked the Council for the action they
have taken with regard to closing Wilderness Park on w~ekends.
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Mr. Bicker continued and stated that he is presenting Council
with petitions with signatures from 472 of 650 homes in the area
(71%), Many of the petitions contain two signatures which
represent more than 900 voters. This petition states: "We the
underSigned homeowners/residents of the highlands area of Arcadia
are e~tremely displeased and disappointed by your action on June
IS, 1993. You voted 3-2 to allow the construction at 1863
OakwOOd Avenue of a massive two-story house above a subterranean
garag$. From the Oakwood side this house will have the distinct
appearance of a three-story structure. You took this action over
the V$ry strong and valid objections of our Highlands Homeo~ers
Association Board of Directors, our Architectural Review Board
and some sixty Oakwood and Grandview area residents who took the
time to attend the hearing. Because the design otherwise met
city codes, you apparently saw fit to approve the plans and allow
a code modification to permit construction of the subterranean
garage, after the architect promised to disguise the three-story
side of the house. In so doing, you overrode the judgment of the
duly authorized Architectural Review Board and the sentiments of
the residents. These groups made it clear to you that this house
would not be compatible nor in harmony with the other homes in
their neighborhood.
"We hereby respectfully petition the City Council to act
immediately to amend Ordinance No. 1986 (which it adopted on
March 2, 1993, to prohibit subterranean garages in all R-l and
R-O Zones except our hillside area) so that such prohibition will I
also include our area. It is important that this be done before
additional plans for such overheight houses are submitted for
approval. ,
"We are proposing two options for your consideration: (1)
Amendment of Ordinance No. 1986 so that the prohibition of
subterranean garages now in force in all other R-I and R-O Zones
extends equally to the hillside area. This can be achieved by
removing the language in the last "IJHEREAS" of the ordinance
which reads, 'However, the Council also noted that there might
be e~ceptions such as in hillside areas where this type of
parking might be appropriate and should be allowed through the
modification process', or, and this one seemed to have probably
a little stronger support from people, although I would say there
were probably more signers in the area where the split level or
the three-story house might occur than I had down in the lower
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part of the highlands. I had a very high percentage up there
along Highl'and Vista, Highland Oaks, Carolwood and Elkins Place.
Alta Oaks has a lot of places where that can happen. This other
proposal would be: (2) Amend the ordinance to require that any
proposed hillside area house with a subterranean garage be
limited to thirty feet in height, measured from the garage floor
to the rooftop for that portion of the structure directly above
the garage and the subterranean structure. The height of the
remainder of the house should be governed by the present code.
"We look forward to your cooperation in implementing this vitally
important ordinance amendment, so that the laws written to
protect the beauty of Arcadia by precluding mans ionization will
extend into the Highlands as well as the rest of Arcadia."
Councilmember Fasching suggested the possibility of a town hall
meeting with the homeowners' association members.
Elmer Black, 2236 Highland Oaks Drive, stated, in part, that his
house is next to the driveway to Wilderness Park. He thanked
Council for their support in closing the park on weekends. The
president of the homeowners' association did not come to give a
formal presentation at the public hearing, but a number of people
in the audience are in favor of this action. He has lived at
this location since 1976,. and the problem has developed into a
bad situation. He agrees that the park should remain as a nature
center.
Mel Cohen, 2282 Highland Vista Drive, stated, in part, that he
also supports the closing of the park on weekends. His house
overlooks Wilderness Park. He has lived in the area since 1987
and during the last three or four years they have seen riffraff
come into the park on weekends. He has come to Council with the
association president several times to say that something had to
be done. He commends Council for taking the position of closing
Wilderness Park on weekends. He is sorry everyone cannot enjoy
the park during the week as some of the residents can, but the
overcrowding is realistic. He loves where he lives and does
not want any riffraff coming into the City.
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Bob Chenl\v, 412 Cabrillo Road, stated, in part, that he is
addressing the item regarding Newco Waste Systems to be
considered later in this meeting. He told Council that Arcadia
has a fine trash service in Newco. From surveys which have been
done, Arcadia has the lowest rates in the area. He noted that
a previous City Council, of which Councilmember Harbicht and
Mayor Pro tem Lojeski were members at that time, had actually
driven Best Disposal into bankruptcy. Councilmember Harbicht and
Mayor Pro tem Lojeski denied this, and said they had put the
trash service contract out to bid and Best Disposal did not come
in with the lowest bid. Mr. Cheney reiterated that Newco is a
good vendor, doing a good job for Arcadia.
Ol~a Hassler, 128 Elkins Avenue, stated, in part, that she and
her children have enjoyed Wilderness Park for many years, and she
would like to see it preserved. Speeding cars on Elkins Avenue
and Highland Oaks Drive have become a problem, and she is in
support of those who are trying to control these problems by
limiting access to Wilderness Park.
CITY COUNCIL RECESSED IN ORDER TO ACT AS THE
ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PRESENT:
ABSENT:
Agency Members Fasching, Harbicht, Lojeski and Ciraulo
Agency Member Margett
On MOTION by Member Loj eski, seconded by Member Harbicht and
CARRIED, Member Margett was EXCUSED.
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REQ. TO ROLL
OVER TAX
INCREMENT
FUNDS TO
AGENCY
PROJECT
FUND AND
EXTEND TERMS
OF TOTAL
DEBT TO
CITY FOR
FY 1993-94)
(APPROVED)
0610 . S-~
5c.
DESIGN
REVIEW
B/ A ATM
MACHINE
(201 N.
Santa
Anita Av.)
(CONT'D TO
Sept. 21,
1993)
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ADJOURNMENT
6.
7.
7a.
ROLL-OVER
& EXTENSION
OF TERMS OF
OUTSTANDING
AGENCY DEBT
FY 1993-94
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The Arcadia Redevelopment Agency Tax Increment Fund exists for
the repayment of interest and principal on long term debt. The
source of funds for these payments is tax increment revenue and
each year at June 30, the Agency repays the City any loans
outstanding between the City and the Agency to the extent that
funds are available in this fund. The annual repayment of
existing debt between the Agency and the City is recorded in
order to utilize tax increment funds for the intended use, and
to formally recognize and document the loans between the City and
Agency annually. The outstanding loans from the City to the
Redevelopment Agency at June 30, 1993 total $5,024,635.17. The
Tax Increment Fund at June 30, 1993 has an estimated cash balance
of $2,038,957.36.
It was MOVED by Member Harbicht, seconded by Member Lojeski and
CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the Agency pay
$2,038,957.36 of loans outstanding at June 30, 1993, to the City
of Arcadia and that the Agency re-borrow $2,038,957.36 and
deposit such amount in the Agency Project Fund. In addition, the
Agency accept an extension for the repayment of the remaining
outstanding debt of $2,985,677.81. All loans to the City to be
due and payable on June 30, 1994.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Agency Members Fasching, Harbicht, Lojeski and Ciraulo
None
Agency Member Margett
Consideration of Bank of America proposal to expand the existing
ATM Versateller located at the northwest corner of Santa
Anita/Santa Clara from one to two machines by enclosing the
existing open public access area and creating a new semi-enclosed
area closer to the street. The proposal has been reviewed by
the departments. Public Works has requested special conditions
due to the sight visibility problems. Their conditions are that
the access point on Santa Clara be made for ingress only and so
marked with "tiger teeth" installed, and that the owner shall
also maintain the height of the existing landscaping to three
feet.
JoseDh Alvarez, 2931 Warwick Avenue, Los Angeles, Metro
Construction on behalf of Bank of America, was present and
responded to various questions from the Agency Members with
regard to Bank of America's proposal. He explained that the Bank
of America wishes to install an additional ATM machine, however,
the concrete "footprint" will not be increased.
Considerable discussion ensued among the Agency Members regarding
the visibility for drivers exiting from that location as well as
the safety of individuals using the ATM machines. Member
Fasching was not in favor of installing "tiger teeth" in the
driveway. The possibility of redesigning the ingress and egress
was discussed. It was the consensus of the Agency Members that
further consideration of this proposal be CONTINUED to September
21, 1993.
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The meeting ADJOURNED to 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, September 14, 1993..
CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED
CONSENT ITEMS
ACCEPTED payment of $2,038,957.36 from the Redevelopment Agency
on outstanding City loans as of June 30, 1993; and RE-LOANED the
$2,038,957.36 to the Agency Project Fund. APPROVED extension of
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repayment on the remaining outstanding debt of $2,985,677. 81; all
loans to be due and payable on June 30, 1994.
Considered separately (see page 7)
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WORK ACCEPTED ACCEPTED the project and AUTHORIZED final payment to the
(Sandblasting, contractor. Techno Coatings, Inc., in accordance with the
Coating & contract documents. The work consisted of sandblasting, coating
Seismic and seismic retrofit of six steel tanks - W. O. 695. The
Retrofit - contract amount of $586,049 was funded from the Water Facilities
Six Steel Replacement Fund. Ten percent (lOt) retention payment becomes
Tanks - due and payable 35 days after. Council's acceptance of work and
W.O. 695) completion of all corrections of record.
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WORK ACCEPTED ACCEPTED the project and AUTHORIZED final payment to the
(1992-93 Ann. contractor, Traffic Operations, Inc., in accordance with the
Traffic contract documents. The work consisted of the 1992-93 annual
Striping & traffic striping and pavement markings program - Job No. 540.
Pav't Mark'gs The contract amount of $54,032.94 was funded from the 1992-93
- Job No. Public Works Operating Budget. Ten percent (lOt) retention
540) payment becomes due and payable 35 days after Council acceptance
and completion of all corrections of record.
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7b.
CONTRACT
AWARD
CITY HALL
TELEPHONE
SYSTEM
(Pacific
Bell -
Norstar
Meridian
System)
(APPROVED)
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Considered separately (see below).
THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS 7a, 7c and 7d WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY
MAYOR PRO TEM LOJESKI, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER HARBICHT AND
CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS:
AYES:
Councilmembers Fasching, Harbicht, Lojeski and
Ciraulo
None
Councilmember Margett
NOES:
ABSENT:
The telephone system currently installed at City Hall has been
in operation for more than ten years. The system is outdated.
The acquisition of a new telephone system is budgeted in the
Capital Outlay Fund. Request for Proposal forms were mailed to
thirteen prospective bidders. The low bid of $37,091.45 was
received from Pacific Bell - Proposed Norstar Meridian System.
In response to questions from Council, staff responded that the
proposed voice mail system will be added to the new telephone
system within the next three months and will be considered
separately.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Mayor Pro tem
Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to AWARD the
contract for the purchase of a Norstar Meridian System to Pacific
Bell. Contract to be awarded for the amount of $37,091.45 plus
contingency amount of $3,709.15 for a total of $40,800.60.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Fasching, Harbicht, Lojeski and Ciraulo
None
Councilmember Margett
COUNCIL HAS This Conditional Use Permit (CUP) 92-003 involves a proposed
FINAL inert land fill on 85 acres of property at 12321 Lower Azusa Road
DECISION _ (Rodeffer Property). Accordingly, it is the subject of an
INERT LANDFILL inclusive draft environment impact report. Because of the type
12321 LOWER and scope of the proposed project and the need for full
AZUSA ROAD _ environmental review and comments, it is recommended that the
RODEFFER PROP review process for the conditional use permit be a two step
(CUP 92-003) . process: The Planning Commission shall review the Environmental
(APPROVED) Impact Report (EIR) and. CUP and transmit its record and
recommendations in resolutlon form to the City Council. The City
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NEWCO WASTE
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Council will be the final decision making body as to both the EIR
and CUP. This is in lieu of the procedure whereby the Planning
Commission acts as the final decision maker, subject to appeal
to the City Council The proposed two step process would allow
for extensive environmental review and comment by the public and
create a well-documented record. City Charter Section 806 and
Arcadia Municipal Code Section 9060 provide authority for such
Council action.
It was then MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Mayor
Pro tem Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that the
Planning Commission be DIRECTED to transmit its recommended
decision in the form of a resolution with findings to the City
Council, along with a complete record of the Commission
proceedings, for a public hearing and final decision by the City
Council (CUP 92-003).
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Fasching, Harbicht, Lojeski and Ciraulo
None
Councilmember Margett
CITY MANAGER
The current Exclusive Residential Refuse Agreement was entered
into March 1, 1989 between the City and Best Disposal. As a
result of bankruptcy proceedings, Newco assumed responsibility
of the contract in April, 1990. This agreement is scheduled to
expire February 28, 1994. At the August 10, 1993 work session,
Newco Waste Systems asked the City Council for a two year
contract extension on their existing agreement arguing the need
to recoup their capital investment. Newco stated that they would
agree to sustain the current refuse rates if their contract was
extended for two years. As shown on the refuse survey provided
by Newco, Arcadia currently has one of the lowest refuse rate
structures in the San Gabriel Valley. Similarly, the City of
Monrovia, where Newco also provides exclusive residential refuse
service, has refuse rates that are slightly higher than
Arcadia's.
In an effort to better understand and substantiate Newco' s
report, staff was asked to prepare an analysis. Staff recommends
against granting Newco a two year contract extension. Staff
feels that additional efforts by Newco are needed in several
areas, i. e. equipment and vehicle maintenance, recycling
programs, public education and outreach. If Council decides not
to grant the extension and directs staff to proceed with the
Request for Proposal process, Newco would be given every
opportunity to compete in that process, and would not be
prejudiced by this analysis. Newco was provided an opportunity
to review and comment on the staff report. Their written
comments are included in the September 7, 1993 staff report.
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Bernie Nash, Newco Waste Systems, Inc., 901 S. Primrose Avenue,
Monrovia, stated, in part, that Newco's vehicles are well
maintained and that they pass a California Highway Patrol
inspection each year. Also, they made an effort to educate the
residents regarding curbside recycling and waste diversion. At
the present time such an educational brochure is awaiting
comments from City staff before distribution. Newco assumed
outstanding liabilities from Best Disposal which will not be
fulfilled until the end of 1994. However, Newco' s financial
situation is and has been strong as most assets in the
corporation are debt free. Newco will be able to continue to
fulfill its contract with the City and maintain the present
rates, which are the lowest in the area. Newco will not go out
of bUSiness or make any attempt to sell the company.
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LIBRARY
CONSTRUCTION
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Modification
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Considerable discussion ensued among Councilmembers with regard
to extending Newco's contract for an additional two year period.
Councilmembers Harbicht and Fasching were in agreement with such
an extension of Newco's contract. Both felt that Newco has
provided competent residential refuse service with a very
reasonable rate structure and see no reason to proceed with a
Request for Proposals from other companies. The City Attorney
replied in answer to questions I that there is a cancellation
clause in the City/Newco contract in the event the Council should
determine in the future to terminate the agreement. He also
noted that certain conditions can be negotiated in a contract
extension.
It was MOVED by Councilmember fasching, seconded by Councilmember
Harbicht to extend the contract with Newco Waste System for an
additional two year period with provisions for waste reduction
and education of the residents.
Mayor Pro tem Lojeski and Mayor Ciraulo were concerned that staff
had recommended against the contract extension. They felt that
certain questions were on the table to be resolved and that a
Request for Proposals might be in order.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Fasching and Harbicht
Councilmembers Ciraulo and Lojeski
Councilmember Margett
Since this is a tie vote, the consideration of the Newco contract
extension is CONTINUED TO OCTOBER 5. 1993.
At the Council study session of August 10, Charles Walton
Associates AlA, Inc., the architects the City hired to analyze
the existing library structure and design a new library also
presented a design and cost summary to the Council. The
architects have estimated the cost to renovate and expand the
Library to be approximately $5.5 million dollars. This figure
includes $1,071,673 in additional desirable items listed in the
September 2, 1993 staff report; as well as $4,478,728 for
construction and other costs. The Finance Department has prepared
a financial analysis which attempts to identify some available
resources to provide the necessary funding for this project by
eliminating or rescheduling current budgeted proj ects in the
Capital Outlay Fund. By allocating $1,608,203 from the Capital
Outlay Fund; $3,427,625 from the Facility Construction Fund; and
$514,573 from the Equipment Replacement Fund, for a total of
$5,550,401, sufficient funds are available for this project.
Considerable discussion ensued among the Councilmembers regarding
the relative merits of using some of the funds to renovate the
present library rather than completely renovate and expand the
library together with the desirable additions. Mayor Ciraulo and
Councilmember Harbicht felt Council should go ahead with the
expansion of the Library together with six selected items on the
desirable additions list. This to be funded by eliminating or
rescheduling certain other budgeted projects as proposed by
staff. Mayor Ciraulo suggested that approval be given to the
basic $4,478,728, together with $450,000 for the six desirable
items (staff report dated September 2, 1993) for a total of
approximately $4,950,000 million. These items include: (2)
Relocate/Repair/Replace Water Bearing Mechanical Equipment On
Grade Mechanical Yard - $57,500; (3) Re-do Entry Walks &
Landscaping - $83,150; (4) Repair of Existing Irrigation System -
$20,000; (5) New Parking Lot Lighting $156,000; (10)
Replace/Modify Existing HVAC System for Energy Efficiency
$80,000; and (11) Electronic Energy Management System - $50,000.
The other items can be delayed until after the library project
is finished, and money can be added for those purposes as
available. Councilmember Fasching was in favor of the renovation
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8c.
CONSULTANT
RE. WATER
LINE
RECONST. &
DESIGN
SERVICES
(Htg. Dr.
fro Santa
Anita Av.
to Second
Av.)
.cCONT'D from
8-17-93
CC Mtg.)
(APPROVED)
06 W -O.:t.
35:0237
of the library; but objected to taking the money for this purpose
from other projects such as the Civic Center Project.
It ~as MOVED by Mayor Pro tern Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember
Harbicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to accept
staff's recommendation for the funding of the rehabilitation of
the existing library with the addition of the new portion of the
21ibrary at a cost of $4,478,728 and items 2, 3,4, 5, 10 and 11
of the desirable additions list attached to staff report dated
September 2, 1993 at a cost of $450,000.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Fasching, Harbicht, Lojeski and Ciraulo
None
Councilmember Margett
Consideration of staff's request to retain ASL Consulting
Engineers to provide design services for the rehabilitation of
Huntington Drive (Santa Anita Avenue to Fifth Avenue) and
Huntington Drive water line reconstruction (Santa Anita Avenue
to Second Avenue). Also, staff's request for authorization to
replace two prior approved projects (cement lining of existing
16" water main and construction of ten (10) 8" water main
laterals) at a budgeted amount of $185,000 and $50,000
respectively, with a Parallel Main Project (PMP) in Huntington
Drive from Santa Anita to Second Avenue. The estimated cost to
construct the PMP is $415,000. With Council's approval, staff
could utilize the already approved funds of $235,000 toward the
PMP. If the PMP is approved, it is requested that Council
appropriate an additional $180, 000 from the Facilities
Replacement Fund for a total of $415,000 for the PMP.
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Councilmember Harbicht expressed his concern that this request
represents an additional $180,000 over and above the amounts
previously approved for a portion of this project. Considerable
discussion ensued between the Councilmembers and the Water
Manager who explained the benefits of the proposal and answered
Council's questions. Councilmember Harbicht was also concerned
that the widening of the sidewalk would eliminate fourteen
parking places on the south side of Huntington Drive. Parking
is already a problem for the businesses on the south side of
Huntington Drive. Councilmember Fasching felt that parking on
the south side in the alley could be achieved with the
cooperation of the business owners, and education of the public.
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It was then MOVED by Councilmember Fasching, seconded by Mayor
Pro tem Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows to
AUTHORIZE staff to replace the two prior approved water projects
(cement lining of existing 16" main and 8" water main laterals)
with the Parallel Main Project in Huntington Drive from Santa
Anita Avenue to Second Avenue; APPROPRIATE an additional $180, 000
from the Water Facilities Replacement Fund for the Parallel Main
Project; and AUTHORIZE staff to issue a purchase order to retain
ASL Consulting Engineers in the amount of $33,500 to prepare I
plans and specifications for Huntington Drive Rehabilitation and
Huntington Drive Water Line Reconstruction (Parallel Main
Project).
Councilmember Harbicht said that even though he is concerned
about the additional cost, he will vote in favor of this motion
because he accepts that it makes sense to do what is being
recommended by staff if the Downtown Revitalization Plan goes
forward. Councilmember Fasching noted that it is part of the
motion that this project will be in conjunction with the Downtown
Revitalization plans.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Fasching, Harbicht, Lojeski and Ciraulo
None
Councilmember Margett
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8d.
TEMPORARY
BANNERS
COMMERCIAL
ZONES
(APPROVED
EXISTING
REGULATIONS
& REDUCT'N
IN
MODIFICA-
TION FEES)
C1~'iJo .;'0
9.
9a.
ORDINANCE
NO. 1995
(ADOPTED)
Oi.!20-hO
9b.
RESOLUTION
NO. 5747
(ADOPTED)
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During the past few months the City has received numerous
complaints from business owners regarding the number of days
temporary banners are allowed to be displayed on commercial
buildings. In response to these complaints, staff is suggesting
some possible alternatives for consideration by the City Council.
The existing code permits banners for a maximum of 30 days per
year. The regulations allow not more than two banners for any
one business with a total surface area of 32 square feet.
Currently if a business owner wants a larger banner or wants to
display a banner for longer than the 30 day period, they may
apply for a modification to the regulations, at a cost of $210.
It is staff's understanding that Mr. Michael Freedman of
Freedman, Tung and Bottomley will be coming back with
recommendations as to possibly modifying the City's strict sign
ordinance, especially as it relates to banners.
Discussion ensued as to the possibility of adopting a moratorium
suspending the enforcement of the 30 day time limitation for
temporary banners in all commercial areas until such time as
staff has had the opportunity to study the problem and come back
to the Council with a recommendation. Councilmembers Fasching
and Harbicht felt that a moratorium could result in an
unacceptable number of banners in the commercial areas. Also,
it was noted that after a. certain period of time many of the
banners become worn and unsightly.
It was MOVED by Councilmember Fasching, seconded by Councilmember
Harbicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that staff be
DIRECTED to continue compliance with the existing regulations,
but reduce the fee for modifications relating to temporary
banners from $210 to $63.
AYES:
NOES:
Councilmembers Fasching, Harbicht and Lojeski
Mayor Ciraulo (He would prefer to see a moratorium on
enforcement.)
Councilmember Margett
ABSENT:
CITY ATTORNEY
The City Attorney presented for adoption and read the title of
Ordinance No. 1995: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER
2, ARTICLE IX REGARDING STORAGE AND AMENDING CHAPTER 1 OF ARTICLE
V TO INCLUDE REGULATIONS FOR THE COLLECTION AND LOADING OF
RECYCLABLES IN THE COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL, MULTIPLE FAMILY,
SPECIAL USE AND PUBLIC USE ZONES".
It was MOVED by Councilmember Harbicht, seconded by Mayor Pro tem
Lojeski and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Ordinance
No. 1995 be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmembers Fasching, Harbicht, Lojeski and Ciraulo
None
Councilmember Margett
The City Attorney presented and read the title of Resolution No.
5747: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA,
CALIFORNIA, FIXING THE AMOUNT OF REVENUE REQUIRED TO BE RAISED
FROM PROPERTY TAXES NECESSARY FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 1993-94 TO PAY
THE INDEBTEDNESS OF THE CITY OR DISTRICTS".
It was MOVED by Mayor Pro tem Lojeski, seconded by Councilmember
Harbicht and CARRIED on roll call vote as follows that Resolution
No. 5747 be and it is hereby ADOPTED.
AYES:
Councilmembers Fasching, Harbicht, Lojeski and Ciraulo
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10.
11.
FASCHING
("Matters
From
Elected
Officials"
Moved on
Agenda)
(Chief
Johnson
Commenda-
tion)
(Boy Scouts
t"/!:-.' .. 'I Lease of
Armory for
^ Halloween)
(Water
Usage)
O",'U . I. (l (Sound
.1 Wall)
.v ~r
(Leaf
Blowers &
Rec. Veh.
Parking)
LOJESKI
(Direct-
ional
Signs)
(Arcadia
Pops
Orch./
CC Mtg.
Telecasts)
35:0239
NOES:
ABSENT:
None
Councilmember Margett
MATTERS FROM STAFF
None
MATTERS FROM ELECTED OFFICIALS
Councilmember Fasching presented for Council consideration the
suggestion that since the Council meetings are televised and
some of the meetings go on to a late hour, that the "Matters from
Elected Officials" segment be moved to an earlier point in the
meetings, when a larger number of residents would be watching.
He suggested this might be considered to be placed on the agenda
following the "Arcadia Redevelopment Agency" and before the
"Consent Items". Councilmembers Harbicht and Lojeski did not
have opinions about this. Mayor Ciraulo asked the City Manager
to place this item on the upcoming agenda in the spot suggested
by Councilmember Fasching.
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Councilmember Fasching said that the City Manager received a
letter from the Boy Scouts of America commending Police Chief
Neal Johnson for a fine job as Chairman of Security Services for
the 1993 National Scout Jamboree. Chief Johnson was in charge
of protecting over 35,000 boy scouts, their leaders, 6,000 staff
members and visitors. Councilmember Fasching proposed that a
Proclamation from the City be presented to Chief Johnson.
In response to a question from Councilmember Fasching, staff
noted that a tentative agreement will be brought to Council for
consideration of leasing the armory site to the Boy Scouts for
a Halloween Haunted House for a rental fee of $100.
Councilmember Fasching complimented the Arcadia citizens for the
fact that water usage is still 18% below the usage three years
ago.
Councilmember Fasching said that the Arcadia sound wall is No.
1 on the Caltans list for construction in the year 2000. He
would like to see this matter speeded up if possible.
Councilmember Fasching suggested Council study the effect of leaf
blowers in the City and the presence of recreational vehicles
parked in front of residences on a permanent basis. Staff will
provide report.
Mayor Pro tem Lojeski noted that a letter had been received from
Mr. Goodrich of Santa Anita Race Track regarding directional
signs. The City Manager replied that item will be on the agenda
at the next Council Work Session.
Mayor Pro tem Lojeski suggested further research regarding the
possibility of the Arcadia Pops Orchestra providing background
music before the City Council meeting telecasts.
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(Cable TV Mayor Pro tem Lojeski suggested a short note to the applicants
Comsn.Status/ for membership on the Cable Television Commission regarding its
Applicants) status.
(Prop.Maint.
Lv.Oak &
Las Tunas)
LOJESKI
(In Memory
of Earl
S. Ricker)
Mayor Pro tem Lojeski called attention to a property maintenance
problem at Live Oak Avenue and Las Tunas Drive because of weeds
and overgrowth.
"The first individual I would like to adjourn tonight's meeting
in memory of is an individual who I met many, many years ago.
And he was one of the, I think, leaders and developers of the
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LQJESKI
(In Memory
of Catherine
(Cay)
Mortenson)
HARBICHT
(In Memory
of Robert
Anthony
Huddy)
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City of Arcadia. particularly of what we know as the college
streets area, which is just north of the race track. Earl Ricker
passed away on August 13, 1993. Earl was born in Pasadena on
March 8. 1909 and attended Pasadena schools and graduated from
Occidental College in 1931. He was very prominently known for
announcing most of the J. C. sponsored Rose Bowl Games and was
the announcer for the New Year's Day games thirty-nine times.
His career consisted of forty-two years with the Pacific
Telephone Company which he retired from in 1974. He also was a
member of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association for almost
sixty years. As an avocation while he was working for the
telephone company, Earl built luxury homes in the Pasadena.
Arcadia and San Marino areas. Many people still own the houses
they purchased from Earl. He built them on the college named
streets. You always knew that if there was a cost overrun, he
came out and paid for it out of his own pocket. It was real
quality construction. In 1976 he and his wife, Lucille moved to
Bonsall which is near Escondido and became very active in the
community for almost seven years - - served on various committees.
He was a fund raiser for the Fallbrook Music Society and was on
the Board of Directors of the La Verne - Citrus Association.
In addition to his sister, Ricker leaves his wife, a son, Dr.
Ronald Ricker of Los Angeles, a daughter, Ruth Marie, of Oakland,
Iowa; seven grandchildren, two stepsons, who live in Concord and
Portland, Oregon. At his request, there were no open services
and he suggested that contributions be made to the City of Hope.
Again, I would like to close the meeting in memory of Earl S.
Ricker, a real leader and developer in what we consider to be
our community of fine homes here in Arcadia."
"I would to adjourn tonight's meeting in memory of a very
personal and long-time friend, Catherine (Cay) Mortenson was a
resident of Arcadia from 1949 to 1984. She passed away in her
sleep on Thursday, August 5, 1993 in Seattle at the age of
eighty-six. A memorial service was held in the Art Lecture Room
of the Public Library which is named after Mrs. Mortenson on
Monday, August 9 at 4:00 p. m. with reception following. She
received a Bachelor's Degree with honors in English from Ohio
State University in 1930 and was hired by a publisher to work in
New York City. Many years later she met her future husband,
Ernest Mortenson, who was an attorney. They were married in 1941
and eventually settled in Arcadia. Mrs. Mortenson
enthusiastically volunteered for the Red Cross, Cancer Society,
PTA, Meals on Wheels and many other civic causes. She was the
first coordinator of volunteers and was a charter member of the
Auxiliary at Arcadia Methodist Hospital. For twenty-three years
she served as a member of the Holiday Homes Tour Board and served
as a volunteer with the Pasadena Legal Aid Society of 1974
handling family law cases as a paralegal volunteer. In
recognition of her outstanding service, she was named Arcadia
Senior Citizen of the Year in 1977. Her first love was always
books, and she co-founded the Arcadia Friends of the Library,
chaired the used book sale for sixteen years, served as president
of the State Friends of the Library. Her sale method procedure
was eventually adopted by the American Library Association. Cay
Mortenson is survived by her son, Philip; grandson, Scott, both
of Seattle. Memorial contributions may be made to the Friends
of the Arcadia Public Library. Arcadia has truly lost two
stellar, outstanding citizens".
"I would also like to close the meeting in memory of a long-time
Arcadia resident, Robert Anthony Huddy who passed away last week.
Bob was a former Planning Commissioner of the City of Arcadia and
was a World War II veteran. He is survived by his daughter,
Carolyn Anfinrude; son, Robert; grandchildren Stephanie, Sam and
Ashley; brother, William; sisters Helen Donald, Marci Ann Jackson
and Margaret Johnson and his close friend Joanne Tobman. I would
like to close this meeting in memory of Robert Huddy."
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12.
ADJOURNMENT
(Sept.14,1993
5:30 p.m.)
ATTEST:
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"As an additional little point on Bob. He was a true friend of
Arcadia. He'was a real staunch supporter of the Arcadia Downtown
Business Association. Even at times when he was physically ill
and not doing real well, he still attended the meetings and was
always there to contribute wherever he could. As Bob said. he
was a long standing fine member of our Planning Commission".
The meeting ADJOURNED at 11:43 p. m. to 5:30 p. m. Tuesday
September 14, 1993 in the Conference Room of the Council Chambers
for an Adjourned Regular Meeting (Work Session) to conduct the
business of the Council and any Closed Session necessary to
discuss personnel, litigation matters and evaluation of
properties.
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